Recalls / 2007-11-21

Elmo USA Corp. Recalls Visual Presenters Due to Fire Hazard

08098 · Recalled 2007-11-21 · CPSC page

Description

Visual presenters capture images to LCD panels, LCD projectors and TV monitors. The recall includes presenters sold under the ELMO, Epson, Doar Communications, Vtel and Tandberg brand names. The presenters were manufactured between December 1993 and December 2003. The manufacturer information is located on the side, rear and bottom of the main body of the following ELMO model numbers, EV-500AF, EV-400AF, EV-6000AF, EV-8000AF, HV-5000XG, HV-7000SX, HV-8000SX, EV-4400AF, HV-5100XG and Epson model ELPDC02.

Hazards

Improperly installed fluorescent top lights in the presenter can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled visual presenters immediately and contact Elmo USA for all models except Epson. All Epson owners should contact Epson. Consumers with recalled units will receive a free inspection and repair.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Visual Presenters (sold as Image Presentation Cameras by Epson)		About 54,000

Parties

Manufacturer: ELMO Co. Ltd.
Distributor: ELMO USA Corp. of Plainview, NY
Made in: Japan
Sold at: Elmo dealers, office supply stores, other retailers nationwide, 600, 000.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Elmo USA at (877) 275-3566 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.elmousa.com. Epson customers should contact Epson at (800) 444-1498 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.epson.com

Source: CPSC recall 08098. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.