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Recall Programs

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Philips participates in voluntary recall programs when a product is shown to cause a potential safety hazard.

Plasma Flat Panel Televisions
On certain Philips branded Plasma Flat Panel Televisions, arcing by capacitors can pose a safety risk. Only certain 42 and 50 inch, 2005 Philips Plasma Flat Panel Televisions with Ambilight technology are affected. Ambilight is a feature that projects a soft light onto the wall behind the TV to enhance the display. These affected units were manufactured with the following model, date codes, and serial numbers:
 

 Model  Display Type  Production Began  Production Ended  Beginning Serial range  Ending Serial range
 42PF9630A/37  Plasma  April 2005  July 2005  AG1A0518xxxxxx  AG1A0528xxxxxx
 50PF9630A/37  Plasma  May 2005  August 2005  AG1A0519xxxxxx  AG1A0533xxxxxx
 50PF9630A/37  Plasma  June 2005  August 2005  YA1A0523xxxxxx  YA1A0534xxxxxx
 50PF9830A/37  Plasma  June 2005  August 2005  AG1A0526xxxxxx  AG1A0533xxxxxx

If you have one of these units listed above, please call Philips at 1-888-PHILIPS [888-744-5477]
using Priority PIN number “4445” for instructions on how to receive a free in-home repair.

The model and serial numbers can be found on the back of the TV on the label that looks like this example:  

Consumers should follow the instructions below to turn off the Ambilight feature on affected units until the repair is completed.