Intermatic Recalls Digital Timers Due to Shock Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-02-05). Hazards: electric shock. Models: DT17. About 200,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09119 |
| Published | 2009-02-05 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Timers |
| Products | Intermatic DT17 Heavy Duty Digital Timers |
| Firm named in the title | Intermatic |
| Firms | Computime Ltd., of China (manufacturer); Intermatic Inc., of Spring Grove, Ill. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 200,000 |
| Model numbers | DT17 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Sold | Retailers and electrical distributors nationwide from September 2005 through December 2008 for between $15 and $25. |
Description
The recalled Intermatic DT17 heavy-duty digital timers are lamp and appliance timers. They were packaged as the "DT17C Heavy Duty Digital Timer" and the "DT17C8 Heavy Duty Digital Timer." The timer is white-colored and measures 3 3/8" tall x 2 5/8" wide x 1 5/8" deep. Only products with date codes of "40Z" through "52Z" or date codes ending in "A," "B" or "C" are included in the recall. The brand name "Intermatic" is molded on the front of the timer, and the model number ("DT17") and date code are printed on the back of the timer.
Hazard
The recalled timers can have a faulty ground connection, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should unplug the timer immediately and contact Intermatic to obtain a free replacement, including shipping.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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