CPSC, Homemaster Inc. Announce Recall of Outdoor Lighting Timers

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2001-12-13). Hazards: electric shock. Models: HOT100. About 50,000 units in the US.

Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Recall number	`02066`
Published	2001-12-13
Last updated	2025-08-08
Product category	Timers
Products	Outdoor Lighting Timers
Firm named in the title	Homemaster Inc.
Firms	Homemaster Inc., of Eatontown, N.J. (distributor)
Units (US)	50,000
Model numbers	`HOT100`
Hazard classes	electric shock
Remedy classes	replace, stop use
Sold	Menards stores nationwide sold the timers, from October 2000 through October 2001, for about $10.

Description

The recalled timers have the model number "HOT100" printed on the back. The plastic timers are about 5 inches long, dark green, and have a timing switch on the front, that ranges from 1 to 8 hours or from dusk to dawn. A three-prong plug at the end of a 6.5-inch green cord extends from the top of the timer.

Hazard

The timers have reversed polarity in the wiring, potentially allowing a current to flow through a consumer's body, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the Outdoor Lighting Timers immediately and contact Homemaster for a free replacement.

Incidents and injuries

Homemaster has not received any reports of injuries or incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

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