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Bench Scale Adapters

Class I - Dangerous
🏠 Consumer Products Recalled: July 15, 2008 American Weigh Scales, of Charleston, S.C. Electronics Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    (About 1,300)
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
American Weigh Scales, of Charleston, S.C.
Reason for Recall:
The recalled bench scale adapters can smoke, catch fire and melt, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
ongoing
Hazard:
The recalled bench scale adapters can smoke, catch fire and melt, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the adapters and return them to American Weigh Scales for a credit towards the purchase of another product, or to receive a replacement adapter. Replacement adapters will be black in color. American Weigh Scales will reimburse consumers for shipping and handling charges on returns.

Product Images

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Product Information

Full Description:

The recalled bench adapters are silver colored. "MINI CHARGER" is printed on the back of the adapter. When plugged in a red light shines through a blue plastic piece on the outer side of the adapter. "AC Adapter" is printed on a white label on the inner side. The adapters are used with bench scale model AMW-13, AMW-1000, AMW-2000, and AMW-500i.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

(About 1,300)

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:

View on CPSC.gov

CPSC Recall Number: 08330