There is a product recall on the Acer Computer Australia Pty Limited—Linetek LS-15 power cord. The power cord may overheat during use.
Product information
Product description
Linetek LS-15 power cords supplied for use with Acer, Gateway and eMachines branded notebook computers
Identifying features
Model number: LS-15
The female connector has the imprint ‘LS-15 Linetek’
What are the defects?
The power cord may overheat during use.
What are the hazards?
If the power cord overheats, it may pose a fire or burn hazard.
Dates available for sale
1st September 2010 - 31st March 2015
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Traders who sold this product
Acer distributors and retailers
Supplier
Acer Computer Australia Pty Limited
Supplier's web site
http://www.acer.com.au/
What should consumers do?
- Consumers that purchased Acer notebooks during September 2010 to March 2015 should check the following website to determine if their power cords are affected: http://customercare-uat.acer-apac.com/CustomerCare/LS15PowerCord.aspx?!Type=LS-15&Brand=ACR&CID=AU&LID=ENG
- Consumers should cease using the power cord immediately and request a free replacement power cord using the website.
- Acer will send the replacement power cord by mail. Consumers should dispose of the affected LS-15 power cord.
