AAFES RECALL NO.
06-018 |
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WORLDWIDE The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Hewlett-Packard of Palo Alto, Calif. is voluntarily recalling HP Digital Cameras due to fire hazard and offers download fix for repair. Name of Product: HP Photosmart R707 Digital Cameras (CRC:8244253 Item # 493002869) Units: About 224,000 (about 679,000 worldwide) Hazard: The digital camera can cause certain non-rechargeable batteries, such as the Duracell CP-1, to overheat when the camera is connected to an AC adapter or docking station, posing a fire hazard. Incidents/Injuries: HP has received one report of a camera catching fire, damaging the camera and its docking station, and causing minor smoke damage to the room. No injuries have been reported. Description: This recall involves the HP Photosmart R707 digital camera. The HP logo and the model name and number are printed on the front of the camera. Sold at: AAFES, Electronic, computer and camera stores, and on internet nationwide from August 2004 through April 2006. AAFES sold 6500 units as one time buy in CONUS and OEF/OIF locations. Manufactured In: China Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled cameras and contact HP as they have developed a firmware update that prevents the camera from applying a charge to a non-rechargeable battery. Consumers can download this update at www.hp.com or contact HP directly. Do not use single-use, non-rechargeable batteries until the firmware has been updated. Consumers are encouraged to update the firmware even if they do not use or intend to use a non-rechargeable battery. Consumer Contact: For additional information, visit HP’s Web site at www.hp.com or call HP toll-free at (866) 304-7117 between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. MT Monday through Friday. Media Contact: Jennifer Pershall at (360) 735-7962, or Jennifer.pershall@hp.com Home
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