CPSC recall 01-116, announced March 28, 2001, covers White Consolidated Industries 240-volt air conditioners (about 17,000 units). These air conditioners can short circuit, posing a risk of fires, and shock and burn injuries to consumers. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using these units, and contact the company to arrange for a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 374-4432.
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
The model number is written on a label inside the air conditioner, which can be viewed by lifting the filter in the front of the unit and reading the number through the slats.
Which products are included?
These are 240-volt air conditioners installed through the wall. They were sold under the following brands and model numbers: Frigidaire FAH096J2T1; White-Westinghouse WAH09EH2T1 and WAH096H2T1; Kenmore 253.79093990 and 253.70093000. The brand name is written on the front of the air conditioner under the control dial. The model number is written on a label inside the air conditioner, which can be viewed by lifting the filter in the front of the unit and reading the number through the slats.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
These air conditioners can short circuit, posing a risk of fires, and shock and burn injuries to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
White Consolidated Industries Inc. has received one report of a fire because of a short circuit, resulting in $14,000 in damage. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these units, and contact the company to arrange for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- White Consolidated Industries
- Manufacturer
- White Consolidated Industries Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio
- Product type
- Air conditioners
- Recall number
- 01-116
- Units
- About 17,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Department, appliance, home and hardware stores, and independent contractors sold these air conditioners nationwide, from November 1998 through November 2000, for about $300.
240-volt air conditioners
CPSC product type: Air Conditioners
Recall contact information
Consumers may contact the company toll-free at (800) 374-4432 anytime.
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