Packaged Terminal Air Conditioner/Heat Pump (PTAC) Units
CPSC Recall #08-602 — August 26, 2008
Product
Packaged Terminal Air Conditioner/Heat Pump (PTAC) Units
Description
The recall includes 5.0 kW Amana-brand, Comfort-Aire-brand and Century-brand PTAC units with model numbers PTxxx3x50xx (Amana) and EKTxxx-150x (Comfort-Aire and Century), and serial numbers 0702112056 through 0804237539. The model and serial numbers are located on the control board plate found under the PTAC unit's front cover.
Hazard
The PTAC's power cords can overheat, posing a burn or fire hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
Goodman has received nine reports of smoke or fire associated with the PTAC's power cords. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Goodman to receive a free replacement power cord. Commercial and institutional owners will be contacted directly and will install the power cord.
Units Affected
About 30,000
Sold At
Goodman and heating and cooling equipment dealers nationwide from February 2007 through June 2008 for between $700 and $1,000.
Manufacturer
Goodman Company L.P., of Houston, Texas
Manufactured In
United States