Severity
Moderate
CPSC recall · Reported December 14, 2000
If the motor is not properly grounded as instructed, the motor could become energized and cause a shock or electrocution hazard, resulting in injury or death.
The Emerson Motor Co., of St. Louis, Mo. recalled The motors were sold under the Dayton brand name. The motors are used in many application… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Emerson Motor Co. Recall Dayton Motors was recalled by The Emerson Motor Co., of St. Louis, Mo. in December 14, 2000. Reason: If the motor is not properly grounded as instructed, the motor could become energized and cause a shock or el…. Remedy: Consumers, with the recalled motor, should unplug it and remove it from service and conta…. Verify recall #01504 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
The Emerson Motor Co., of St. Louis, Mo. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-If the motor is not properly grounded as instructed, the motor could become energized and cause a shock or el….
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01504 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This CPSC action (record #01504) was formally reported on December 14, 2000. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The Emerson Motor Co., of St. Louis, Mo. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 3,200.
The documented reason for this recall is: If the motor is not properly grounded as instructed, the motor could become energized and cause a shock or electrocution hazard, resulting in injury or death. 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: Consumers, with the recalled motor, should unplug it and remove it from service and contact Dayton Motor Hotline for repair information. Notices have been sent to known purchasers. - 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, 6 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.
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,056 household products recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
About 3,200
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
The motors were sold under the Dayton brand name. The motors are used in many applications, including carbonation machines and commercial fans. The model numbers included in the recall are 6K361B, 6K804B, and 5K887D&E. The manufacturing numbers included in the recall are MK99C, ML99C, MM99C, MA00C, MB00C, MC00C, MD00C, ME00C, MF00C and MG00C. The model and manufacturing numbers are located on the motor nameplate attached to the side of the motor.
If the motor is not properly grounded as instructed, the motor could become energized and cause a shock or electrocution hazard, resulting in injury or death.
Consumers, with the recalled motor, should unplug it and remove it from service and contact Dayton Motor Hotline for repair information. Notices have been sent to known purchasers.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01504 |
| Date reported | December 14, 2000 |
| Date initiated | December 14, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | The Emerson Motor Co., of St. Louis, Mo. |
| Affected scope | About 3,200 |
| 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
Consumers, with the recalled motor, should unplug it and remove it from service and contact Dayton Motor Hotline for repair infor…
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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