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Product recall · CPSCFebruary 14, 2019Serious
PurpleAir Power Supply Units for Air Sensors
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The power supplies can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power supplies and contact PurpleAir for instructions on how to obtain a replacement power supply.
Who to contact: PurpleAir LLC toll-free at 800-474-0696 from 9 am to 5 pm Mountain Time Monday through Friday, email at powersupplies@purpleair.com or online at www.purpleair.com/recall for more information.
The product
This recall involves power supply units sold with PurpleAir PA-II and PA-II- SD air quality sensors with model number RKPO-UL052000C. The model number is located on the bottom side of the power adapter. The power adapters are black with a white label. They measure 4 inches long (including the mounting tabs) by 1-7/8 inches wide by 1-3/8 inches high. The air quality sensors are used outdoors by consumers to monitor air quality.
Details
- Units affected
- About 4,200 sold in the United States (in addition, about 172 were sold in Canada)
- Recall date
- February 14, 2019
- Brand
- HK Anenerge Co., Ltd, of Guangdong Province, China, PowerStream Technology, of Orem, Utah
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- PurpleAir has received 27 reports of the recalled power supplies emitting sparks and/or smoke of which 18 are reports of property damage, including one report of a small apartment fire. No injuries have been reported.
RKPO-UL052000C
Online at www.purpleair.com and as free giveaways in communities from October 2017 to August 2018 for about $230 to $260.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “PurpleAir Recalls Power Supply Units for Air Sensors Due to Fire and Burn Hazards”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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