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Intermatic Model ST01 and EI600 In-wall Electronic Timers

CPSC Recall #09-259 — June 30, 2009

Recall #09-259 Date: June 30, 2009 Remedy: Repair

Product

Intermatic Model ST01 and EI600 In-wall Electronic Timers

Description

This recall involves the Intermatic in-wall electronic timers with model numbers ST01, ST01C, ST01AC, ST01AC70, ST01C70, ST01CL, EI600C, EI600LAC, EI600LAC8, EI600WC, and EI600WC8. This product is a lamp and appliance timer and typically takes the place of a standard wall switch. The timer is white, off-white, or almond and measures 2 1/2 inches high by 1 3/4 inches wide. Model numbers can be found on the packaging and on the instruction. In-Wall timers are included in this recall if (1) the brand name "Intermatic" is molded on the front of the timer cover door, (2) the timer has only four keypad buttons, and (3) there is no 3-digit date code (e.g. "04C") stamped on the inside of the timer cover door. Timers with a 3-digit date code (e.g. "04C") stamped on the inside of the timer cover door are not included in this recall.

Hazard

When consumers trying to replace the timer's battery place a metal object through the battery tray slot, the object can reach internal metal contacts, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

Incidents / Injuries

The firm has received twelve reports of consumers receiving a minor shock while changing the timer's battery.

Remedy

Consumers should not attempt to change the in-wall timer's battery until they receive the repair kit. Consumers should contact Intermatic to obtain a free repair kit with installation instructions.

Units Affected

About 240,000

Sold At

Retailers and electrical distributors nationwide from March 2007 through June 2009 for between $25 and $45.

Manufacturer

Intermatic Inc., of Spring Grove, Ill.

Manufactured In

Mexico

What Should You Do?

Stop using this product immediately. Check if you purchased it and follow the remedy instructions — contact the manufacturer for a Repair. If you experienced an injury, report it to the CPSC SaferProducts.gov.

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