Intermatic Recalls In-Wall Timers Due to Shock Hazard

Active Recall Announced July 1, 2009 CPSC #09259

Quick answer

Intermatic Recalls In-Wall Timers Due to Shock Hazard is CPSC recall #09259, announced on July 1, 2009. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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. The remedy is 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.. Affected brand: Intermatic Inc..

Hazard

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.

Affected products

Intermatic Model ST01 and EI600 In-wall Electronic Timers

Recalled brands

Intermatic Inc.

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.

Recall date

July 1, 2009

Categories

Timers

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #09259?

CPSC recall #09259 covers Intermatic Recalls In-Wall Timers Due to Shock Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on July 1, 2009. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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.

What is the remedy for recall #09259?

The CPSC remedy for recall #09259 is 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.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Intermatic Recalls In-Wall Timers Due to Shock Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Intermatic-Recalls-In-Wall-Timers-Due-to-Shock-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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