CPSC recall 05-011, announced October 13, 2004, covers Evaporative Cooler Pumps (about 150,000 units). The motor caps on the cooler pumps are not made with flame-retardant material and an internal electrical failure can ignite the cap, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The notice cites 26 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the pump immediately and contact Little Giant to receive a replacement cap and instructions free of charge. Recall contact: call (888) 271-1369.
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.
UPC or product codes
010121400054The recalled units have a light blue motor cap and include the following model and item numbers, which can be found on a label on the motor cap Model # Item # CP1 - 115 540005 CP1 - 230 540015 CP2 - 115 541005 CP2 - 230 541015 CP3 - 115 542005 CP3 - 230 542015 Units with beige motor caps are not included in this recall.
Which products are included?
The recalled pumps circulate water in evaporative coolers which cool the air in a room or building through the evaporation of water. The recalled units have a light blue motor cap and include the following model and item numbers, which can be found on a label on the motor cap Model # Item # CP1 - 115 540005 CP1 - 230 540015 CP2 - 115 541005 CP2 - 230 541015 CP3 - 115 542005 CP3 - 230 542015 Units with beige motor caps are not included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The motor caps on the cooler pumps are not made with flame-retardant material and an internal electrical failure can ignite the cap, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 26 reports of pump fires, with two incidents involving property damage.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the pump immediately and contact Little Giant to receive a replacement cap and instructions free of charge.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Little Giant Pump Company, Oklahoma City, OK
- Manufacturer
- Little Giant Pump Company, Oklahoma City, OK
- Product type
- Air conditioners
- Recall number
- 05-011
- Units
- About 150,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Industrial/HVAC distributors and hardware stores sold the pumps from February 2003 through August 2004 for between $35 and $85.
Evaporative Cooler Pumps
CPSC product type: Air Conditioners
Recall contact information
Contact the company toll-free at (888) 271-1369 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday and between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. CT on Saturday.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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