I just came across this link via my weekly email newsletter from Consumer Reports about a recall of Handy Switch. For safety sake thought I should share this just in case anyone here at ThriftyFun has one of these and hasn't heard this news yet:
Intermatic Recalls Digital Timers Due to Shock Hazard
The recalled timers can have a faulty ground connection, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
DYMO Recalls Power Adapters Sold with DYMO Printers Due to Burn Hazard
The power adapters can fail, causing the printer to overheat. This can pose a burn hazard to consumers.
PC Notebook Computer Batteries Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
These lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Sony Recalls Notebook Computers Due to Burn Hazard
Irregularly positioned wires near the computer's hinge and/or a dislodged screw inside the hinge can cause a short circuit and overheating. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.
Hewlett-Packard Co. Recalls Fax Machines Due to Fire Hazard
An internal electrical component failure can cause overheating of the product posing a risk of burn or fire.
Ensto Control Oy Recalls Toggle and Rotary Switches Due to Electric Shock Hazards
>When switched OFF, one electrical pole may remain energized, posing a risk of electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Toshiba Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firms named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
