Single Meter Sockets Recalled by Milbank Manufacturing Due to Fire and Electrocution Hazards

Active Recall Announced October 15, 2009 CPSC #10012

Quick answer

Single Meter Sockets Recalled by Milbank Manufacturing Due to Fire and Electrocution Hazards is CPSC recall #10012, announced on October 15, 2009. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The single meter 200 amp/4 terminal sockets are used for underground utility meter installations. The meter socket is 20 3/4 inches high by 9 inches wide and 4 1/2 inches deep with 1 meter position. It is used by the approving utility to mount their electric meter to measure how much electricity a residence uses. It can be used for an underground residential application. The recalled model number 9090 appears on the right or left side of the installed meter socket. If not installed, model numbers U9090-O or R9090-O will appear on the label on the outside of the box. The remedy is consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and contact the electrical supply contractor who installed the sockets. contractors will contact milbank manufacturing for a replacement or reimbursement. milbank will contact all distributors and stores where the recalled product was sold.. Affected brand: Milbank Manufacturing Co..

Hazard

The single meter 200 amp/4 terminal sockets are used for underground utility meter installations. The meter socket is 20 3/4 inches high by 9 inches wide and 4 1/2 inches deep with 1 meter position. It is used by the approving utility to mount their electric meter to measure how much electricity a residence uses. It can be used for an underground residential application. The recalled model number 9090 appears on the right or left side of the installed meter socket. If not installed, model numbers U9090-O or R9090-O will appear on the label on the outside of the box.

Affected products

Single Meter Sockets

Recalled brands

Milbank Manufacturing Co.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and contact the electrical supply contractor who installed the sockets. Contractors will contact Milbank Manufacturing for a replacement or reimbursement. Milbank will contact all distributors and stores where the recalled product was sold.

Recall date

October 15, 2009

Categories

Meter Boxes

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #10012?

CPSC recall #10012 covers Single Meter Sockets Recalled by Milbank Manufacturing Due to Fire and Electrocution Hazards, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on October 15, 2009. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The single meter 200 amp/4 terminal sockets are used for underground utility meter installations. The meter socket is 20 3/4 inches high by 9 inches wide and 4 1/2 inches deep with 1 meter position. It is used by the approving utility to mount their electric meter to measure how much electricity a residence uses. It can be used for an underground residential application. The recalled model number 9090 appears on the right or left side of the installed meter socket. If not installed, model numbers U9090-O or R9090-O will appear on the label on the outside of the box.

What is the remedy for recall #10012?

The CPSC remedy for recall #10012 is consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and contact the electrical supply contractor who installed the sockets. contractors will contact milbank manufacturing for a replacement or reimbursement. milbank will contact all distributors and stores where the recalled product was sold.. 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 Single Meter Sockets Recalled by Milbank Manufacturing Due to Fire and Electrocution Hazards 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/2010/Single-Meter-Sockets-Recalled-by-Milbank-Manufacturing-Due-to-Fire-and-Electrocution-Hazards. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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