DS Waters of America Inc. Recalls Water Coolers for Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 07522 · announced January 22, 2007 · Ds Waters · 8,700 units affected
The product
The recall involves the Contact Hot and Cold Water Coolers with serial numbers beginning with the letter "J" and followed by nine digits. The serial number is located on the lower right-hand side of the serial plate. The model name - "Contact" - is written on the right-hand side of the serial plate.
The hazard
A water leak inside the water cooler can create an electrical arc, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled water coolers, unplug them and call DS Waters for a replacement water cooler at no additional cost.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): DS Waters has received 20 reports of the water cooler making either a crackling noise or catching on fire, including five reports of property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: DS Waters distributed the recalled Contact Hot and Cold Water Coolers through direct sales nationwide from April 2004 to August 2006 for about $220.
Consumer contact: For more information, call DS Waters at (800) 480-1434 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.water.com/ContactRecall
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.