DS Waters of America Inc. Recalls Water Coolers for Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-01-22). Hazards: fire. About 8,700 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07522 |
| Published | 2007-01-22 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Water Distillers/Coolers/Purifiers |
| Products | Contact Hot and Cold Water Coolers |
| Firm named in the title | DS Waters of America Inc. |
| Firms | DS Waters of America Inc., of Atlanta, Ga. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | Canada |
| Units (US) | 8,700 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | DS Waters distributed the recalled Contact Hot and Cold Water Coolers through direct sales nationwide from April 2004 to August 2006 for about $220. |
Description
The recall involves the Contact Hot and Cold Water Coolers with serial numbers beginning with the letter "J" and followed by nine digits. The serial number is located on the lower right-hand side of the serial plate. The model name - "Contact" - is written on the right-hand side of the serial plate.
Hazard
A water leak inside the water cooler can create an electrical arc, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled water coolers, unplug them and call DS Waters for a replacement water cooler at no additional cost.
Incidents and injuries
DS Waters has received 20 reports of the water cooler making either a crackling noise or catching on fire, including five reports of property damage. No injuries have been reported.
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