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Yamaha Recalls AC Power Adaptors Due to Electric Shock Hazard

Recalled November 8, 2007 · CPSC recall 08078 · Yamaha

Recalled AC Power Adaptor
Hazard
The housing of the power adaptor can separate, posing an electric shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled power adaptor immediately and contact Yamaha to return the power adaptor and obtain a free replacement.
Units
About 49,000
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.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled power adaptor immediately and contact Yamaha to return the power adaptor and obtain a free replacement.

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 Web site at www.yamaha.com/warranty_safety.asp

Product
Yamaha AC Power Adaptors
Distributed by
Yamaha Corporation of America, of Buena Park, Calif.
Retailers
Musical instrument retailers nationwide from July 2006 through September 2007 for about $20.
Made in
China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →

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