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DS Waters of America Inc. Recalls Water Coolers for Fire Hazard

U.S. CPSCFireJan 22, 2007
Recalled Water Cooler
Recalled Water Cooler
Recalled Water Cooler Serial Plate
Recalled Water Cooler Serial Plate

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Hazard

A water leak inside the water cooler can create an electrical arc, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled water coolers, unplug them and call DS Waters for a replacement water cooler at no additional cost.

Incidents & injuries

DS Waters has received 20 reports of the water cooler making either a crackling noise or catching on fire, including five reports of property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

The recall involves the Contact Hot and Cold Water Coolers with serial numbers beginning with the letter "J" and followed by nine digits. The serial number is located on the lower right-hand side of the serial plate. The model name - "Contact" - is written on the right-hand side of the serial plate.

Sold on

DS Waters distributed the recalled Contact Hot and Cold Water Coolers through direct sales nationwide from April 2004 to August 2006 for about $220.

Contact the company

For more information, call DS Waters at (800) 480-1434 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.water.com/ContactRecall

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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