April 8, 2020
NORTHBROOK, Ill., April 10, 2020 — The following is a notification from UL that the Yeiser Research & Development (YRD) 6V4.5Ah Sealed Lead Acid Battery below bears a counterfeit UL Certification Mark. The Yeiser Research & Development (YRD) 6V4.5Ah Sealed Lead Acid Battery has not been evaluated by UL to the appropriate Standards for Safety for the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons and it is unknown if this lead acid battery complies with any safety requirements.
Name of Product:
Yeiser Research & Development (YRD) 6V4.5Ah Sealed Lead Acid Battery
Manufacturer:
Unknown
Remedy:
UL recommends that you stop using this product.
Identification on the Products:
The Yeiser Research & Development (YRD) 6V4.5Ah Sealed Lead Acid Battery bears counterfeit UL and UL Recognized Component Marks. The following is marked on the product.
EXTERIOR CASING:
6V4.5Ah
SEALED LEAD ACID BATTERY
Caution:
Avoid short circuit
Do not charge in sealed container
Keep sparks, flame away
Constant voltage charge (25°C)
Cycle use : 7.05 – 7.20v
Standbye use : 6.75 – 6.90v
Initial Current: 1.20A
Made in China
BATTERY:
6V4.5Ah
SEALED LEAD ACID BATTERY
Caution:
Avoid short circuit
Do not charge in sealed container
Keep sparks, flame away
Constant voltage charge (25°C)
Cycle use : 7.05 – 7.20v
Standby use : 6.75 – 6.90v
Initial Current: 1.20A
Photos:
Known to be distributed and sold by:
www.berninifountains.com (no longer for sale)
www.qvc.com (no longer for sale)
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