Severity
Moderate
CPSC recall · Reported November 8, 2000
An electric heating element inside the system, that is used primarily in the dehumidification process, can short circuit and produce sparks, posing a smoke and fire risk.
Liebert Corp., of Columbus, Ohio recalled The environmental control units are used as a cooling system in computer rooms. The recal… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Liebert Corp. Announce Recall of Cooling System was recalled by Liebert Corp., of Columbus, Ohio in November 8, 2000. Reason: An electric heating element inside the system, that is used primarily in the dehumidification process, can sh…. Remedy: For more information about the recall, contact Liebert Corp. for instructions on disconne…. Verify recall #01503 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Liebert Corp., of Columbus, Ohio issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-An electric heating element inside the system, that is used primarily in the dehumidification process, can sh….
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01503 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This CPSC action (record #01503) was formally reported on November 8, 2000. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Liebert Corp., of Columbus, Ohio is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 1,500.
The documented reason for this recall is: An electric heating element inside the system, that is used primarily in the dehumidification process, can short circuit and produce sparks, posing a smoke and fire risk. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: For more information about the recall, contact Liebert Corp. for instructions on disconnecting the reheat assembly. Liebert Corp. will install and replace the heating element. Liebert Corp. sent reca… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 4 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
About 1,500
Related Recalls
6
4 from same agency
The environmental control units are used as a cooling system in computer rooms. The recalled units are 277 volts and 1.5, 2 and 3 tons with electric reheat. The units are mounted in the ceiling and use ducts or special distribution grills to distribute the air.
An electric heating element inside the system, that is used primarily in the dehumidification process, can short circuit and produce sparks, posing a smoke and fire risk.
For more information about the recall, contact Liebert Corp. for instructions on disconnecting the reheat assembly. Liebert Corp. will install and replace the heating element. Liebert Corp. sent recall notices to known purchasers.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01503 |
| Date reported | November 8, 2000 |
| Date initiated | November 8, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | Liebert Corp., of Columbus, Ohio |
| Affected scope | About 1,500 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
For more information about the recall, contact Liebert Corp. for instructions on disconnecting the reheat assembly. Liebert Corp.…
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