CPSC, White Consolidated Industries Inc. Announce Recall of Air Conditioners
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2001-03-28). Hazards: fire, burn, electric shock. Models: FAH096J2T1. About 17,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01116 |
| Published | 2001-03-28 |
| Last updated | 2026-02-10 |
| Product category | Air Conditioners |
| Products | 240-volt air conditioners |
| Firm named in the title | White Consolidated Industries Inc. |
| Firms | White Consolidated Industries Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 17,000 |
| Model numbers | FAH096J2T1 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, electric shock |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Department, appliance, home and hardware stores, and independent contractors sold these air conditioners nationwide, from November 1998 through November 2000, for about $300. |
Description
These are 240-volt air conditioners installed through the wall. They were sold under the following brands and model numbers: Frigidaire FAH096J2T1; White-Westinghouse WAH09EH2T1 and WAH096H2T1; Kenmore 253.79093990 and 253.70093000. The brand name is written on the front of the air conditioner under the control dial. The model number is written on a label inside the air conditioner, which can be viewed by lifting the filter in the front of the unit and reading the number through the slats.
Hazard
These air conditioners can short circuit, posing a risk of fires, and shock and burn injuries to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these units, and contact the company to arrange for a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
White Consolidated Industries Inc. has received one report of a fire because of a short circuit, resulting in $14,000 in damage. No injuries have been reported.
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