Intermatic Recalls Digital Timers Due to Shock Hazard
CPSC recall 09119 · announced February 5, 2009 · Computime · 200,000 units affected
The product
The recalled Intermatic DT17 heavy-duty digital timers are lamp and appliance timers. They were packaged as the "DT17C Heavy Duty Digital Timer" and the "DT17C8 Heavy Duty Digital Timer." The timer is white-colored and measures 3 3/8" tall x 2 5/8" wide x 1 5/8" deep. Only products with date codes of "40Z" through "52Z" or date codes ending in "A," "B" or "C" are included in the recall. The brand name "Intermatic" is molded on the front of the timer, and the model number ("DT17") and date code are printed on the back of the timer.
The hazard
The recalled timers can have a faulty ground connection, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should unplug the timer immediately and contact Intermatic to obtain a free replacement, including shipping.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Retailers and electrical distributors nationwide from September 2005 through December 2008 for between $15 and $25.
Consumer contact: For additional information, call Intermatic at (800) 704-3595 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.intermatic.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.