GE Zoneline® Air Conditioners and Heating Units
CPSC Recall #16-025 — November 3, 2015
Product
GE Zoneline® Air Conditioners and Heating Units
Description
Moisture accumulates near the unit's heater when vent door open, along with two shorted electrical components can create an electrical ground path and arcing.
Hazard
Moisture from outdoor air can accumulate near the unit's heater when the unit is operated with the vent door continuously open. This, along with two shorted electrical components, can create an electrical ground path and arcing, posing a risk of fire.
Incidents / Injuries
GE has received three reports involving smoke and/or fire associated with the unit's heater resulting in about $30,000 of property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should contact GE to schedule a free repair. Do not operate the PTAC unit with the external vent open while awaiting a free repair. Property maintenance personnel should remove the unit's front panel and locate the vent door control lever at the left side of the Zoneline unit to ensure the lever is in the closed position.
Units Affected
About 33,500
Sold At
GE authorized representatives and HVAC distributors nationwide from January 2010 through December 2013 for between $1,000 and $1,200.
Importer
GE Appliances, of Louisville, KY
Manufactured In
China