Recall #07-567 · Published August 3, 2007
Stand-alone CleanEffects and AccuClean Air Filtration Systems
CPSC published a recall notice for Stand-alone CleanEffects and AccuClean Air Filtration Systems from Trane on August 3, 2007. CPSC identifies this hazard: Electrical arcing inside the collection cells can cause the collection cell material to overheat or ignite, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers with an air handler unit should stop using the recalled systems immediately. To turn off the system, push and hold the round power button on the front of the air cleaner door for about three seconds until the LED panel illuminates. Release the power button. The LED panel will remain lit for about 15 seconds and then go out. Affected consumers will be notified directly about receiving a free replacement collection cell.
Why it was recalled
Electrical arcing inside the collection cells can cause the collection cell material to overheat or ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers with an air handler unit should stop using the recalled systems immediately. To turn off the system, push and hold the round power button on the front of the air cleaner door for about three seconds until the LED panel illuminates. Release the power button. The LED panel will remain lit for about 15 seconds and then go out. Affected consumers will be notified directly about receiving a free replacement collection cell.
- Brand
- Trane
- Recall published
- August 3, 2007
- Units
- About 135,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Trane and American Standard independent dealers nationwide from December 2005 through June 2007 for about $1,400 (installed).