INS LifeGuard - LifeGuard SmartHome IP Dialler versions 2.0 and 2.2 Recall

A recall notice for LifeGuard SmartHome IP Dialler versions 2.0 and 2.2 supplied by INS LifeGuard as the battery may fail and overheat and the battery casing may melt and this could lead to a fire.

INS LifeGuard - LifeGuard SmartHome IP Dialler versions 2.0 and 2.2

PRA No.

2020/18757

Date published

14 Apr 2021

Product description

LifeGuard SmartHome IP Dialler versions 2.0 and 2.2

Medical alarm device used to connect alarm monitoring services to residents in their homes

Photograph of Smartphone IP Dialler

Identifying features

Other

See attached Identifying number list

Identifying numbers.xlsx (56.21 KB)

What are the defects?

The battery may fail and overheat and the battery casing may melt and this could lead to a fire.

What are the hazards?

If the battery overheats and causes a fire this increases the risk of serious injury, death and/or property damage.

What should consumers do?

INS LifeGuard will contact affected consumers directly, to arrange for the affected product to be returned for inspection, and where necessary repair and/or for the battery to be replaced, free of charge.

For further information, please contact INS LifeGuard by phone on 1800 636 226 or email lifeguard@theinsgroup.com.au or via the website at https://www.theinsgroup.com.au

Supplier

INS LifeGuard

Where the product was sold

Nationally

Dates available for sale

  • 3 November 2017 - 9 October 2020

Recall advertisements and supporting documentation

Recall advertisement.pdf (180.7 KB)

Responsible regulator

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.