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Moen Recalls Flo Battery Back-Ups for Flo Smart Water Monitors Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: April 13, 2023 Initiated: April 13, 2023 #23178

Product Description

This recall involves the Flo Smart Water Monitor Lithium-Ion Battery Back-Ups. The Flo Water Monitor Battery Backup device was an optional add-on accessory that could be purchased separately to extend certain features of Moen's Flo Smart Water Monitor and Shutoff in the event of a power disruption. Only the battery back-up is being recalled. The dark gray rectangular battery has the FLO logo printed on the lower right-hand side. A sticker showing the status of the light on battery is printed on the lower left-hand side as well as model number 920-001.

Reason for Recall

The lithium-ion battery back-up can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using their recalled battery back-up and contact Moen for instructions to disable their battery back-up before disposing of the unit in accordance with applicable laws for the disposal of lithium-ion batteries.

Details

Units Affected
About 10,000 (In addition, about 14 units sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the Flo Smart Water Monitor Lithium-Ion Battery Back-Ups. The Flo Water Monitor Battery Backup device was an optional add-on accessory that could be purchased separately to extend certain features of Moen's Flo Smart Water Monitor and Shutoff in the event of a power disruption. Only the battery back-up is being recalled. The dark gray rectangular battery has the FLO logo printed on the lower right-hand side. A sticker showing the status of the light on battery is printed on the lower left-hand side as well as model number 920-001.. Recalled by Moen Incorporated, of North Olmsted, Ohio. Units affected: About 10,000 (In addition, about 14 units sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The lithium-ion battery back-up can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using their recalled battery back-up and contact Moen for instructions to disable their battery back-up before disposing of the unit in accordance with applicable laws for the disposal of lithium-ion batteries.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 13, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 23178.