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Fire / OverheatingMarch 3, 2009CPSC #09725

Frontrow Recalls to Replace Rechargeable Batteries Sold with PA System Microphones Due to Burn Hazard

Product
Chargers & Adapters
Units affected
41,000
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

The recalled 2400-mAH NIMH batteries are used in the 930TM, 930HT and 940TM public announcement system microphones. Only batteries with part number 374-30-400-00, printed on the light green sleeve of the battery, are included in the recall.

Hazard

The batteries can rapidly overheat, posing a burn hazard to the user.

Injuries

The firm has received four reports of batteries overheating during use in wireless public announcement systems and microphones. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Frontrow distributors nationwide from June 2005 through December 2008 for about $7 for the battery only and about $300 when sold with the transmitter.

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Recalled Rechargeable Battery
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