Ensto Control Oy Recalls Toggle and Rotary Switches Due to Electric Shock Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-03-12). Hazards: electric shock. About 19,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08218 |
| Published | 2008-03-12 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Switches |
| Products | Toggle Switches and Rotary Switches |
| Firm named in the title | Ensto Control Oy |
| Firms | Ensto Control Oy, of Finland (manufacturer); Disconnects of Florida Corp., of Tampa, Fla. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Finland |
| Units (US) | 19,000 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | replace, inspect |
| Sold | The recalled switches were sold through Ensto Control Oy to distributors, which in turn sold the switches to industrial OEMs. They were not sold in retail establishments or to consumers. The switches were sold for between $30 and $60.Nordstrom stores nationwide from November 2007 through December 2007 for about $50. |
Description
The recalled toggle and rotary switches are manual motor controller switches or disconnect switches. The switches are typically used with HVAC units, electric distribution and control panels and industrial uses. Primarily the switches are used commercially, however they may also be found in residential applications. The switches were sold under the brand name Ensto Control Oy with a four-digit manufacturing week date code stamped on the bottom of each switch. The code indicates the week and year of manufacture. Product codes ranging from 0107 through 5007 are included in the recall. The model numbers are located on labels attached on the upper part of the plastic switch housing. The following model numbers are included in the recall: KK17.3 KK17.963 KK17.980 KK19.3 KK19.963 KK19.980 KKCSU3.60JDR/U KSR3.100 KSR3.100/U KSR3.1001/U KSR31002/U KSR3.125/U KSR3.1251/U KSR3.63 KSR3.80 KSR3.80/U KSR3.801/U KSR3.802/U KST3.100U KST3.63 KST3.80 KST3.80/U
Hazard
When switched OFF, one electrical pole may remain energized, posing a risk of electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers who have installed switches can contact the firm for information on how to receive a free inspection and replacement switch. Consumers who have switches that are not installed can return them to Ensto Control Oy, c/o Kaltek Inc., 2310 Peachford Road, Atlanta, Georgia for a replacement switch.
Incidents and injuries
Ensto Control Oy has received 13 reports of the switches not functioning properly. No injuries have been reported.
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