CPSC, Barnett of the Caribbean Announce Recall of Showerhead Hot Water Heaters
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-12-02). Hazards: fire, electric shock. Models: 194310, 192033. About 17,400 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04044 |
| Published | 2003-12-02 |
| Last updated | 2025-01-10 |
| Product category | Shower Items |
| Products | Showerhead Hot Water Heaters |
| Firm named in the title | Barnett of the Caribbean |
| Firms | Sintex of Brazil, distributed by Barnett of the Caribbean, of Bayamon, Puerto Rico (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Brazil |
| Units (US) | 17,400 |
| Model numbers | 194310, 192033 |
| Hazard classes | fire, electric shock |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Trade facets | hvac, plumbing water heating |
| Sold | Hardware stores and home improvement centers in Puerto Rico, from March 2001 through August 2003, for about $20. |
Description
Showerhead heaters involved in the recall include model numbers 194310 and 192033. The model numbers are printed on the front of the unit. The heaters are packaged in a clear plastic bag with card, or in a printed box that reads, in part, "Sintex Super Ducha," "Sintex Electronic," and "Made in Brazil."
Hazard
The showerhead hot water heaters are attached to the shower's water supply piping and connected to a household's electrical supply source when central hot water is not available. Undersized wiring prevents this unit from being suitable in wet locations, the rotary switch is not waterproof and the installation instructions fail to recommend an electrical junction box, but instead recommend tape. Another hazard is the plastic enclosure, which poses an electrocution and fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should contact the retailer where the product was purchased or Barnett of the Caribbean for more information on returning the product for a refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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