Fire Investigation and Research Section Bulletin Board
Product recall - 'YUN' and 'SWEDA' cord extension sockets
The YA3-Z cord extension sockets have been found to pose a serious threat of fatal electric shock and fire. Faulty socket contacts do not adequately grip their corresponding plug and may result in overheating, melting and fire or electric shock.
The sockets were fitted to extension cord sets and marketed, on the packaging, under Mayvic, Sweda, Cafelighting, Sansai, GI, Canopower and various other brands.
Most feature a white coloured enclosure with a protective skirt and the sockets feature the logo of manufacturer "Yun" or "Sweda" and the model/catalogue number "YA3-Z".
Papaya Ice Votive
ProductRisk: High
Hazard Type: Fire
Product Information: The Ice Votives were sold at Homeware, Gift and Lifestyle Stores and come in five colours; Amenthyst, Lilac, Tangerine, Olive and Watermelon
Defect Details: The Papaya Ice Votives may present a fire hazard. The Ice Votive may catch alight if the tealight candle is not placed completely horizontal on the base of the Ice Volive
Consumer Action: Please return the product to the point of purchase for a full refund. Further information can be obtained from Papaya Ltd on
02 9327 8411
Product Recall Crest Branded Power Boards and Extension Leads
Product info:-
Power Board: Model PB4,PB6. The powerboards are marked with the model number, a "Crest" logo, rating of 10A 240V (2400W) 50Hz, and N17219. All units are white in colour and were sold from October 2001 to July 2002.
Extension Leads: Model XCL203, XCL205, XCL207, XCL210, XCL220. The extension leads are marked with a Yun, model YAC-3, rating of 10A 250V, and N17533. All units are white in colour and were sold from October 2001 to July 2002.
Hazard type:- Fire or electric shock
Product risk:- High
Consumer action:- Discontinue use of these products immediately and dispose of immediately, or return to the place of purchase. For further information phone Crest Electronics customer service on toll free 1800 773 539.
Product Recall Caterpillar Articulated Trucks
Product Risk: High
Hazard Type: Steering failure or fire
Defect Details: the 1796388, 1796389, 1796390 Tube Assemblies may fail, releasing hydraulic fluid under pressure at the tube to connector joint due to insufficient brazing. Personal injury or death may result from loss of steering or fire.
Consumer Action: contact your authorised Caterpillar dealer
GCC Elite Laser Printers
Product Risk: High
Hazard Type: Fire
Product Information: GCC Elite 608/608/1208 and 616 Laser Printers were sold in Australia over the periood 1994-2000
Defect Details:A fire risk safety issue has bee identified with theses products.In the event that a screw in the fuser unit in the machine loosens, a risk of arcing occurs that may heat a contiguous part to the point of ignition if the unit is switcched on 24 hours a day and has had its factory set power save mode deactivated.
Consumer Action: Enable the energy saver mode and switch unit off when unattended. Contact GCC TRchnologies Australia Pty Ltd on 1800 422 832 to confirm arrangments for free onsite replacement of suspect parts
Braemer Paradigm Rooftop Evaporative Coolers
Product Risk: High
Hazard Type: Fire
Product Information: Sold throughout Australia. It is believed the product which is at issue was manufactured after a plug-socket design change implemented on the 4th January 2002
Defect Details: A potential safety issue has been identified in relation to the fitment and final positioning of the Fan-Motor assembly into the Tank of the installed evaporative cooler. If the assembly is incorrectly fitted it is possible the plug and socket will not connect adequately, possibly resulting in overheating of the plug and socket
Consumer Action: Service agents will attend each insulation and undertake a rework using a modified connection that eleminates the safety risk. For futher information contact Seeley International on (08) 8276 2355
Briggs & Stratton Engines
Product Risk: High
Hazard Type: fire and Burns
Product Information: This recall applies to the following Briggs & Stratton engines used to power fun-carts. All 5HP Model Series beginning with engine numbers 1352XX; and only Fun Power Model Series beginning with engine numbers 1362XX, and manufactured onor before the 22nnd June 1995 with a 2 inch tall plastic fuel cap
Defect Details: Fuel from the engine can spillout if the fun-kart overturns, posing a serious fire and burns hazard.
Consumer Action: Contact an authorized Briggs & stratton Service Dealer to arrange for a free repair
Nikon Coolpix 2000 Digital Camera
Product Information: 2 Megapixel consumer digital zoom lens camera, powered by 4AA sized Alkaline batteries, supplied with the camera. Supplied in Australia between 27th June and the 9th August 2002.Affected cameras have serial numbers: 2010001-2042816; 2510001-2543248;3010001-3060980; 35110001-3561916;4010001-4063334; 4510001-4555696; 5010001-5014664; 5510001-5512592
Product Risk: High
Hazard Type: Fire
Defect Details: Severe overheating may occur within the battery chamber of this product, sufficient to result in the melting of the outside casing. such heat might lead to injury, and under extereme circumstances might possibly lead to a fire.
