A Safety Recall Alert has been issued for a power board included as part of an Olsent branded Weatherproof Outdoor Power Kit sold at Masters Home Improvements.
This is the 2nd time an electrical product sold at Masters has had a safety recall issued in the past fortnight with Infinity’s electrical cable pulled off shelves late last month.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) claims the Olsent power boards pose a risk of overheating and starting a fire.
Defect: The electrical contacts of the sockets are poorly aligned and the plastic enclosure does not meet the flammability requirements of the applicable standard.Where sold: This product was sold in Masters Home Improvement stores across Australia from November 2013 to 26th August 2014.
Identification: The Olsent Weatherproof Outdoor Power Kit includes a weatherproof box, electrical timer and a 4 outlet power board. Two different models of power board were supplied at different times – only the LA025B power boards are being recalled. The model LA025B and the electrical approval marking SAA111929EA are located on the bottom of the power board.
Action required: Consumers should stop using the LA025B power board and return it to their nearest Masters Home Improvement store to receive a replacement 4 way power board. Customers wishing to return the complete product (weatherproof enclosure, timer and power board) will be offered a full refund.
The other parts of the Weatherproof Outdoor Power Kit (the weatherproof box and timer) are not affected by the recall and can continue to be used.
Masters Home Improvement apologises for any inconvenience caused. If further information is required customers are invited to call:
Masters Toll-free Customer Service Number: 1300 337 707
For more information visit www.recalls.gov.au
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