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CPSC, Lite Machines Corp. Announce Recall of Motor Speed Controller

U.S. CPSCInjuriesDec 31, 2001
Corona electric helicopter, which was shipped with recalled Fusion 35 speed controllers
Corona electric helicopter, which was shipped with recalled Fusion 35 speed controllers

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The Fusion 35 motor speed controller may not operate properly, due to a weakness in a batch of integrated circuit (IC) chips. The (IC) chip can become hot and damage the controller. In certain instances, a malfunctioning IC chip can cause the helicopter motor to turn on for the several seconds before the power is disconnected, which can damage the helicopter or cause injury to the operator or bystanders.

Remedy

Consumers should send the Fusion 35 speed controller to Lite Machines for a diagnostic test by the manufacturer. If the unit is defective, it will be replaced free of charge.

Incidents & injuries

There were three incidents where the motor came on for several seconds and damaged the helicopter. There have been no injuries.

Product description

The Fusion 35 speed controller, a small printed circuit board with wires extending from either side, is packed in a clear plastic bag separate from other radio system components, and carries the identification "Fusion 35 #30499" on its front plate.

Sold on

These components were sold with the electric helicopter kits at hobby shops, from November 2001 through December 2001, for about $60.

Contact the company

For more information, contact Lite Machines at (765) 463-0959 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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