CPSC, Salton, Inc. Announce Recall of Timex Outdoor Appliance Timers
CPSC recall 04092 · announced March 17, 2004 · Salton · 16,700 units affected
The product
The timer is designed to be mounted on a wall and plugged into a 120V outlet. It has an outlet on the underside for the appliance plug. Consumers can program the device to turn lights and appliances on or off at desired intervals. The word "Timex" is printed on the front door of the timer and on the dial inside. A label on the back includes the words "Model Number: 12/810."
The hazard
The Timex timers have reverse polarity in the wiring, which allows current to flow to the attached appliance when the timer is turned off. Consumers can receive an electric shock.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should contact Salton to receive a prepaid shipping label, to returnn the recalled timer. Salton will send the consumer a replacement timer.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): One incident has been reported, where the consumer received an electrical shock.
Sold at: Selected Lowe's stores nationwide, from November 2003 through December 2003, for about $20 each.
Consumer contact: Call Salton toll free at (800) 919-3101 between 7:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email Salton at salton@saltonusa.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.