CPSC, Salton, Inc. Announce Recall of Timex Outdoor Appliance Timers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-03-17). Hazards: electric shock. Models: 12/810. About 16,700 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04092 |
| Published | 2004-03-17 |
| Last updated | 2025-01-29 |
| Product category | Timers |
| Products | Timex Outdoor Appliance Timers |
| Firm named in the title | Salton, Inc. |
| Firms | Salton, Inc., of Lake Forest, Ill. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 16,700 |
| Model numbers | 12/810 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Sold | Selected Lowe's stores nationwide, from November 2003 through December 2003, for about $20 each. |
Description
The timer is designed to be mounted on a wall and plugged into a 120V outlet. It has an outlet on the underside for the appliance plug. Consumers can program the device to turn lights and appliances on or off at desired intervals. The word "Timex" is printed on the front door of the timer and on the dial inside. A label on the back includes the words "Model Number: 12/810."
Hazard
The Timex timers have reverse polarity in the wiring, which allows current to flow to the attached appliance when the timer is turned off. Consumers can receive an electric shock.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Salton to receive a prepaid shipping label, to returnn the recalled timer. Salton will send the consumer a replacement timer.
Incidents and injuries
One incident has been reported, where the consumer received an electrical shock.
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