CPSC Recall in 2003: CPSC, Technuity Inc. Announce Recall of Back-Up Power Supply Systems

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 04-002

Date: October 01, 2003

Product Name: Energizer-brand Back-Up Power Supply Devices

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Technuity Inc., of Indianapolis, Ind., is voluntarily recalling 2,100 Energizer-brand Back-Up Power Supply Devices. When used in conjunction with another power protection device, the power supply device can spark, posing a fire hazard to consumers.Name of product: Energizer-brand Back-Up Power Supply DevicesUnits: 2,100Manufacturer: Technuity Inc., of Indianapolis, Ind.Hazard: When used in conjunction with another power protection device, the power supply device can spark, posing a fire hazard to consumers.Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 16 reports of units sparking or smoking, though no injuries or fires have been reported.Description: The recalled back-up power supply systems include the Energizer-brand UPS Model ER-PRO1000, which can be identified by a label on the back of the device. The black, breadbox-like unit is about 14 inches deep, 6 inches wide, 8 inches tall and weighs about 20 pounds. The words, "Energizer" and "energizerups.com" appear on the front of the unit.Sold at: Staples stores nationwide and www.technuity.com sold the units for about $140.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled back-up power supply devices immediately and contact the company for a free replacement unit and instructions on returning the recalled product.Consumer Contact: Contact Technuity toll-free at (877) 577-0046 between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or log on to the website www.technuity.com.

Hazard Description:

When used in conjunction with another power protection device, the power supply device can spark, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: 2,100

Incidents:

The firm has received 16 reports of units sparking or smoking, though no injuries or fires have been reported.

Sold At:

Staples stores nationwide and www.technuity.com sold the units for about $140.

Manufactured In:

China