NORTHBROOK, IL--(Marketwire - August 21, 2007) - Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying consumers and retailers that surge protectors bearing the brand name "Fussion" bear a counterfeit UL Mark for the United States. The surge protectors have not been evaluated for safety by UL and are not eligible to bear the UL Mark.
On the packaging:
The surge protectors have six outlets and display a counterfeit UL Mark on the packaging. Model PBR-4506 appears on the package with the brand name "Fussion."
On the Product:
A molded marking on the back of the surge protector identifies the unit as Model MDE-28.
Hazard: The product does not contain a ground wire or surge protection. It has undersized wire and insulation that does not meet UL's Standard for Safety for surge protectors. Using the product could pose a potential electric shock or fire hazard.
What you should do: UL recommends that users stop using these surge protectors immediately and return them to the place of purchase.
Source: Underwriter's Laboratory Inc.
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Wednesday, 22 August 2007
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