Product description
"LS-15" labeled AC Power cables.
The cables being recalled were sold in conjunction with Lenovo ‘IdeaPad’ branded notebooks from 1 February 2011 to 30 June 2012. They were either: (a) included in Lenovo products, (b) distributed as stand-alone replacement packs, or (c) distributed as stand-alone option.
The cables being recalled were sold in conjunction with Lenovo ‘IdeaPad’ branded notebooks from 1 February 2011 to 30 June 2012. They were either: (a) included in Lenovo products, (b) distributed as stand-alone replacement packs, or (c) distributed as stand-alone option.
Identifying features description
The notebook models affected are:
-S10-3
-S10-3t
-Y560
-Y560p
-Y570
-G550
-G570
-G575
-G560
-Z560
-Z570
Consumers may have been provided an affected power cord even if they do not fall within the range of Affected Models.
The exposure is limited to a single part number (p/n 145000589) for Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. A sticker attached to the cord with the name Linetek on it will show a revision date ‘REV-001005’. The female connector has the imprint ‘LS-15 Linetek’
Why the product is recalled
In some instances the "LS-15" labelled connector's electrical insulation may degrade over time with the potential to overheat and burn.
What the hazards are to consumers
The AC power cord can overheat, posing a potential fire and burn hazard.
What consumers should do
Consumers are asked to visit www.lenovo.com/powercord2014 to determine if they are affected and to arrange for a free replacement power cord.
If you have a power cord that has been recalled, please be advised that until the replacement cord arrives, you should turn off your system, remove the cord, and dispose of it in a recycle or waste bin. Customers should save the power brick adaptor as the replacement cable will only be the cord going from the power brick adaptor to the wall socket outlet. Customers can continue to use the computer on battery power.
For more information consumers can contact Lenovo (Australia & New Zealand) Pty Ltd (toll free) on 1800 041 267 or visit www.lenovo.com/powercord2014.
If you have a power cord that has been recalled, please be advised that until the replacement cord arrives, you should turn off your system, remove the cord, and dispose of it in a recycle or waste bin. Customers should save the power brick adaptor as the replacement cable will only be the cord going from the power brick adaptor to the wall socket outlet. Customers can continue to use the computer on battery power.
For more information consumers can contact Lenovo (Australia & New Zealand) Pty Ltd (toll free) on 1800 041 267 or visit www.lenovo.com/powercord2014.