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Intermatic Digital Timers Due to Shock Hazard
Check whether yours is affected, then follow the instructions below.
What’s wrong
The recalled timers can have a faulty ground connection, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
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 unplug the timer immediately and contact Intermatic to obtain a free replacement, including shipping.
Who to contact: For additional information, call Intermatic at (800) 704-3595 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.intermatic.com
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 200,000
- Recall date
- February 5, 2009
- Brand
- Computime Ltd., of China, Intermatic Inc., of Spring Grove, Ill.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Retailers and electrical distributors nationwide from September 2005 through December 2008 for between $15 and $25.
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: “Intermatic Recalls Digital Timers Due to Shock 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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