Recall #17-735 · Published March 23, 2017

LectroFan Sound Machines

Power Adapters Sold with LectroFan Sound Machines Recalled by ASTI Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Amazon.com (Recall Alert)

CPSC published a recall notice for LectroFan Sound Machines from Adaptive Sound Technologies Inc. (ASTI) on March 23, 2017. CPSC identifies this hazard: The casing on the power adapter can break when plugged into an electrical outlet, exposing its metal prongs, posing an electrical shock hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the LectroFan, disconnect the power adapter and contact the firm to receive a free replacement power adapter. Consumers can continue to use the sound machine with the USB cable supplied with the LectroFan by plugging it into a computer's USB port or into another power adapter. The firm is contacting all purchasers of the recalled product directly.

LectroFan sound machine
LectroFan sound machine
Image: CPSC recall notice

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

Additional identifying details

The adapter has "ASTI AC Adapter" and model number XHY050050UCC printed on the side.

Which products are included?

This recall involves power adapters sold with LectroFan sound machines. The adapter has "ASTI AC Adapter" and model number XHY050050UCC printed on the side. The LectroFans were black or white with a matching black or white power adapter. The LectroFan machines have a serial number between 3 551615 528640 and 3 551615 618639 or between 3 551636 000010 and 3 551636 285179. The serial number is printed on a label on the bottom of the machine and "LectroFan" is printed on the front. The LectroFan Sound Machine has 10 fan sounds and 10 white noise sounds.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The casing on the power adapter can break when plugged into an electrical outlet, exposing its metal prongs, posing an electrical shock hazard.

Incidents and injuries

ASTI has received three reports of power adapters breaking or pulling apart, exposing the metal prongs. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the LectroFan, disconnect the power adapter and contact the firm to receive a free replacement power adapter. Consumers can continue to use the sound machine with the USB cable supplied with the LectroFan by plugging it into a computer's USB port or into another power adapter. The firm is contacting all purchasers of the recalled product directly.

Remedy type: Replace

Product and sales details

Brand
Adaptive Sound Technologies Inc. (ASTI)
Recall number
17-735
Units
About 35,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Online at Amazon.com from November 2016 through February 2017 for about $50.
Importer
Adaptive Sound Technologies Inc. (ASTI), of Campbell, Calif.

Recall contact information

ASTI toll-free at 866-220-7607 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.asticorp.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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