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Product recall · CPSCMarch 1, 2016Worth checking
United Pet Group Top Fin Power Filters for Aquariums Due to Shock Hazard
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
A conductor on the pump motor can become exposed and electrify the aquarium water, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled filters, unplug them from the power supply, remove from the aquarium, and contact United Pet Group for a free replacement power filter.
Who to contact: United Pet Group at 800-338-4896 from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.unitedpetgroup.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.
The product
This recall involves five models of Top Fin Power Filters. The models included in this recall are Top Fin Power Filters 10, 20, 30, 40 and 75. The filters are black with a trapezoid shaped top. The words "TOP FIN" are molded into the top of the filter. The filters were also sold as part of Top Fin 5.5- and 10-gallon LED aquarium kits.
Details
- Units affected
- About 155,000 (in addition, about 3,300 filters were sold in Canada)
- Recall date
- March 1, 2016
- Brand
- United Pet Group, of Earth City, Mo.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
PetSmart stores nationwide and online from September 2015 through December 2015 for between $15 and $64.
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: “United Pet Group Recalls Top Fin Power Filters for Aquariums Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at PetSmart”
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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