[Recalled] SolarWorld Solar Systems — This recall includes SolarWorld solar systems installed with bare-copper ground… | CPSC 2014-08-21
The product on this page is subject to an official recall. We summarise the regulator's findings and the recommended action.
Recall details
| Product | SolarWorld Solar Systems |
|---|---|
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 14260 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 21 August 2014 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: This recall includes SolarWorld solar systems installed with bare-copper grounding lugs installed after June 1, 2010. These solar systems use energy from the sun to generate electricity within a system circuit. The installation instructions for SolarWorld solar systems sold after June 1, 2010 called for the use of GBL-4DB lugs for grounding. SolarWorld has revised these installation instructions to explicitly call for tin-coated lugs, specifically Ilsco part number GBL-4DBT. "T" is for tin-coated and indicated by the silver color of the lug. Hazards: SolarWorld solar panels installed with bare-copper grounding lugs can corrode which could result in a faulty ground circuit, posing an electric shock, electrocution or fire hazard.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Review the official notice to confirm whether your unit is affected.
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