Recall on batteries supplied on specific portable video monitors
2016-05-05 11:17:08
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Recall on batteries supplied on specific portable video monitors

The recall affects rechargeable batteries supplied with specific portable video monitors – Summer Infant. The battery dimensions are approximately 1 ½ inches (L) by 2 ¼ inches and have a thickness of ¼ inch. They are black in color and TCL is marked in the right lower corner. The monitors were sold with a camera and alternative current adapters. The rechargeable battery is found only in the monitor. The batteries under recall have a combination of letter and numbers seen at the bottom at the beginning of the serial number on the back of the battery. Accidents/Injuries: In Canada, Summer Infant received 5 reports of the battery in question overheating, smoke and minor property damage.

In collaboration with Health Canada, Summer Infant, Inc., Woonsocket, RI announced a voluntary recall on specific rechargeable batteries supplied with video monitors because of an overheating risk.

Risk :

The battery provided with certain portable video monitors can overheat and crack, which represents a risk of burns for the consumers.

Description :

The recall affects rechargeable batteries supplied with specific portable video monitors – Summer Infant. The battery dimensions are approximately 1 ½ inches (L) by 2 ¼ inches and have a thickness of ¼ inch. They are black in color and TCL is marked in the right lower corner. The monitors were sold with a camera and alternative current adapters. The rechargeable battery is found only in the monitor. The batteries under recall have a combination of letter and numbers seen at the bottom at the beginning of the serial number on the back of the battery. Accidents/Injuries: In Canada, Summer Infant received 5 reports of the battery in question overheating, smoke and minor property damage.

Solution :

The buyer should remove the battery and communicate with Summer Infant to obtain a new battery. You can continue to use the monitor with an AC adaptor and cord.

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