CPSC recall · Reported September 7, 2010
Subwoofer Speakers Recalled by Paradigm Electronics Due to Fire Hazard
The subwoofer can overheat when the speaker system is played at high outputs for an extended period of time, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
The CPSC recalled This recall involves subwoofer speakers sold as part of the Paradigm Cinema 70 CT 120-vol….
Subwoofer Speakers Recalled by Paradigm Electronics Due to Fire Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in September 7, 2010. Reason: The subwoofer can overheat when the speaker system is played at high outputs for an extended period of time, …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled speakers and contact Paradigm for a …. Verify recall #10333 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The subwoofer can overheat when the speaker system is played at high outputs for an extended period of time, ….
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- agency class
- September 7, 2010
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #10333 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
This recall involves subwoofer speakers sold as part of the Paradigm Cinema 70 CT 120-volt and Paradigm Cinema 70 CT 230-volt system. The speakers have a black finish and serial numbers beginning with 111028 and higher. The serial number is located on the amp panel on the back of the subwoofer. The speaker system includes two front speakers, two rear speakers, a center channel and subwoofer. Subwoofers with an amperage rating of 1.25A L 250-volt are not included in this recall. The amperage rating is located on the back panel of the subwoofer.
Reason for recall
The subwoofer can overheat when the speaker system is played at high outputs for an extended period of time, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled speakers and contact Paradigm for a repair kit. The kit contains a replacement fuse and detailed instructions on how to remove the fuse and install a new one. Consumers will also receive a revised fuse rating label to be applied directly over the original label.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 10333 |
| Date reported | September 7, 2010 |
| Date initiated | September 7, 2010 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 2,200 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled speakers and contact Paradigm for a repair kit. The kit contains a replaceme…
- Check the recall number (10333) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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