Scott Electric Co. Inc. Recalls Counterfeit Circuit Breakers Due To Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-11-16). Hazards: fire. Models: 115, 120, 130, 160, 215, 230…. About 30,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07036 |
| Published | 2006-11-16 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Circuit Breakers |
| Products | Counterfeit "Square D" Circuit Breakers |
| Firm named in the title | Scott Electric Co. Inc. |
| Firms | Scott Electric Co. Inc., of Greensburg, Pa. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 30,000 |
| Model numbers | 115, 120, 130, 160, 215, 230, 260, 1515, 1520 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | refund, replace, inspect |
| Trade facets | electrical |
| Sold | Scott Electric Co. distributor locations throughout Pennsylvania and Texas and nationwide at retail electrical supply and home stores from May 2005 through May 2006 for between $4 and $25. |
Description
The counterfeit circuit breakers include Square D QO-series models 115, 120, 130, 160, 215, 230, 260, 1515, and 1520. Actual Square D circuit breakers have (a) the amp rating written on the handle in white paint on the front of the breaker; (b) on the side of the breaker, where wire terminal screw is located, the arc shoot opening should have squared corners with the bottom edge of the opening angled up; (c) the mounting clip should be yellow chromate with half of the top of the clip visible; and (d) the Square D insignia should be molded onto the breaker. If your Square D breaker does not match this description, it could be counterfeit.
Hazard
The recalled circuit breakers labeled "Square D" are counterfeit and might not trip when they are overloaded, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Scott Electric Co. to arrange for a free inspection and if necessary, replacement or refund.
Incidents and injuries
Scott Electric Co. is not aware of any incidents or injuries associated with these counterfeit circuit breakers.
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