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Affected model numbers
"EVERPLORE" and Ni-Zn Battery Charger" are written on a blue and white label on the front of the units.
Which products are included?
These Everplore-model M100-12V-12.5A-110 chargers have a blue plastic enclosure and measure 5.5 inches wide, 10.5 inches long and 3 inches thick. "EVERPLORE" and Ni-Zn Battery Charger" are written on a blue and white label on the front of the units.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Internal electrical components of the battery chargers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
There have been three reports of these battery chargers overheating and melting, causing minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these battery chargers immediately and discard them in accordance with local laws.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Evercel
- Manufacturer
- Evercel Inc., of Hingham, Mass.
- Product type
- Battery chargers
- Recall number
- 03-509
- Units
- About 460
- Sold at / sales period
- Cabella's mail order catalogs and web site sold these battery chargers as part of their Evercel Model MOD100-7C Trolling Battery system, from August 2002 through September 2002, for about $299.
Nickel Zinc Battery Chargers
CPSC product type: Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
Recall contact information
Contact Evercel collect at (781) 740-1312 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.