Lenovo Pty Ltd—Linetek LS-15 Power Cord for Use With Laptop Devices

Lenovo (Australia & New Zealand) Pty Ltd—Linetek LS-15 Power Cord for Use With Laptop Devices

PRA number: 2014/14480
Date published: 11^th December 2014

Product information

Product description

"LS-15" labeled AC Power cables.

The cables being recalled were sold in conjunction with Lenovo ‘IdeaPad’ branded notebooks from 1 February 2011 to 30 June 2012. They were either: (a) included in Lenovo products, (b) distributed as stand-alone replacement packs, or (c) distributed as stand-alone option.

Identifying features

The notebook models affected are:
-S10-3
-S10-3t
-Y560
-Y560p
-Y570
-G550
-G570
-G575
-G560
-Z560
-Z570

Consumers may have been provided an affected power cord even if they do not fall within the range of Affected Models.

The exposure is limited to a single part number (p/n 145000589) for Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. A sticker attached to the cord with the name Linetek on it will show a revision date ‘REV-001005’. The female connector has the imprint ‘LS-15 Linetek’

What are the defects?

In some instances the "LS-15" labelled connector's electrical insulation may degrade over time with the potential to overheat and burn.

What are the hazards?

The AC power cord can overheat, posing a potential fire and burn hazard.

Dates available for sale

• 1^st February 2011 - 30^th June 2012

Where the product was sold

• Nationally

Traders who sold this product

- Ingram Micro Pty Ltd (ABN 45 112 487 966)
61 Dunning Avenue, Rosebery NSW 2018 Australia

- Synnex Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 40 052 285 882)
92 Carroll Road, Oakleigh South VIC 3167 Australia

- Dicker Data Ltd (ABN 95 000 969 362)
230 Captain Cook Drive, Kurnell NSW 2231 Australia

Supplier

Lenovo (Australia & New Zealand) Pty Ltd

Supplier's web site

http://www.lenovo.com.au

What should consumers do?

Consumers are asked to visit www.lenovo.com/powercord2014 to determine if they are affected and to arrange for a free replacement power cord.

If you have a power cord that has been recalled, please be advised that until the replacement cord arrives, you should turn off your system, remove the cord, and dispose of it in a recycle or waste bin. Customers should save the power brick adaptor as the replacement cable will only be the cord going from the power brick adaptor to the wall socket outlet. Customers can continue to use the computer on battery power. 

For more information consumers can contact Lenovo (Australia & New Zealand) Pty Ltd (toll free) on 1800 041 267 or visit www.lenovo.com/powercord2014.

Other regulator reference numbers

Not applicable.

Advertisements and supporting documentation

 Australian Powercord Recall Advert.pdf (1.8 MB) NZ Powercord Recall Advert.pdf (1.5 MB) BOCA Recall Strategy ANZ - Final 101214.docx (4.8 MB)
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Recall Merlin Distribution—PowerKing Lead Reel

PRA number: 2014/14360
Date published: 9^th October 2014

Product information

Product description

2 socket lead reel, with 20m cable

Identifying features

model number: PTR20
APN: 9337897002871

What are the defects?

If the device is overloaded, the overcurrent protection device may fail to operate and the product may fail the ignitability test.

What are the hazards?

If the over-current protection device fails to operate, the unit may catch fire.

Dates available for sale

• 3^rd March 2010 - 4^th July 2014

Where the product was sold

• Nationally

Traders who sold this product

Hardware retailers and Tool shop professionals

Supplier

Merlin Distribution

Supplier's web site

http://www.merlindistribution.com.au

What should consumers do?

Consumers should discontinue use immediately and return to place of purchase for a full refund.

Other regulator reference numbers

SAA110019EA

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Recall for faulty power cables that could cause house fires

Tens of thousands of homes across Australia are at risk of catching fire because of faulty, non-compliant electrical cables installed in the past four years, the consumer watchdog warns.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission says Infinity and Olsent cable ranges, sold widely through 18 retail groups including Masters Home Improvement, Thrifty and Mitre 10, could become brittle and spark fires from 2016 and onwards.

It suspects the suspect cabling is being used in as many as 40,000 homes and businesses in Australia. Of the 4000 kilometres sold, nearly half - 1849 kilometres - was sold to New South Wales consumers between 2010 and 2013.

All sizes and configurations of the white TPS (Thermoplastic-sheathed) and Orange Round Infinity mains power cables have failed safety tests because of inferior plastic insulation coating.
"Testing has found that the cables will degrade prematurely and if the cables are disturbed, the insulation could break and expose live conductors, resulting in possible electric shock or fires," ACCC Chairman Rod Sims said.

The ACCC says the cables will age at different rates subject to ambient temperature and the load placed on them.

The commission is so concerned it has formed a special taskforce involving consumer agencies and building and safety regulators to execute a nationwide product safety recall.

The recall served as a reminder to companies sourcing from cheaper overseas suppliers whose products may not meet quality standards, Mr Sims said.

The initial investigation and early recall of loose wiring began late last year when an electricity cable provider made a complaint about the "dodgy" product to the NSW electrical safety regulator, ACCC Deputy Chair Delia Rickard said.

"It's regular electrical wiring for anything - it could be for all your lighting, powerpoints, airconditioning, the oven or hot water installation. It's important that if you've had work done, to contact your electrician or building manager. If you've done any work yourself, check with your supplier."

The cabling could have also been used in apartments, so owners suspicious of cables used should check with the building manager, she said.

Anyone who had electrical wiring work carried out at their homes in the past four years - 2010 to 2013 in New South Wales, 2011 to 2013 in the Australian Capital Territory, 2012 to 2013 in Victoria, Queensland, South Australia and Western Australia, and 2013 in Tasmania – is urged to find out from the responsible builder, electrical contractor or appliance installer whether infinity cables were used.

Anyone unsure about the timing of the work should contact the electrician or appliance installer to arrange an inspection.

Those unsure about who conducted the wiring job should arrange for a licensed electrical contractor to inspect the wiring.

If infinity cables were used, the supplier will inspect and replace the wiring for free.

In NSW, the faulty cables were available for purchase between 2010 and 2013 at the following retailers and wholesalers: Masters Home Improvement; John Danks & Sons (trading as Home Timber & Hardware, Plants Plus and Thrifty-Link Hardware); Mitre 10; Pioneer Electrical Supplies; Salmon Bros. Data and Electrical; United Electrical and Data Supplies; Alliance Electrical Wholesalers; Sydney Electrical Wholesalers; Ramax Electrical Wholesalers; Network Electrical Supplies; Go Electrical; Advanced Electrical Wholesalers, EZLEC Trade Supplies & Project Lighting.

http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/recall-for-faulty-power-cables-that-could-cause-house-fires-20140827-108y25.html