The firm has acquired at least six stories in regards to the overheating risk, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission introduced Thursday. In 5 incidents, the photo voltaic panels or umbrella caught fire. And one smoke-inhalation harm was reported.
“Consumers should immediately stop using the umbrellas,” the company stated in a information launch. Customers are suggested to right away take away the photo voltaic panel puck, retailer it away from the solar and flamable supplies and keep away from charging it with an AC adapter.
Customers can return the merchandise to any Costco Warehouse for a full refund, or contact SunVilla at 866-600-3133 or log on for refund directions. Both SunVilla and Costco are contacting identified clients.
SunVilla additionally acquired one overheating report in Canada, and a recall was issued for the 33,000 umbrellas sold in that nation from January 2021 by way of May 2022.
Lithium-ion batteries are broadly utilized in most digital gadgets, together with smartphones, handheld energy instruments and electrical autos. The lithium-ion battery market has grown considerably as demand for electrical bikes and automobiles has climbed.
Last 12 months, the White House pushed for a nationwide community of electrical automobile charging stations, as a groundwork for decreasing carbon emissions. The international marketplace for lithium-ion batteries was valued at $36 billion in 2020 and was projected to achieve $193 billion in 2028, a market report confirmed.
On the opposite hand, the batteries are delicate to excessive temperatures and inherently inflammable. “Lithium-ion batteries store a large amount of energy and can pose a threat if not treated properly,” the Fire Department of New York stated on social media.
In April, the division warned the general public in regards to the correct dealing with of lithium-ion batteries after the batteries sparked 4 fires on light-weight electrical autos and injured dozens in New York City. “If using a lithium battery, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for charging and storage. Always use the manufacturer’s cord and power adapter made specifically for the device. If a battery overheats, discontinue use immediately,” the division wrote.