Belkinrecall

Voluntary Recall of Belkin TuneBase Direct with Hands-free, TuneBase FM with Hands-free and Tunebase FM with ClearScan

Belkin has determined that these products pose a potential risk of fire. Belkin have identified that a component of the TuneBase, the washer, may cause a electrical short circuit in the Tunebase when plugged into a vehicle’s cigarette lighter adapter. The washer is a circular, black plastic unit situated at the tip of the TuneBase’s cigarette lighter adapter. After rigorous investigation, Belkin has determined that under certain conditions of heat, humidity and prolonged periods of power-on, some units with the washer have shown potential to smoke or pose a risk of fire.

A global recall of products has been intitiated of TuneBases purchased between 1^st April 2009 – 30^th October 2009. Model numbers affected (located on the back of the TuneBase itself) are:

1.     F8Z441ea

2.     F8Z176eaBLK

3.     F87442ea

The product box may have a slightly different model number. Please refer to the product itself to find the correct model number.

Should you have a TuneBase purchased between 1^st April 2009 and 30^th October 2009:

·       Stop using immediately

·       Contact Belkin to participate in its TuneBase exchange program that will provide eligible customers with a TuneBase replacement, free of charge.

·       Learn more at www.belkin.com/tunebaserecall

·       Customers without internet access can call 0080022355460(free phone)

IF YOU HAVE A TUNEBASE PURCHASED PRIOR TO 1^ST APRIL 2009 OR AFTER 30^TH OCTOBER 2009, NO ACTION IS REQUIRED AS YOUR PRODUCT IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL.

Should you require any further information regarding this recall, contact the Environmental Health Department, Lisnamallard House, Old Mountfield Rd, Omagh, (028) 82 256202 or eh@omagh.gov.uk.