Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
Consumers can identify whether the sump pumps battery charger is being recalled by checking the sump pump system model number.
Which products are included?
The recalled battery chargers are used in the "Flotec" and "Sears" back-up sump pump systems. The sump pump system is used to remove water from homes that have basements. This recall involves the charger only, not the sump pump. Consumers can identify whether the sump pumps battery charger is being recalled by checking the sump pump system model number. The Flotec system is model number FP2000DCC-02 or 2P667B and the Sears system is model number 390.306062. The brand name and model number can be found on the pump model plate located on the pump. The part number on the charger is PS17-77 and can be found below the meter on the charger. Sta-Rite will help consumers determine if the battery charger is part of this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The battery chargers can overheat and ignite, melting the charger housing and posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Sta-Rite has received seven reports of battery chargers overheating or catching fire. Four incidents have involved smoke or fire damage to homes, confined to the immediate area of the charger. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the sump pumps with the recalled battery charger immediately.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Sta-Rite Industries
- Manufacturer
- Sta-Rite Industries Inc., of Delavan, Wis.
- Product type
- Battery chargers
- Recall number
- 00-100
- Units
- About 29,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Large and small home centers, auto parts and plumbing supply stores, including Sears, W.W. Grainger, Advanced Auto Parts, Home Quarters, Home Depot, and Hechinger sold the sump pump systems nationwide, from December 1994 through September 1997, for about $200. The battery chargers also were sold as a replacement part for the sump pump systems for about $130.
Battery chargers used in "Flotec" and "Sears" back-up sump pump systems
CPSC product type: Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
Recall contact information
Consumers can receive a free replacement battery charger by calling for assistance at (262) 728-5551.
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