CPSC, Siemens Energy & Automation Inc. Announce Recall of GFCI Circuit Breakers Used with Hot Tubs and Spa
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (1998-10-07). Hazards: burn. About 144,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 99005 |
| Published | 1998-10-07 |
| Last updated | 1998-10-08 |
| Product category | Circuit Breakers |
| Products | 2-pole ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) circuit breakers |
| Firm named in the title | Siemens Energy & Automation Inc. |
| Firms | Siemens Energy & Automation Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga. (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 144,000 |
| Hazard classes | burn |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Trade facets | electrical |
| Sold | The GFCI circuit breakers were sold primarily to electrical contractors and hot tub manufacturers through independent wholesale electrical distributors. A small percentage were sold to contractors and consumers through home improvement stores. They were sold nationwide, from March 1996 through April 1998, for about $100. |
Description
The 2-pole GFCI circuit breakers involved in this recall carry the Siemens or Murray brand name. They are typically used with hot tubs and spas to prevent shock or electrocution. The face of the black plastic units have a large, white button with the word "TEST" molded into it. The circuit breaker's rating is printed in white at each end of the handle's horizontal bar. A product identification sticker is affixed to the face of each unit near the "TEST" button. The word "Siemens" or "Murray" will be found at the top of the sticker, and the phrase "2 Pole Unit" is printed on the bottom of the sticker. Only 2-pole units are being recalled.
Hazard
These GFCI circuit breakers could overheat and lose their ability to prevent injury or death.
Remedy
Consumers should switch the recalled GFCI circuit breaker to the "off" position immediately to disconnect the power supply. Consumers should call Siemens to arrange to have qualified personnel replace the breakers at no charge to the consumer. Consumers should not attempt to remove the GFCI circuit breaker because high voltage can cause death or serious injury. Consumers should not use their hot tubs and spas until a replacement breaker has been installed.
Incidents and injuries
Siemens is not aware of any injuries involving these circuit breakers. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
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