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Intermatic Recalls In-Wall Timers Due to Shock Hazard

U.S. CPSCElectric shockJul 1, 2009
Recalled In-wall Electronic Timer
Recalled In-wall Electronic Timer
Recalled timers have no date code stamp
Recalled timers have no date code stamp
Timers with visibla date code stamp are NOT included in recall
Timers with visibla date code stamp are NOT included in recall

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Hazard

When consumers trying to replace the timer's battery place a metal object through the battery tray slot, the object can reach internal metal contacts, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should not attempt to change the in-wall timer's battery until they receive the repair kit. Consumers should contact Intermatic to obtain a free repair kit with installation instructions.

Incidents & injuries

The firm has received twelve reports of consumers receiving a minor shock while changing the timer's battery.

Product description

This recall involves the Intermatic in-wall electronic timers with model numbers ST01, ST01C, ST01AC, ST01AC70, ST01C70, ST01CL, EI600C, EI600LAC, EI600LAC8, EI600WC, and EI600WC8. This product is a lamp and appliance timer and typically takes the place of a standard wall switch. The timer is white, off-white, or almond and measures 2 1/2 inches high by 1 3/4 inches wide. Model numbers can be found on the packaging and on the instruction. In-Wall timers are included in this recall if (1) the brand name "Intermatic" is molded on the front of the timer cover door, (2) the timer has only four keypad buttons, and (3) there is no 3-digit date code (e.g. "04C") stamped on the inside of the timer cover door. Timers with a 3-digit date code (e.g. "04C") stamped on the inside of the timer cover door are not included in this recall.

Sold on

Retailers and electrical distributors nationwide from March 2007 through June 2009 for between $25 and $45.

Contact the company

For additional information, call Intermatic toll-free at (877) 417-4316 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.intermatic.com

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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