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December 5, 1996 |
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Release # 97-037 |
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CPSC and Compaq Computer Announce Recall of AC Adapters for
Armada 4100 Notebook Computers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer
Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Compaq Computer Corp. of
Houston, Texas, is voluntarily recalling worldwide
certain AC adapters for Armada 4100 notebook computers. In
the U.S., the recall involves approximately 30,000 adapters.
These AC adapters could have a defective connector pin
presenting a shock hazard. The connector pins connect the
AC adapter to the power cord which plugs into an outlet.
CPSC and Compaq Computer Corp. are not aware of any
injuries involving these AC adapters. This recall is being
conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
Only AC adapters with both three hollow pins in the
recessed male connector and part number 217984-001 on the
bar code label are included in this recall. Adapters with
the same part number, but with solid pins, are not included
in this recall. The label with the part number is imprinted
on the bottom of the adapters. The adapters are black and
measure approximately 2 by 4 ½ inches. The recalled AC
adapters were supplied with Compaq's Armada 4100 notebook
computers and associated convenience bases or shipped as
options or spare parts to commercial dealers. The adapters
were sold worldwide from September 23, 1996 through November
20, 1996 through commercial dealers to end users or directly
by Compaq to end users. The Armada 4100 notebook computer
itself is not included in this recall.
Consumers should unplug and stop using the recalled AC
adapters immediately. For information on how to receive a
free replacement AC adapter, consumers can contact Compaq
Computer Corp. TOLL-FREE at 1 (800) 322-9515 or
http://www.compaq.com, and through Compaq forums on on-line
services.
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