Recalls / 2019-02-14

PurpleAir Recalls Power Supply Units for Air Sensors Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

19064 · Recalled 2019-02-14 · CPSC page

PurpleAir Power Supply – Location of model number

Description

This recall involves power supply units sold with PurpleAir PA-II and PA-II- SD air quality sensors with model number RKPO-UL052000C. The model number is located on the bottom side of the power adapter. The power adapters are black with a white label. They measure 4 inches long (including the mounting tabs) by 1-7/8 inches wide by 1-3/8 inches high. The air quality sensors are used outdoors by consumers to monitor air quality.

Hazards

The power supplies can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

Reported injuries

PurpleAir has received 27 reports of the recalled power supplies emitting sparks and/or smoke of which 18 are reports of property damage, including one report of a small apartment fire. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power supplies and contact PurpleAir for instructions on how to obtain a replacement power supply.

Products

Name	Model	Units
PowerStream Power Supply Units for Air Sensors		About 4,200 sold in the United States (in addition, about 172 were sold in Canada)

Parties

Manufacturer: HK Anenerge Co., Ltd
Importer: PowerStream Technology, of Orem, Utah
Made in: China
Sold at: Online at www.purpleair.com, as free giveaways in communities

Consumer contact

PurpleAir LLC toll-free at 800-474-0696 from 9 am to 5 pm Mountain Time Monday through Friday, email at powersupplies@purpleair.com or online at www.purpleair.com/recall for more information.

More images

Source: CPSC recall 19064. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.