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CPSCRecalled Oct 20, 2011 · #12015

Horizon Hobby Recalls Losi NiMH Battery Charger Due to Possible Burn and Fire Hazards

Hazard

The charger and battery can emit excessive heat, posing a burn and fire hazard.

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Description

The Losi NiMH Start-Up Combo Charger is black, measures 4" x 2" and has model number LOSB9904. The model number is printed on the back of the product's packaging with the bar code. A Losi logo sticker is on the front of the charger, along with another sticker bearing the instruction: "Use only with 7.2V NiMH Batteries 1500mAh or higher." On the back of the charger is a sticker with voltage and current ratings for input (100-240VAC, 1.0A) and output (8.5V, 3A) along with another Losi logo.

Product details

Product
Losi NiMH Start-Up Combo Charger
Type
Battery Chargers
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
LOSB9904
UPCs
Sold at
Hobby stores nationwide gave the battery chargers away free or for a small charge with a purchase, depending on the retailer from January 2011 to March 2011.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using this product and contact Horizon Hobby for a refund of the retail value.

View the official CPSC notice