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August 17, 2004 Alert #04-573 |
The following product safety recall was conducted voluntarily by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of product: Rackmount Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
Units: About 1,200 units
Manufacturer/Importer: Belkin Corp., of Compton, Calif.
Hazard: The UPS outputs were wired incorrectly creating a reverse polarity configuration
and a potential electrical shock hazard to consumers.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported.
Description: The recalled Belkin OmniGuard Rackmount UPS units are used to provide voltage
regulation, surge suppression, and back-up power for electronic equipment. The Belkin
OmniGuard Rackmount UPS units are black with a silver/grey panel on the front. Recalled units
are the OmniGuard 1100 (Model no. F6C110-RKM-2U), OmniGuard 1500 (Model no. F6C150-
RKM-2U), OmniGuard 2300 (Model no. F6C230-RKM-2U), and OmniGuard 3200 (Model no.
F6C320-RKM-3U). The model number and model type can be found on a label on the rear of
the unit.
Sold at: Electronics distributors and retailers from September 2003 through June 2004 for
between $560 and $1360.
Manufactured In: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the unit and contact Belkin Corp., for a free
replacement unit.
Consumer Contact: Call Belkin Customer Service Center toll-free at (800) 223-5546 ext. 2064
between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday to arrange for a free replacement.
Consumers can also log on to the company's Web site at www.belkin.com for additional
shipping information.