CPSC recall 07-062, announced December 15, 2006, covers Square D General Duty Safety Switches (about 27,600 units). The safety switch can continue to supply electricity even after being placed in the "OFF" position. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should return the uninstalled safety switches to the retailer or distributor where purchased for a free replacement unit. Recall contact: call (877) 202-9046, or go to www.us.squared.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.
The recalled switches have the following date codes and catalog number printed on bottom of the wiring label inside the front cover or on bottom of the package label.
Which products are included?
The recall includes General Duty 30- and 60-ampere, 240-volt, 1-phase and 3-phase NEMA 3R safety switches. The switches are typically used to control the flow of electricity to outdoor motorized units that are hardwired to a household or business electrical system such as outdoor air conditioning and heating (HVAC) equipment. The switches contain "ON" and "OFF" positions. The "OFF" position is designed to cut the flow of electricity to an outdoor motorized unit to protect the person who is servicing the unit. The recalled switches have the following date codes and catalog number printed on bottom of the wiring label inside the front cover or on bottom of the package label. Date Codes 06371 through 06446 Catalog Numbers D211NRB D211NRBBP D211NRBCP D221NRB D221NRBCP D321NRB D321NRBCP DU221RB DU222RB DU321RB DU322RB
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The safety switch can continue to supply electricity even after being placed in the "OFF" position. This poses the risk of an electric shock or electrocution hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should return the uninstalled safety switches to the retailer or distributor where purchased for a free replacement unit. Installed safety switches will be replaced free of charge by contacting the firm.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Square D
- Manufacturer
- Square D Co., of Palatine, Ill.
- Recall number
- 07-062
- Units
- About 27,600
- Manufactured in
- Mexico
- Sold at / sales period
- Electrical distributors and retailers from September 2006 through November 2006 for between $120 and $300.
General Duty Safety Switches
CPSC product type: Switches
Recall contact information
Contact Square D toll-free at (877) 202-9046 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.us.squared.com
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