Vernier Software & Technology Recalls Circuit Boards Due to Burn Hazard (Recall Alert)
Recall 18746 · Jun 6, 2018 · Vernier Software & Technology
4,200
units affected
4,200
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 18746
- Date
- Jun 6, 2018
- Company
- Vernier Software & Technology
- Units affected
- 4,200
- Product
- Vernier Circuit Board 2
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall only involves the Vernier Circuit Board 2. It is a green-colored circuit board that is 10 inches wide by 6.5 inches in height and is used to teach students about the fundamentals of electrical circuits. The Vernier name, logo, product name (Vernier Circuit Board 2) and order code (VCB2) are printed in the upper right corner of the product. Recalled units were shipped between August 2015 through April 10, 2018 represented with the different revision mark codes of 'VCB2 REV 1 PPRL 2015' and 'VCB2 REV 1A PPRL 2015' printed below the pins 35, 30, and 31 on the lower section of the product.
What can happen
There are two switches on the VCB2 that can get stuck between positions causing the switches to short out and overheat. If the switches overheat, the metal case of the switch can become hot, posing a burn hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled circuit boards and return them to the firm for a free repair. Instructions for returning the units are available on the firm's website. Vernier is contacting known customers directly.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received 10 reports of circuit board switches overheating. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Online directly to customers by Vernier Software & Technology, by phone, catalog and dealers from August 2015 through April 2018 for about $130.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled vernier circuit board 2?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled circuit boards and return them to the firm for a free repair. Instructions for returning the units are available on the firm's website. Vernier is contacting known customers directly.
What is the hazard?
There are two switches on the VCB2 that can get stuck between positions causing the switches to short out and overheat. If the switches overheat, the metal case of the switch can become hot, posing a burn hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.