AustraliaThe recall affects the Krabooz Temperature Gauge & Hydrometer, a temperature and humidity gauge sold for hermit crab enclosures; the product’s packaging lacks required warnings about the dangers of button/coin batteries. It was recalled because it doesn’t comply with the mandatory standard for products containing button/coin batteries and children are at risk of choking or severe injury; stop using it, keep it out of reach of children, and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact KPHB Pty Ltd on 02 9646 1242 or sales@happybash.com.au to arrange a return and refund.
What's being recalled
Temperature and humidity gauge for hermit crab enclosure.
The hazard
The product doesn’t comply with the mandatory standard for products containing button/coin batteries.
The packaging is missing warning information about:
the dangers of button/coin batteries to children
what to do when a person suspects someone has swallowed or placed a button/coin battery inside any part of their body.
Children are at risk of choking, severe internal burn injuries or death if they swallow or place button or coin batteries inside their bodies.
Serious injury can occur in as little as 2 hours and the results can be fatal. In Australia, children have suffered serious injuries or died from swallowing button/coin batteries.
If you suspect a child has swallowed or inserted a button/coin battery:
Call Triple Zero (000) if your child is bleeding or having any difficulty breathing.
Call the Poisons Information Centre immediately on 13 11 26, available 24 hours a day. They can direct you to an appropriate medical facility.
Early action can save lives. Do not wait for symptoms to develop.
What to do
Stop using the product immediately and keep it out of reach of children.
Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.
If you are unable to return the product to the place of purchase, contact KPHB Pty Ltd to arrange the return of the product and a full refund.
Contact
KPHB Pty Ltd
Call: 02 9646 1242
Email: sales@happybash.com.au
The official notice
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