InFocus Corp. Recalls Portable Projectors and Projector Lamps Posing Shock and Fire Hazards
Fire
The hazard
The units have improper wiring with inadequate insulation, which could degrade over time, posing a shock and fire hazard.
Incidents reported: No incidents or injuries have been reported.
What to do now
Projector and replacement lamp owners should visit the InFocus Web site for instructions on returning the projector and lamp for a free repair.
Contact: For more information, contact (877) 398-6086 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.infocus.com/service
About this recall
This recall involves portable projectors designed for use with laptop computers, and a replacement lamp module sold for use with these projectors. The recalled projector models are InFocus LP120 and ASK Proxima M1, built between October 2005 and January 2006. The model number and serial numbers are written on the bottom of the projectors. They have the following serial numbers: Model LP120 - AJNV541A0001 through AJNV551A0301 Model M1 - AKUV546A0001 through AKUV547A0268 The recalled replacement lamp module is SP-LAMP-013, built between November 2005 and January 2006. There is no writing on the lamps, but "SP-LAMP-013" is on the label on the box.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC