CPSC recall · Reported July 1, 2009
Intermatic Recalls In-Wall Timers Due to Shock Hazard
When consumers trying to replace the timer's battery place a metal object through the battery tray slot, the object can reach internal metal contacts, posing a shock hazard to con…
Intermatic Inc., of Spring Grove, Ill. recalled This recall involves the Intermatic in-wall electronic timers with model numbers ST01, ST….
Intermatic Recalls In-Wall Timers Due to Shock Hazard was recalled by Intermatic Inc., of Spring Grove, Ill. in July 1, 2009. Reason: When consumers trying to replace the timer's battery place a metal object through the battery tray slot, the …. Remedy: Consumers should not attempt to change the in-wall timer's battery until they receive the…. Verify recall #09259 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Intermatic Inc., of Spring Grove, Ill. issued this CPSC recall-When consumers trying to replace the timer's battery place a metal object through the battery tray slot, the ….
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- July 1, 2009
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09259 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
This recall involves the Intermatic in-wall electronic timers with model numbers ST01, ST01C, ST01AC, ST01AC70, ST01C70, ST01CL, EI600C, EI600LAC, EI600LAC8, EI600WC, and EI600WC8. This product is a lamp and appliance timer and typically takes the place of a standard wall switch. The timer is white, off-white, or almond and measures 2 1/2 inches high by 1 3/4 inches wide. Model numbers can be found on the packaging and on the instruction. In-Wall timers are included in this recall if (1) the brand name "Intermatic" is molded on the front of the timer cover door, (2) the timer has only four keypad buttons, and (3) there is no 3-digit date code (e.g. "04C") stamped on the inside of the timer cover door. Timers with a 3-digit date code (e.g. "04C") stamped on the inside of the timer cover door are not included in this recall.
Reason for recall
When consumers trying to replace the timer's battery place a metal object through the battery tray slot, the object can reach internal metal contacts, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should not attempt to change the in-wall timer's battery until they receive the repair kit. Consumers should contact Intermatic to obtain a free repair kit with installation instructions.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 09259 |
| Date reported | July 1, 2009 |
| Date initiated | July 1, 2009 |
| Recalling firm | Intermatic Inc., of Spring Grove, Ill. |
| Affected scope | About 240,000 |
| 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 should not attempt to change the in-wall timer's battery until they receive the repair kit. Consumers should contact In…
- Check the recall number (09259) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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