PRA number
2002/5558
Published date
Product description
2 Megapixel consumer digital zoom lens camera, powered by 4 AA sized Alkaline batteries, supplied with the camera. Supplied in Australia between 27 June and 9 August 2002. Affected cameras have serial numbers: 2010001 - 2042816; 2510001 - 2543248; 3010
Reasons the product is recalled
Severe overheating may occur within the battery chamber of this product, sufficient to result in the melting of the outside casing. Such heat might lead to injury, and under extreme circumstances might possibly lead to a fire.
The hazards to consumers
Fire.
What consumers should do
Cease use immediately and remove all batteries. Information and instructions for return and replacement cameras can be found at www.maxwell.com.au Alternately further advice can be obtained by toll free phone 1300 366 499.
Supplier
Maxwell Optical Industries Pty Limited
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
