Current USA recall

Pets Warehouse NY · 02/26/2006, 03:02 PM

aquapod 12 gallon exchange programImportant Safety Recall InformationAquapod 12 Gallon Model #7050 Product Exchange Program.

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Current USA, Inc. is voluntarily recalling Aquapod 12 gallon aquarium systems (Model #7050) that were sold in the USA from December 2005 through January 2006. These aquariums were imported from China.The affected Aquapod aquariums could have a potential electrical risk resulting in the inability to independently operate each lamp. In the event the user plugs only one of the two power cords into an AC outlet, it may energize the remaining cord and present an electrical hazard resulting in shock. Current USA has received six consumer reports of these lighting systems not working correctly. If you have a recalled Aquapod, please stop using it and order a replacement tank or repair kit immediately. This recall only affects Model #7050 with no serial number, other models including current Models #7051 & #7052 are not affected.Current USA has initiated a domestic exchange program and will provide eligible customers with a new Aquapod 12 gallon system or an Aquapod 12-gallon Repair Kit, free of charge through their local retailer.The recalled Aquapod systems include those with no serial number. To view the serial number, open the lid and locate the serial number located on the bottom left corner of the light reflector. The serial number is printed in black numbers. Note: If your Aquapod 12 gallon system does have a serial number, you do not have to exchange it. This recall does not affect other models.Pet stores nationwide, catalogers and online retailers sold the Aquapod tanks from December 2005 to January 2006 for a suggested retail of US$240. If you have recently purchased an Aquapod, please check the outside box and locate the serial number next to the barcode. If a serial number exists, it is unaffected by this recall.Consumers should stop using the recalled Aquapod aquarium and contact their dealer for a replacement tank or repair kit. For more information, consumers should call Current USA Inc. at (866) 276-8872 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PST Monday through Friday.

Bob

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DJ88© · 02/26/2006, 03:16 PM

UnderwaterExotic · 02/28/2006, 09:18 PM

They should recall all their products! Every set of lights i ever bought from them i have gotten shocked from! i finallu pulled their fixtures apart and mounted them in a canopy!

Dubbin1 · 03/04/2006, 12:53 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by UnderwaterExotic
They should recall all their products! Every set of lights i ever bought from them i have gotten shocked from! i finallu pulled their fixtures apart and mounted them in a canopy!

I never once had a problem with one of their lights that I owned.

UnderwaterExotic · 03/04/2006, 01:10 PM

What is it with you always contradicting me? Man you know, quit posting after me. i know what you say and how you say it,! The only thing you are trying to do is get post's im sure other can agree cause i have been tracking your responses! We are here to help not be a..holes!

Dr. Chek · 03/04/2006, 02:18 PM

comments like "They should recall all their products!" is unfair.
I too, have not had any problems... but to each his own.
keep smilin'

UnderwaterExotic · 03/04/2006, 02:28 PM

When i say reacall all their products, i guess i should of stated. Their powercompact lighting line! I am sorry and do appologize! I have boughten about 4 sets of Orbitz thinking that maybe it was just defected, but something was going on with them and sending stray voltage into my tanks that they were on!

mm949 · 03/04/2006, 03:17 PM

its just another quality product from china.....
BUY USA....!!!

Pets Warehouse NY · 03/04/2006, 03:22 PM

The question is what's not from China?

Dr. Chek · 03/04/2006, 03:35 PM

no worries, I hope that my "luck" doesn't run out with my dual satellites!

I still think it is not fair to rip their 'entire pc line'.
I have 'boughten' much as well, except unlike you I have had great success.
cheers

UnderwaterExotic · 03/04/2006, 03:41 PM

OK Sorry their product is great!

reefeadx · 03/05/2006, 09:02 PM

my orbits is properly grounded, had it 3 mo. not one incedent. check your grounds, poss. your fuse box may not be properly grounded, i've seen it, it does happen. run a ground from your hood/tank.

hooterhead · 03/06/2006, 02:04 AM

I work at a small LFS and we've never had any complaints. I've used several of their fixtures over the years and not a problem yet...

physicslord · 03/06/2006, 03:49 PM

At least my nanocube never electrocuted me.

moose8721 · 03/06/2006, 05:47 PM

No problems with my either....satellite model PCs.

JmLee · 03/06/2006, 05:53 PM

lol yeah whats not from china?. This country amongst plenty of other rely heavily on china for import and construction of thousands of products. The bottom line is... you buy American, you pay top dollars but even then quality isnt assured, You buy Chinese you pay less, you still risk buying poor quality, and your supporting china's ever growing economy. I bet the clothes your wearing at this moment was produced some where in a sweat shop in china. So sad

Rendos · 03/07/2006, 09:04 AM

I own 2 Current USA PC light hoods...never had a problem out of mine either.

Maybe there is too much humidity in Beaufort. I know my sister always said the humidity was horrible when she lived there.

physicslord · 03/07/2006, 10:59 AM

So what does Current USA suggest you do with all your stock in the meantime? Start over again after the thing is repaired?

