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CPSCRecalled Oct 20, 2005 · #06505

CPSC, Dana Innovations Announce Recall of Amplified Volume Controls

Hazard

The amplifier in the keypad can overheat, posing a burn or fire hazard.

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Description

Sold under the brand names Architectural Audio and HomeTech, these in-wall volume controls were professionally installed as part of whole house audio systems. The switch plate covers for the recalled systems are white or almond, and "aVc" (amplified volume control) is imprinted above the volume control. They have the following model numbers: Brand Model Numbers Architectural Audio 20127 20128 HomeTech 10114 10115 The model number is not visible to the consumer, and consumers are instructed not to remove the keypads from the wall to look for a model number. All serial numbers are included in the recall.

Product details

Product
In-wall amplified volume control keypads
Type
Audio/Video Systems & Accessories
Manufacturer
Dana Innovations, of San Clemente, Calif.
Model numbers
20127, 20128, 10114, 10115
UPCs
Sold at
Custom installation dealers and through homebuilders nationwide from May 2003 through June 2005 for about $150.
Made in
Taiwan

What you should do

Consumers should turn off and stop using these amplified volume control keypads immediately, and contact Dana Innovations to arrange for a free replacement. Dana Innovations distributors are directly contacting consumers with the recalled systems.

View the official CPSC notice