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CPSC, Honeywell Sensing and Controls Announce Recall of Thermal Switches

Reported: March 8, 2005 Initiated: March 8, 2005 #05548

Product Description

These "Snap Action" thermal switches were sold under the model number 2450A, 2455RA, or 2455RM. They have model numbers and date codes stamped on the sensing surface or end cap. Following are those model numbers and date codes that are part of the corrective action: Model Number Date Codes Part of Corrective Action 2455RA and 2450A Z0412, Z0413, Z0414, Z0415, Z0416, Z0417, Z0418, Z0419, Z0420, Z0421, Z0427, Z0429, Z0430, Z0431,Z0432, Z0434, Z0435, Z0436, Z0437 2455RM Z0421, Z0427, Z0429, Z0430, Z0431, Z0432, Z0434, Z0435, Z0436, Z0437

Reason for Recall

When these switches are used in fire or HVAC dampers and heat detectors, they could fail to operate, causing the damper not to close or causing the heat detector not to alarm, if there is a fire.

Remedy

Honeywell Sensing and Controls will provide a free replacement switch.

Details

Units Affected
About 113,500, including about 12,200 that were installed in buildings

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
These "Snap Action" thermal switches were sold under the model number 2450A, 2455RA, or 2455RM. They have model numbers and date codes stamped on the sensing surface or end cap. Following are those model numbers and date codes that are part of the corrective action: Model Number Date Codes Part of Corrective Action 2455RA and 2450A Z0412, Z0413, Z0414, Z0415, Z0416, Z0417, Z0418, Z0419, Z0420, Z0421, Z0427, Z0429, Z0430, Z0431,Z0432, Z0434, Z0435, Z0436, Z0437 2455RM Z0421, Z0427, Z0429, Z0430, Z0431, Z0432, Z0434, Z0435, Z0436, Z0437. Recalled by Honeywell Sensing and Controls, of Freeport, Ill.. Units affected: About 113,500, including about 12,200 that were installed in buildings.
Why was this product recalled?
When these switches are used in fire or HVAC dampers and heat detectors, they could fail to operate, causing the damper not to close or causing the heat detector not to alarm, if there is a fire.
What should consumers do?
Honeywell Sensing and Controls will provide a free replacement switch.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 8, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05548.