Recalls / 2006-04-06

Rechargeable Battery Packs Sold with MAX Wireless Conference Phones Recalled for Burn Hazard

06134 · Recalled 2006-04-06 · CPSC page

Description

The battery is included as a power source for the MAX Wireless Conference Phone Models 910-158-001 and 910-158-070. The model number is located on the product ID label on the underside of the MAX Wireless Conference Phone Pod. The phone is black, six-sided and has a domed speaker in the center. "Clear One Max" is written on the top of the phone. The recalled battery pack is green and is located in the battery compartment on the underside of the Max phone pod. The recall involves the TWD rechargeable nickel metal hydride battery pack with model number TH-AA2200. The battery pack's model number "TH-AA2200," "TWD NI-MH Battery," and "7.2v AA2200mAH" are printed on the side of the battery. The battery pack is also sold separately.

Hazards

These battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat and melt the protective plastic covering, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

ClearOne Communications has received nine reports of incidents with the recalled battery packs. No injuries, fire or property damage have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these phones with recalled battery packs immediately and contact ClearOne Communications for a free replacement battery pack.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Rechargeable Battery Packs		About 4,200

Parties

Importer: ClearOne Communications, of Salt Lake City, Utah
Made in: China
Sold at: ClearOne Communications direct order desk, distributors, dealers nationwide, 000 (for the battery, phone) or about $40 (for just the battery when sold separately).

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact ClearOne Communications at (800) 283-5936, select Option #5, between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. MST, or visit the firm's Web site at www.clearone.com/support

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Source: CPSC recall 06134. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.