August
17, 2004
Name
of product:
Rackmount Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
Units: About 1,200 units
Manufacturer/Importer: Belkin Corp., of Compton, Calif.
Hazard: The UPS outputs were wired incorrectly creating a reverse
polarity configuration and a potential electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Description: The recalled Belkin OmniGuard Rackmount UPS units are used
to provide voltage regulation, surge suppression, and back-up power for
electronic equipment. The Belkin OmniGuard Rackmount UPS units are black with a
silver/grey panel on the front. Recalled units are the OmniGuard 1100 (Model
no. F6C110-RKM-2U), OmniGuard 1500 (Model no. F6C150- RKM-2U), OmniGuard 2300
(Model no. F6C230-RKM-2U), and OmniGuard 3200 (Model no. F6C320-RKM-3U). The
model number and model type can be found on a label on the rear of the unit.
Sold at: Electronics distributors and retailers from September 2003
through June 2004 for between $560 and $1360.
Manufactured In: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the unit and contact
Belkin Corp., for a free replacement unit.
Consumer Contact: Call Belkin Customer Service Center toll-free at (800)
223-5546 ext. 2064 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday to
arrange for a free replacement. Consumers can also log on to the company’s Web
site at http://web.belkin.com/support/recall.asp
for additional shipping information.