CPSC recall 04-044, announced December 2, 2003, covers Showerhead Hot Water Heaters (17,400 units). The showerhead hot water heaters are attached to the shower's water supply piping and connected to a household's electrical supply source when central hot water is not available. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should contact the retailer where the product was purchased or Barnett of the Caribbean for more information on returning the product for a refund. Recall contact: go to www.e-barnett.com.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
Showerhead heaters involved in the recall include model numbers 194310 and 192033. The model numbers are printed on the front of the unit. The heaters are packaged in a clear plastic bag with card, or in a printed box that reads, in part, "Sintex Super Ducha," "Sintex Electronic," and "Made in Brazil."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The showerhead hot water heaters are attached to the shower's water supply piping and connected to a household's electrical supply source when central hot water is not available. Undersized wiring prevents this unit from being suitable in wet locations, the rotary switch is not waterproof and the installation instructions fail to recommend an electrical junction box, but instead recommend tape. Another hazard is the plastic enclosure, which poses an electrocution and fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should contact the retailer where the product was purchased or Barnett of the Caribbean for more information on returning the product for a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Showerhead Hot
- Manufacturer
- Sintex of Brazil, distributed by Barnett of the Caribbean, of Bayamon, Puerto Rico
- Product type
- Water heaters
- Recall number
- 04-044
- Units
- 17,400
- Manufactured in
- Brazil
- Sold at / sales period
- Hardware stores and home improvement centers in Puerto Rico, from March 2001 through August 2003, for about $20.
Showerhead Hot Water Heaters
CPSC product type: Shower Items
Recall contact information
Call Barnett of the Caribbean toll-free at (800) 368- 0809 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.e-barnett.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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