Modular Robotics Recalls Rechargeable Battery Packs Due to Burn Hazard

危险说明 Hazard

• The rechargeable battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

受影响产品

官方描述 Description

This battery pack was sold individually, and also within Classroom Kits and GoPiGo and BrickPi robotic bundles. It is a 9.6V 2000Ah NiMH battery pack with Max Charge Current 2A and is wrapped in black plastic. "Dexter Industries Rechargeable Battery Pack" is printed on a white label on the battery pack.

事故与伤害 Incidents / Injuries

• Modular Robotics has received four reports of the rechargeable battery packs smoking and overheating. No injuries have been reported.

官方补救措施 Remedy

• Consumers should immediately stop using the rechargeable battery packs, contact Modular Robotics for a free replacement battery pack. Safely dispose of the defective product by following local laws for disposal of the batteries.

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消费者联系信息

Modular Robotics toll-free 24 hour hotline at 877-233-6859, or visit the firm’s website at www.dexterindustries.com and click on Recall for more information.