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Product recall · CPSCFebruary 23, 2017Serious
Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The power cord plug can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled units and contact Carrier to receive a free replacement cord.
Who to contact: Carrier at 800-761-8492 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at http://www.carrier.com and click on Important Product Safety Recall for more information.
The product
This expanded recall involves Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC) and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHP) sold under the Bryant, Carrier and Fast brand names. Recalled units include those with original power cords and those that received a replacement power cord as part of the 2007 recall. The recalled units have capacities of 7,000; 9,000; 12,000 and 15,000 BTUs and plug into 208/230-volt, 20-amp outlets. The following brands and models are being recalled: • Carrier models 52CE, 52CQ, 52PE, 52PQ, 52PC, 52ME, 53MQ; • Bryant models 840, 841, and 842; and • Fast models 840, 841, and 842. Model and serial numbers are located on the ratings/data plate on the right front of the unit, underneath the removable front panel. A complete list of the serial numbers involved in this recall is available by calling Carrier or at www.carrier.com.
Details
- Units affected
- About 94,000 (in addition, about 285,000 were previously recalled in December 2015 and 185,000 were previously recalled in November 2007)
- Recall date
- February 23, 2017
- Brand
- Carrier Corporation, of Jupiter, Fla.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Carrier has received 14 additional reports of overheating. No injuries have been reported in the additional incidents.
52CE
HVAC dealers and factory-direct sales nationwide from January 2002 through December 2009 for between $425 and $675.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Carrier Expands Recall of Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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