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Vernier Science Education Recalls "Go Direct" Charge Stations Due to Burn Hazard
No injuries reported. This is a preventive recall action.
Source: CPSC
InfoRecall #24132
Vernier Science Education Recalls "Go Direct" Charge Stations Due to Burn Hazard
Vernier Science Education, of Beaverton, Oregon · Vernier Go Direct® Charge Stations
Product Description
This recall involves the Vernier Go Direct Charge Station, which supports the Go Direct line of wireless sensors containing rechargeable batteries. The Vernier Go Direct sensors are widely used in educational settings by teachers and students to conduct a variety of science experiments, including collecting data on temperature measurements, O2 levels, CO2 levels, pH values, and more. The Vernier Go Direct Charge Stations can charge up to 16 Vernier Go Direct sensors at the same time - 8 via USB and 8 via Go Direct wand-style sensor ports. The product is marked as "Go Direct® Charging Station" and can be identified by the order code GDX-CRG and model number GDXCRG2617R1, found on a label located at the bottom of the Charge Station. This product may have been purchased individually or as a part of a Teacher Pack of sensors with order codes GDX-TMP-TP or GDX-PH-TP.
Hazard
The recalled charge station can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the Vernier Go Direct Charge Station, and contact Vernier to receive instructions on how to return their charge station for a free repair. Vernier is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Repair
Reported Injuries
The firm has received two reports of the chargers overheating. No injuries have been reported.
411 Press Analysis
A recall affecting about 15,000 of Vernier Go Direct® Charge Stations was announced on February 29, 2024 by the CPSC. The recalled charge station can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers. Vernier Science Education, of Beaverton, Oregon initiated this voluntary recall before any injuries were reported. Consumers who purchased this product should schedule a free repair by contacting the manufacturer. The CPSC encourages consumers to register products at the time of purchase to receive direct notification of future recalls.
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