CPSC, Trojan Technologies Announce Recall of Residential Water Disinfection Systems
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-04-28). Hazards: fire, burn. About 3,900 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04129 |
| Published | 2004-04-28 |
| Last updated | 2025-02-10 |
| Product category | Water Distillers/Coolers/Purifiers |
| Products | TrojanUVMax® Water Disinfection System |
| Firm named in the title | Trojan Technologies |
| Firms | Trojan Technologies Inc., of London, Ontario, Canada (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Canada, United States |
| Units (US) | 3,900 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | repair, replace |
| Sold | Water treatment dealers, plumbing stores and through direct sales from plumbers, from August 2000 through April 2004, for between $500 and $1,500. |
Description
The recalled TrojanUVMax system, designed for residential and light commercial application, uses ultraviolet light to disinfect water. "TROJANUVMAX" is written on the system's steel chamber. Models included in the recall are D, D Plus, E, E Plus, F, F Plus, Pro 7 and 15. Model numbers are written on the Underwriters Laboratories label on the power supply. No other Trojan Technologies model or product is included in this recall. The lamps were manufactured in the U.S. and the system is assembled in Canada.
Hazard
Some of the lamp pins used in these disinfection systems are improperly soldered, and can cause the units to overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Contact Trojan Technologies to arrange a free lamp repair or replacement.
Incidents and injuries
Trojan Technologies has received 40 reports of the systems overheating worldwide, resulting in some damaged units. No injuries or other property damage have been reported.
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