Intermatic Recalls In-Wall Timers Due to Shock Hazard
危险说明 Hazard
- When consumers trying to replace the timer's battery place a metal object through the battery tray slot, the object can reach internal metal contacts, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
受影响产品
官方描述 Description
This recall involves the Intermatic in-wall electronic timers with model numbers ST01, ST01C, ST01AC, ST01AC70, ST01C70, ST01CL, EI600C, EI600LAC, EI600LAC8, EI600WC, and EI600WC8. This product is a lamp and appliance timer and typically takes the place of a standard wall switch. The timer is white, off-white, or almond and measures 2 1/2 inches high by 1 3/4 inches wide. Model numbers can be found on the packaging and on the instruction. In-Wall timers are included in this recall if (1) the brand name "Intermatic" is molded on the front of the timer cover door, (2) the timer has only four keypad buttons, and (3) there is no 3-digit date code (e.g. "04C") stamped on the inside of the timer cover door. Timers with a 3-digit date code (e.g. "04C") stamped on the inside of the timer cover door are not included in this recall.
事故与伤害 Incidents / Injuries
- The firm has received twelve reports of consumers receiving a minor shock while changing the timer's battery.
官方补救措施 Remedy
- Consumers should not attempt to change the in-wall timer's battery until they receive the repair kit. Consumers should contact Intermatic to obtain a free repair kit with installation instructions.
消费者联系信息
For additional information, call Intermatic toll-free at (877) 417-4316 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.intermatic.com
相关企业
制造商:Intermatic Inc., of Spring Grove, Ill.
制造国家/地区:Mexico
零售商:Retailers and electrical distributors nationwide from March 2007 through June 2009 for between $25 and $45.