Bench Scale Adapters Recalled by American Weigh Scales Due to Fire Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4372.
The recalled bench adapters are silver colored. "MINI CHARGER" is printed on the back of the adapter. When plugged in a red light shines through a blue plastic piece on the outer side of the adapter. "AC Adapter" is printed on a white label on the inner side. The adapters are used with bench scale model AMW-13, AMW-1000, AMW-2000, and AMW-500i.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4372.
Consumers should immediately stop using the adapters and return them to American Weigh Scales for a credit towards the purchase of another product, or to receive a replacement adapter. Replacement adapters will be black in color. American Weigh Scales will reimburse consumers for shipping and handling charges on returns.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Online At Www.americanweigh.com, Www.gramscales.com, Www.kitchenscales.com, And Www.postalscales.com And Through American Weigh Scales Distributors From February 2008 Through March 2008 For About $10. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4372.
For additional information, contact American Weigh Scales toll-free at (866) 643-3444 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.americanweigh.com
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Online At Www.americanweigh.com, Www.gramscales.com, Www.kitchenscales.com, And Www.postalscales.com And Through American Weigh Scales Distributors From February 2008 Through March 2008 For About $10. Recall FAQ
Online At Www.americanweigh.com, Www.gramscales.com, Www.kitchenscales.com, And Www.postalscales.com And Through American Weigh Scales Distributors From February 2008 Through March 2008 For About $10. is the subject of an electronics recall: Bench Scale Adapters Recalled by American Weigh Scales Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on July 15, 2008 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 1,300 units are potentially affected.