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Product recall · CPSCJuly 9, 2009Serious
Kidde Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms; Can Fail to Warn of a Fire
Check whether yours is affected, then follow the instructions below.
What’s wrong
An electrostatic discharge can damage the unit, causing it not to warn consumers of a fire.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should contact Kidde immediately to receive a free replacement smoke alarm.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Kidde toll-free at (877) 524-2086 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kidde.com
The product
This recall involves Kidde dual sensor smoke alarms model PI2000. The alarms can be identified by two buttons, "HUSH" and "PUSH AND HOLD TO TEST WEEKLY," which are located on the front/center of the alarm. The model number and date code are on the back of the smoke alarm. Only date codes 2008 Aug.01 through 2009 May 04 are included in this recall.
Details
- Units affected
- About 94,000
- Recall date
- July 9, 2009
- Brand
- Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc., of Mebane, N.C.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received two reported incidents of smoke alarm malfunctions involving electrostatic discharge during installation. No injuries have been reported.
PI2000
Retail, department, and hardware stores and through electrical distributors nationwide from August 2008 through May 2009 for between $30 and $40.
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: “Kidde Recalls Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms; Can Fail to Warn of a Fire”
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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