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Product Recall
Gemini Recalls Power Adaptor/Chargers Due to Burn Hazard
Gemini USB A/C Power Adaptors/Chargers
Power adaptor/chargers (promotional giveaway)
Recall Date: July 10th, 2014
Type: Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
Units: About 31,000
Hazards: The adaptors can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
Remedies: Dispose
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled adaptors/chargers and throw them away.
Description
The recalled adaptor/chargers are used to charge cell phones and other electronic products and have model number ADCP3-1000 imprinted on the plug side of the adaptor. They are plastic cubes about 1" to 1 ¼" on one side with two prongs for plugging into an electrical outlet and a USB port on the other. Recalled chargers come in five different colors: black, blue, green, red and white.
Images:
Gemini USB A/C Power Adaptors/Chargers
Gemini USB A/C Power Adaptor/Charger Label
Consumer Contact:
Gemini toll-free at (877) 230- 4986 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.geminimanufacturing.net and click on the “Safety Notice” link for more information.Injuries:
The firm has received one report of a consumer who was burned on their hand.
Retailers:
The recalled adaptors/chargers were distributed free as a promotional giveaway at trade shows nationwide from October 2013 to April 2014.
Distributors:
Gemini Manufacturing Inc., of Gaffney, S.C.
