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Fire / OverheatingOctober 20, 2005CPSC #06505

CPSC, Dana Innovations Announce Recall of Amplified Volume Controls

Product
Audio/Video Systems & Accessories
Units affected
650
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

Sold under the brand names Architectural Audio and HomeTech, these in-wall volume controls were professionally installed as part of whole house audio systems. The switch plate covers for the recalled systems are white or almond, and "aVc" (amplified volume control) is imprinted above the volume control. They have the following model numbers: Brand Model Numbers Architectural Audio 20127 20128 HomeTech 10114 10115 The model number is not visible to the consumer, and consumers are instructed not to remove the keypads from the wall to look for a model number. All serial numbers are included in the recall.

Hazard

The amplifier in the keypad can overheat, posing a burn or fire hazard.

Injuries

Dana Innovations has received one report of overheating. There are no reports of injury or property damage.

Made in

Taiwan

Where it was sold

  • Custom installation dealers and through homebuilders nationwide from May 2003 through June 2005 for about $150.

Photos

Recalled Amplifier Control Panel
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