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Recall 01036b — Power Strips and Extension Cords

U.S. CPSC · United States · 2000-11-21

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Agency
U.S. CPSC
Recall identifier
01036b
Date of alert
2000-11-21
Country / jurisdiction
United States
Risk type
recall
Product category
consumer_product
Reported risk: The power strips have a 2-prong plug with a plastic base containing 6 outlets and are not labeled. The extension cords are about 6 feet long with a 2-prong plug and are not labeled. The extension cords sold for less than $1 and the power strips sold for about $2. Both were made in China. Hazards: The power strips have undersized wires, lack over-current protection and grounding, and the plastic case is flammable. The extension cords have undersized wires and lack over-current protection. Both the power strips and the extension cords can overheat, presenting electrocution, shock and fire hazards.
Primary source: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/Power-Strips-and-Extension-Cords-Recalled-by-H

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