US Consumer Product Safety Commission (USCPSC) writes that Ankar has withdrawn his Power Core 10000 Power Bank (Model A1263) due to a problem with lithium battery, which can cause “high heat, fire and burn the risk.” The company has received 19 reports of fire and blasts, including two reports of minor injuries and claims of 11 properties, including more than $ 60,700.
This is a major memory of covering 1,158,000 units sold by Amazon, Nig and EBay (only in the United States) between June 2016 and December 2022. To confirm that you have this specific model, check the rear section of the device to confirm: “Smoke Power Core 10000” Model Number “A1263”.
$ 30 gift card or replacement 10,000 mAh power bank, you will need to send a picture with the word “memory” or “memory” written in a permanent marker. You will have a photo which also features a model number and serial number printed under the Power Bank, as well as receipt (though the latter is optional). For more details, see the Ankar Remembering page.
Once you are confirmed that your Power Bank is subject to memory, you should call ahead to confirm if they accept rechargeable lithium -ion batteries). Do not throw them in recycling boxes, trash or battery disposal bins that are available at retailers.
Although generally safe and reliable, lithium -ion batteries can be harassed over time and are at risk of fire. Couriers such as FedEx and Airlines have strong rules about carrying them, and Southwest Airlines recently ordered that passengers see battery chargers when they were used on flights.
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