Consumer Action: Cease use immediately and remove all batteries. Information and instructions for return and replacement cameras can be found at www.maxwell.com.au Alternately further advice can be obtained by toll free phone 1800 366 499
Daisy Candles
Product Risk : High
Hazard Type: Fire
Product Information: Candles with daisy flowers within the wax, were sold throuhh Gift Stores during Ausust 2002. These candles will have the Artique Home Designs Logo and item nos between 602151-602172 (inclusive)printed on a label affixed to the base of each candle
Defect Details: A potential fire risk may occur while burning these candles should the daisy flowers within the wax catch fire
Consumer Action:Discontinue use of these candles immediately and return to the place of purchase for a full refund. For further information phone toll free 1800 627 588
Tea Light Candles
A recent hotel fire was caused by a tea light candle placed on top of a television set. When the candle had burnt almost to the bottom of its container, there was sufficient heat build-up at the base of the candle to melt through the plastic of the television, allowing the candle to fall through.
There have been at least two fatalities attributed to tea light candles in the past. Be aware that if you sit any type of candle on top of a combustible material, you should place a suitable protective container (such as a china plate) under the candle.
This photo depicts an experiment where a tea light candle melted through a piece of plastic (3mm thick) that had been cut from a television set.
Never-Seez 320gm Aerosol Cans
PRODUCT INFO: Never-Seez 320gm Aerosol Cans of anti-seize and lubricating compound-Batch No. 00G9810. The product is sold as an extreme pressure, anti-seize and lubricating compound. It is applied as a coating film to metal parts prior to assembly. This batch of the product was manufactured in June 2000.
DEFECT DETAILS: If un-opened aerosol cans of this batch have been exposed to high temperatures (greater than 50 degress C) over the last 2-1/2 years, the cans might fail. If there is a failure in the can it is possible for the ends of the can to blow out.
CONSUMER ACTION: If you suspect that you have any Never-Seeze aerosol 320gm cans, do not touch the cans. Immediately ring Bostik Findley Toll-free on 1800 621 221 and Bostik Findley will arrange for removal of the product
Burton & ICM Brand Electrical 3-Pin Plugs
PRODUCT INFO: The relevant plugs were manufactured during the period May 2001 to September 2002. If you purchased an electrical appliance or an ICM or Burton plug, other than an extension lead, after May 2001 please look at the plug. Please see if the plug has 3 pins and either ICM or Burton on it.
PRODUCT RISK: High
HAZARD TYPE: Electric Shock or Fire
DEFECT DETAILS: A tester used to ensure continuity in the earth circuitry of ICM branded and some Burton branded plugs has been identified as faulty. This means some plugs may not properly earth the circuit. A risk of electric shock or fire would only arise where the plug is attached to an appliance that has a fault which causes the appliance to become live as well as any secondary measures such as safety switches failing to work properly
CONSUMER ACTION: If your plug has 3-pins and the letters ICM and K1-53 around the outside edge; or the word Burton and the letters F and B7 on the plug perimeter; please check for the following markings; texta marks on 2 of the pins or has sticker that says TESTED OK. If the plug does not have these markings please telephone the Freecall number 1800 728 890 immediately to discuss whether your plug may be affected. The company will inspect or test your plug at their expense and will come to you. For any information in relation to this recall please telephone Freecall 1800 728 890
Back-UPS CS Uninterruptible Power Supply LIne
PRODUCT INFO: The back-up supply devices are primarily used to protect computers in the case of a power failure. Two specific models Back-UPS CS 350 and Back-UPS CS 500, manufactured between November 200 and December 2002. All of the recall power supply devices have one of the following serial numbers: AB 0048 through AB0251, BB0104 through BB0251, and JB0125 through JB0251 which consumers can find on the bottom of the unit
PRODUCT RISK: High
HAZARD TYPE: Fire
DEFECT DETAILS: Units may overheat and present a potential fire hazard
CONSUMER ACTION: APC recommends that anyone with an affected device immediately remove the UPS unit from service by turning off all connected equipment and un plugging the unit from electrical outlet. For further information please telephone on toll free number 1800 652 725
The Body Shop Hope Decorative Tealight Candle Holder
PRODUCT INFO: White Musk-Silver Candle Holder with clear and lilac beads (Code 9128); Oceanus-Silver Candle Holder with aqua and clear beads (Code 9129); The Spirit of Moonflower-Silver Candle Holder with pink and clear beads (Code 9164) Generic-Gold Candle Holder with red and clear beads (Code 9162); Sold through The Body Shop retail outlets, The Body Shop By Mail, The Body Shop At Home, and The Body Shop on-line from 1 October 2002-7 February 2003
PRODUCT DETAILS: Recent tests have indicated that the decorative beads on the Candle Holder are flammable and could ignite.
CONSUMER ACTION: Cease use of this product. This recall is at the expense of The Body Shop and the product can be returned to any retail outlet of The Body Shop Australia for a full refund. Alternatively, contact The Body Shop Customer Service freecall number on 1800 003 416
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