CPSC Recall in 2007: Yamaha Recalls AC Power Adaptors Due to Electric Shock Hazard
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Yamaha Corporation of America, of Buena Park, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 49,000 Yamaha AC Power Adaptors. The housing of the power adaptor can separate, posing an electric shock hazard to consumers.Name of Product: Yamaha AC Power AdaptorsUnits: About 49,000Distributor: Yamaha Corporation of America, of Buena Park, Calif.Hazard: The housing of the power adaptor can separate, posing an electric shock hazard to consumers.Incidents/Injuries: Yamaha has received five reports of units separating. No injuries have been reported.Description: This recall involves the Yamaha PA-3C power adaptor with a date code of 0624. The adaptor is used with Yamaha keyboards and digital drum sets. The model number is written in white print on the front of the plug of the adaptor and the date code is etched into the plastic at the bottom of the plug panel. The adaptor can be purchased as part of a set or separately.Sold at: Musical instrument retailers nationwide from July 2006 through September 2007 for about $20.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled power adaptor immediately and contact Yamaha to return the power adaptor and obtain a free replacement.Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Yamaha Corporation of America toll-free at (866) 509-0320 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, or visit the firm's website at www.yamaha.com/warranty_safety.asp.
The housing of the power adaptor can separate, posing an electric shock hazard to consumers.
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Yamaha has received five reports of units separating. No injuries have been reported.
Musical instrument retailers nationwide from July 2006 through September 2007 for about $20.
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