Recalls / 2009-07-01

Intermatic Recalls In-Wall Timers Due to Shock Hazard

09259 · Recalled 2009-07-01 · CPSC page

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.

Hazards

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.

Reported injuries

The firm has received twelve reports of consumers receiving a minor shock while changing the timer's battery.

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.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Intermatic Model ST01 and EI600 In-wall Electronic Timers		About 240,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Intermatic Inc.
Made in: Mexico
Sold at: Retailers, electrical distributors nationwide, $45.

Consumer contact

For additional information, call Intermatic toll-free at (877) 417-4316 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.intermatic.com

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Timers with visibla date code stamp are NOT included in recall

Source: CPSC recall 09259. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.