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Electrical safety is our key concern and I'm always looking out for information that will help keep the industry safe. I wanted to pass along this information about a product recall. I hope you find it has value.
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Electrical safety is our key concern and I'm always looking out for information that will help keep the industry safe. I wanted to pass along this information about a product recall. I hope you find it has value.
Name of Product:
Commercial-Grade Tamper Resistant Duplex Receptacles
Hazard:
A manufacturing error within the receptacles could lead consumers to incorrectly force the plug into the receptacle, causing the plug blades to overheat, posing a burn risk to the consumer.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled receptacles and contact the firm for a free replacement, a full refund or a refund in the form of a credit.
Incidents/Injuries:
None reported
Sold At:
Electrical equipment suppliers and other stores nationwide between October 2019 and February 2020 for between $3 and $10.
Importer(s):
Pass & Seymour Inc., of Syracuse, N.Y
Manufactured In:
Mexico
Recall number:
20-109
Recall date:
April 9, 2020
Units:
About 685,000
The model number is printed on the labels on the individual product boxes or cartons. “Legrand” is printed on the back of the receptacles. The following manufacturing date codes can be found on the outside of the carton: 43U, 44U, 45U, 46U, 47U, 48U, 49U, 50U, 51U, 52U, 53U, 01V, 02V.
The following manufacturing date codes may also be found hot-stamped on the back of the device(s): “MU”, NU”, “PU” and “AV”.
For more information, and the list of model numbers visit: United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Consumer Contact:
Pass & Seymour toll-free at 833-552-0388 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.legrand.us (look for “Pass & Seymour” in the “Brands” menu) and click on “Product Recall” under the “HELP” section at bottom of page for more information.
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