Model number check

50PF9630A/37

This model number appears in one official CPSC recall notice for household products. Latest recall published March 16, 2006.

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Recall #06-536 · Published March 16, 2006

Plasma Flat Panel Televisions with Ambilight Feature

What to check on the product label

Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.

Affected model numbers

50PF9630A/37
Additional identifying details

They were manufactured with the following model, date codes, and serial numbers: Model Display Type Production Began Production Ended Beginning Serial Range Ending Serial Range 42PF9630A/37 Plasma April 2005 July 2005 AG1A0518xxxxxx AG1A0528xxxxxx 50PF9630A/37 Plasma May 2005 August 2005 AG1A0519xxxxxx AG1A0533xxxxxx 50PF9630A/37 Plasma June 2005 August 2005 YA1A0523xxxxxx YA1A0534xxxxxx 50PF9830A/37 Plasma June 2005 August 2005 AG1A0526xxxxxx AG1A0533xxxxxx The model and serial numbers can be found on the back of the TV on the label that looks like the example in the picture: The serial number can also be obtained by pushing the following keystrokes on the remote control: 123654, after which a customer service menu ("CSM") will be displayed on the screen.

Which products are included?

Read the full CPSC product description and restrictions

The recall involves only certain 42- and 50-inch, 2005 model Philips branded Plasma Flat Panel Televisions with Ambilight technology, which is an ambient lighting feature that projects a soft light onto the wall behind the TV to enhance the display. They were manufactured with the following model, date codes, and serial numbers: Model Display Type Production Began Production Ended Beginning Serial Range Ending Serial Range 42PF9630A/37 Plasma April 2005 July 2005 AG1A0518xxxxxx AG1A0528xxxxxx 50PF9630A/37 Plasma May 2005 August 2005 AG1A0519xxxxxx AG1A0533xxxxxx 50PF9630A/37 Plasma June 2005 August 2005 YA1A0523xxxxxx YA1A0534xxxxxx 50PF9830A/37 Plasma June 2005 August 2005 AG1A0526xxxxxx AG1A0533xxxxxx The model and serial numbers can be found on the back of the TV on the label that looks like the example in the picture: The serial number can also be obtained by pushing the following keystrokes on the remote control: 123654, after which a customer service menu ("CSM") will be displayed on the screen. In the menu, line 03 displays the type number and line 04 displays the production code (identical to the serial number of the set). Press the MENU button on the remote to exit the CSM.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

Arcing by capacitors inside the left and right side of the back cabinets of these TVs can pose a safety risk.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately turn off the Ambilight feature (see instructions in the picture) and contact Philips for instructions on how to receive free in-home service to have their TV repaired for free.

Brand
Philips Consumer Electronics North America
Recall published
March 16, 2006
Units
About 11,800
Sold at / sales period
Consumer electronic stores nationwide from June 2005 through January 2006 for between $3,000 and $5,000.

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