The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·04002·Announced 2003-10-02

Technuity Recalls Energizer Back-Up Power Supply Devices Due to Fire Hazard

Technuity Inc. is recalling Energizer-brand back-up power supply devices because they can spark when used with other power protection devices, posing a fire risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a fire hazard with 16 reports of sparking or smoking, but the source explicitly states that no injuries or fires have been reported, fitting the criteria for a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Technuity Inc. is recalling approximately 2,100 Energizer-brand Back-Up Power Supply Devices, specifically the UPS Model ER-PRO1000. The recalled units are black, breadbox-like devices measuring about 14 inches deep, 6 inches wide, and 8 inches tall, weighing approximately 20 pounds. The front of the unit displays the words "Energizer" and "energizerups.com," while the model number is identified by a label on the back.

The recall was initiated because the power supply device can spark when used in conjunction with another power protection device, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Technuity has received 16 reports of units sparking or smoking, although no injuries or fires have been reported.

The affected units were sold for about $140 at Staples stores nationwide and through www.technuity.com. Consumers should stop using the recalled back-up power supply devices immediately and contact Technuity toll-free at (877) 577-0046 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit www.technuity.com to obtain a free replacement unit and instructions for returning the recalled product.

The recalled product

Product
Energizer-brand Back-Up Power Supply Devices
Manufacturer
Technuity Inc., of Indianapolis, Ind.
Category
Consumer Product — Power Supply
Hazard
Affected units
2,100

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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