CPSC recall 05-537, announced February 9, 2005, covers Vernier's Go!™ Temp Temperature Sensors (about 4,300 units). When connected to a computer, a static discharge to the sensor can cause the sensor to draw too much current from the computer, causing the sensor to get hot. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using the Vernier Go!™ Temp included in this recall immediately and contact Vernier Software & Technology for a free replacement. Recall contact: call (888) 837-6437, or go to www.vernier.com/recall.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The serial number is found by connecting the sensor to the computer after installing Logger Lite software, which is included with the sensor.
Which products are included?
Vernier's Go!™ Temp is a temperature sensor that connects directly to a computer USB port and collects data (temperature) from the probe. The sensors are used in science classrooms. They have serial numbers 0104XXXXXXXX through 2004XXXXXXXX. The serial number is found by connecting the sensor to the computer after installing Logger Lite software, which is included with the sensor. To determine the serial number, connect the sensor, start Logger Lite, pull down the Experiment menu, choose Set Up Sensors, and choose Go!Temp. The serial number will appear in the dialog box displayed on the computer screen.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
When connected to a computer, a static discharge to the sensor can cause the sensor to draw too much current from the computer, causing the sensor to get hot. The sensor can get hot enough to cause a burn to the skin or damage objects in contact with it.
Incidents and injuries
Vernier reported one incident in which a teacher suffered burns to her palm.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the Vernier Go!™ Temp included in this recall immediately and contact Vernier Software & Technology for a free replacement.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Vernier Software & Technology
- Recall number
- 05-537
- Units
- About 4,300
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Vernier Software & Technology and its resellers through their catalogs and Web sites, from February 6, 2004 through December 3, 2004, for about $39.
- Distributor
- Vernier Software & Technology, of Beaverton, Ore.
Vernier's Go!™ Temp Temperature Sensors
CPSC product type: Thermostats/Thermometers/Sensors
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Vernier Software & Technology at (888) 837-6437 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday and on the firm's Web site at www.vernier.com/recall
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