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Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Recalled by Carrier Due to Fire Hazard

U.S. CPSCFireNov 7, 2007
Recalled Air Conditioner
Recalled Air Conditioner

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Hazard

An electric heater in the unit can break, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the heating mode of the recalled units until they are inspected in accordance with Carrier's inspection instructions. Consumers should contact Carrier to receive a free repair.

Incidents & injuries

Carrier has received five reports of electric heater failures, resulting in fires contained to the unit. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

This recall involves Carrier-brand packaged terminal air conditioners (PTAC) and packaged terminal heat pumps (PTHP) manufactured between 2002 and 2005. Model numbers included in the recall are 52C, 52P, and unbranded model 84 units sold through the Bryant and FAST channels. Serial and model numbers are located on the rating/data plate on the right front of the unit, underneath the removable front panel. A complete list of the serial numbers involved in this recall are available by calling Carrier. The units were sold with 208/230 and 265 volts, and have capacities of 7,000, 9,000, 12,000, and 15,000 BTUs.

Sold on

HVAC dealers and factory-direct sales from January 2002 through December 2006 for between $425 and $675.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Carrier at (800) 761-8492 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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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