Driftwood · 03/07/2006, 01:19 PM

What the hell kind of wiring would cause that? Are the bulbs wired in parallel with two power cords? I will be staying away from this company, their development team is obviously on crack.

Airman · 03/08/2006, 12:06 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by UnderwaterExotic
What is it with you always contradicting me? Man you know, quit posting after me. i know what you say and how you say it,! The only thing you are trying to do is get post's im sure other can agree cause i have been tracking your responses! We are here to help not be a..holes!

Somebody is grumpy.

goda · 03/08/2006, 09:44 AM

the elecrtic is terriable..
i plugged in the actinic light and got shocked by the daylight light that wasnt pluged in ( i grabed the plug by the metle) im not worried about it but it did **** me off

tripstank · 03/09/2006, 02:15 AM

I have a Current USA Satellite Fixture and LOVE IT! Works like a charm! Never been shocked, but that is because I know better than to work on elctrical sockets when the blallasts are plugged in! Who loves common sense?!!??!!??

goda · 03/09/2006, 06:42 AM

ehh electric still shouldent go up one power cord and down the other,

kaholic · 03/09/2006, 07:09 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by tripstank
I have a Current USA Satellite Fixture and LOVE IT! Works like a charm! Never been shocked, but that is because I know better than to work on elctrical sockets when the blallasts are plugged in! Who loves common sense?!!??!!??

LMAO!! Exactly! Quote of the day. Try unplugging it first. I love common sense! I have a 520W Orbit extreme and I love it. No problems whatsoever with the power off.

Pets Warehouse NY · 03/09/2006, 10:32 AM

As a dealer of theirs for several years on any warranty issues they are near impossible to get replacements.

I had to get the owner on the phone and he don't follow thru.

I had to loan the customer a light pending the issue for 9 weeks.

Now I still sell then on request but not recomendation

Bob

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02/26/2006, 03:02 PM	#1
Pets Warehouse NY Moved On Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Copiague, Long Island Posts: 76	Current USA recall aquapod 12 gallon exchange programImportant Safety Recall InformationAquapod 12 Gallon Model #7050 Product Exchange Program. In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Current USA, Inc. is voluntarily recalling Aquapod 12 gallon aquarium systems (Model #7050) that were sold in the USA from December 2005 through January 2006. These aquariums were imported from China.The affected Aquapod aquariums could have a potential electrical risk resulting in the inability to independently operate each lamp. In the event the user plugs only one of the two power cords into an AC outlet, it may energize the remaining cord and present an electrical hazard resulting in shock. Current USA has received six consumer reports of these lighting systems not working correctly. If you have a recalled Aquapod, please stop using it and order a replacement tank or repair kit immediately. This recall only affects Model #7050 with no serial number, other models including current Models #7051 & #7052 are not affected.Current USA has initiated a domestic exchange program and will provide eligible customers with a new Aquapod 12 gallon system or an Aquapod 12-gallon Repair Kit, free of charge through their local retailer.The recalled Aquapod systems include those with no serial number. To view the serial number, open the lid and locate the serial number located on the bottom left corner of the light reflector. The serial number is printed in black numbers. Note: If your Aquapod 12 gallon system does have a serial number, you do not have to exchange it. This recall does not affect other models.Pet stores nationwide, catalogers and online retailers sold the Aquapod tanks from December 2005 to January 2006 for a suggested retail of US$240. If you have recently purchased an Aquapod, please check the outside box and locate the serial number next to the barcode. If a serial number exists, it is unaffected by this recall.Consumers should stop using the recalled Aquapod aquarium and contact their dealer for a replacement tank or repair kit. For more information, consumers should call Current USA Inc. at (866) 276-8872 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PST Monday through Friday. Bob URL removed from sig Last edited by rbaker; 03/09/2006 at 03:36 PM.

02/26/2006, 03:16 PM	#2
DJ88© Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: BC. Canada. Posts: 14,351	__________________ Darren Beauty fades.... Stupid is forever...... Current Tank Info: 34 Gal Solana with some lights.. and pumps that make water move. And fish...

03/04/2006, 02:18 PM	#6
Dr. Chek Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Warrenton, VA Posts: 373	comments like "They should recall all their products!" is unfair. I too, have not had any problems... but to each his own. keep smilin' __________________ -James Current Tank Info: 37 G, DIY stand/canopy, 10G Sump, 10G Fuge, Typhoon III, AquaC Urchin PS

03/04/2006, 03:17 PM	#8
mm949 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: chicago Posts: 1,843	its just another quality product from china..... BUY USA....!!! __________________ 219"x30"x48" - 1350gl reef Current Tank Info: ...18ft of double sided goodness

03/04/2006, 03:35 PM	#10
Dr. Chek Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Warrenton, VA Posts: 373	no worries, I hope that my "luck" doesn't run out with my dual satellites! I still think it is not fair to rip their 'entire pc line'. I have 'boughten' much as well, except unlike you I have had great success. cheers __________________ -James Current Tank Info: 37 G, DIY stand/canopy, 10G Sump, 10G Fuge, Typhoon III, AquaC Urchin PS

02/28/2006, 09:18 PM	#3
UnderwaterExotic Moved On Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Mayville, NY Posts: 1,343	They should recall all their products! Every set of lights i ever bought from them i have gotten shocked from! i finallu pulled their fixtures apart and mounted them in a canopy!

