Anticimex Recalls SMART Connect Mini Devices Due to Fire and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)
SMART Connect Mini Devices
Date of Recall
2020-12-31CPSC Release Number
21-716Manufactured In
ThailandUnits
About 2,750Importer
Anticimex Inc., of Berkeley Heights, N.J.Sold By
The recalled SMART Connect Mini Devices were not sold in stores or online. They were installed as part of Anticimex's pest control service monitoring from March 2020 through October 2020 for between $15 and $45 per month.Problem/Hazard
The device's power supply can overheat while charging, and cause the plastic enclosure to fly off, posing fire and injury hazards.Injuries/Incidents
The firm has one report of a voltage regulator failure resulting in battery cell failure in a device at an Anticimex facility. No injuries have been reported.Description
This recall involves the SMART Connect Mini Devices, which serve as a communication hub connecting a system of digital pest control units. The device is a white, plastic-covered unit mounted to the wall and was connected to a power source and wireless network by licensed pest control technicians. The model number 300 110 Rev. C is located on the back of the device.
Remedy
ReplaceConsumer Contact
Anticimex toll-free at 888-522-5770 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at https://www.anticimex.com/en-us/digital-pest-control/ or www.anticimex.com and click on "Press Release" for more information.Recall Comments
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