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CPSC, Homemaster Inc. Announce Recall of Outdoor Lighting Timers

U.S. CPSCElectric shockDec 13, 2001
Recalled Outdoor Lighting Timer
Recalled Outdoor Lighting Timer

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The timers have reversed polarity in the wiring, potentially allowing a current to flow through a consumer's body, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the Outdoor Lighting Timers immediately and contact Homemaster for a free replacement.

Incidents & injuries

Homemaster has not received any reports of injuries or incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

Product description

The recalled timers have the model number "HOT100" printed on the back. The plastic timers are about 5 inches long, dark green, and have a timing switch on the front, that ranges from 1 to 8 hours or from dusk to dawn. A three-prong plug at the end of a 6.5-inch green cord extends from the top of the timer.

Sold on

Menards stores nationwide sold the timers, from October 2000 through October 2001, for about $10.

Contact the company

For more information, consumers can contact Homemaster at (800) 443-0224 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or go to the firm's web site at www.home-master.net

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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