03/04/2006, 01:10 PM	#5
UnderwaterExotic Moved On Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Mayville, NY Posts: 1,343	What is it with you always contradicting me? Man you know, quit posting after me. i know what you say and how you say it,! The only thing you are trying to do is get post's im sure other can agree cause i have been tracking your responses! We are here to help not be a..holes!

03/04/2006, 02:28 PM	#7
UnderwaterExotic Moved On Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Mayville, NY Posts: 1,343	When i say reacall all their products, i guess i should of stated. Their powercompact lighting line! I am sorry and do appologize! I have boughten about 4 sets of Orbitz thinking that maybe it was just defected, but something was going on with them and sending stray voltage into my tanks that they were on!

03/04/2006, 03:22 PM	#9
Pets Warehouse NY Moved On Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Copiague, Long Island Posts: 76	The question is what's not from China?

03/04/2006, 03:41 PM	#11
UnderwaterExotic Moved On Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Mayville, NY Posts: 1,343	OK Sorry their product is great!

03/05/2006, 09:02 PM	#12
reefeadx Awaiting Email Confirmation Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: nashville tn. Posts: 8	my orbits is properly grounded, had it 3 mo. not one incedent. check your grounds, poss. your fuse box may not be properly grounded, i've seen it, it does happen. run a ground from your hood/tank.

03/06/2006, 02:04 AM	#13
hooterhead Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: N. TX Posts: 331	I work at a small LFS and we've never had any complaints. I've used several of their fixtures over the years and not a problem yet...

03/06/2006, 03:49 PM	#14
physicslord Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Santa Cruz Posts: 469	At least my nanocube never electrocuted me. __________________ a border collie is my pilot animal Current Tank Info: 12 gal. JBJ nanoDX, BB, 2x24W PC lighting, JBJ ballast, Maxijet 400 powerhead, Hagen Tronic 100W heater, Red Sea 60 skimmer with Hagen Elite 802 pump.

03/06/2006, 05:47 PM	#15
moose8721 Premium Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Montclair, NJ Posts: 268	No problems with my either....satellite model PCs.

03/06/2006, 05:53 PM	#16
JmLee Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Hohensfels, Germany Posts: 1,545	lol yeah whats not from china?. This country amongst plenty of other rely heavily on china for import and construction of thousands of products. The bottom line is... you buy American, you pay top dollars but even then quality isnt assured, You buy Chinese you pay less, you still risk buying poor quality, and your supporting china's ever growing economy. I bet the clothes your wearing at this moment was produced some where in a sweat shop in china. So sad

03/07/2006, 09:04 AM	#17
Rendos Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 5,380	I own 2 Current USA PC light hoods...never had a problem out of mine either. Maybe there is too much humidity in Beaufort. I know my sister always said the humidity was horrible when she lived there. __________________ Richard Rendos - Founder WTMRAC It can't rain all the time. Current Tank Info: 92 gallon corner bowfront

03/07/2006, 10:59 AM	#18
physicslord Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Santa Cruz Posts: 469	So what does Current USA suggest you do with all your stock in the meantime? Start over again after the thing is repaired? __________________ a border collie is my pilot animal Current Tank Info: 12 gal. JBJ nanoDX, BB, 2x24W PC lighting, JBJ ballast, Maxijet 400 powerhead, Hagen Tronic 100W heater, Red Sea 60 skimmer with Hagen Elite 802 pump.

03/07/2006, 01:19 PM	#19
Driftwood Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Gardiner, ME Posts: 841	What the hell kind of wiring would cause that? Are the bulbs wired in parallel with two power cords? I will be staying away from this company, their development team is obviously on crack.

03/08/2006, 09:44 AM	#21
goda Moved On Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: fortlauderdale florida area Posts: 1,874	the elecrtic is terriable.. i plugged in the actinic light and got shocked by the daylight light that wasnt pluged in ( i grabed the plug by the metle) im not worried about it but it did **** me off

03/09/2006, 02:15 AM	#22
tripstank Registered Member. Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 488	I have a Current USA Satellite Fixture and LOVE IT! Works like a charm! Never been shocked, but that is because I know better than to work on elctrical sockets when the blallasts are plugged in! Who loves common sense?!!??!!?? __________________ Not to point fingers, but.................... Current Tank Info: Coral Prop troughs

03/09/2006, 06:42 AM	#23
goda Moved On Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: fortlauderdale florida area Posts: 1,874	ehh electric still shouldent go up one power cord and down the other,

03/09/2006, 10:32 AM	#25
Pets Warehouse NY Moved On Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Copiague, Long Island Posts: 76	As a dealer of theirs for several years on any warranty issues they are near impossible to get replacements. I had to get the owner on the phone and he don't follow thru. I had to loan the customer a light pending the issue for 9 weeks. Now I still sell then on request but not recomendation Bob URL removed from sig Last edited by rbaker; 03/09/2006 at 03:37 PM.