CPSC recall 02-227, announced August 14, 2002, covers BTU window air conditioners (about 2,100 units). Salty sea spray can cause the electrical capacitor within these units to corrode, posing a possible fire hazard. Consumers with one of these recalled air conditioners should call Carrier Guam, which will schedule a free inspection and repair visit. Recall contact: call (877) 467-3544.
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
These are 7,000 BTU window air conditioners with model number 77ZFA007101.
Which products are included?
These are 7,000 BTU window air conditioners with model number 77ZFA007101. The recalled air conditioners have a serial number within the following ranges: 4895Y10001 to 4895Y10300 2196Y10001 to 2196Y10300 3096Y12302 to 3096Y12700 4396Y00101 to 4396Y00500 1697Y20873 to 1697Y21072 2097Y21165 to 2097Y21464 2997Y20457 to 2997Y20656 The model and serial numbers are located on the top of the plastic evaporator scroll behind the unit's front plastic grill. "Carrier" is written on the front of these units.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Salty sea spray can cause the electrical capacitor within these units to corrode, posing a possible fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Carrier Guam has not received any reports of fires as a result of corrosion in these air conditioners.
Official remedy
Consumers with one of these recalled air conditioners should call Carrier Guam, which will schedule a free inspection and repair visit. Alternatively, consumers may elect to purchase a brand new unit at half price, to replace the old unit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- BTU window
- Manufacturer
- Carrier Guam, of Tamuning, Guam
- Product type
- Air conditioners
- Recall number
- 02-227
- Units
- About 2,100
- Sold at / sales period
- The Carrier Guam store in Tamuning, Guam, sold these air conditioners, from October 1995 through July 1997, for about $380.
BTU window air conditioners
CPSC product type: Air Conditioners
Recall contact information
Consumers may call Carrier Guam at (877) 467-3544 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Guam time, Monday through Friday.
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