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Intermatic Recalls Digital Timers Due to Electrical Shock Hazard

U.S. CPSCElectric shockSold on The Home DepotSold on Lowe'sJan 9, 2008
Front View of Recalled Digital Timer
Front View of Recalled Digital Timer
Back View of Recalled Digital Timer
Back View of Recalled Digital Timer
Label on Recalled Digital Timer
Label on Recalled Digital Timer

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

Hazard

The recalled timers could have been wired incorrectly, which poses an electrical shock hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled timer immediately and unplug before checking the model number and date code. Consumers should contact Intermatic to return the timer and obtain a free replacement.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

This recall involves the Intermatic DT27 digital self-adjusting timer with a date code of "04B." This product is a lamp and appliance timer and is packaged as either the "DT27C Heavy Duty Digital Timer" or the "DT27CL Time All® Digital Lamp and Appliance Self-Adjusting Timer." The timer is white with a rounded top, and measures 3 7/8" tall by 2 3/4" wide by 1 5/8" deep. The brand name "Intermatic" is molded on the front of the timer, and the model number ("DT27") and date code ("04B") are printed on the back of the timer.

Sold on

Retailers nationwide, including Home Depot and Lowe's, from February 2007 through December 2007 for between $15 and $25.

Contact the company

For additional information, or to request a prepaid shipping label, call Intermatic at (815) 675-7000 anytime or visit the company's Web site at http://www.intermatic.com/customer%20service.aspx

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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