CPSC recall 07-569, announced August 13, 2007, covers Junction Boxes Used with Water Heaters (about 2,800 units). Wiring connections within the junction box can become loose, posing an overheating and fire hazard. The notice cites 25 incident reports. Consumers should immediately contact Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative to schedule an appointment to have the switches re-wired at no cost. Recall contact: call (800) 824-5102, or go to www.eiec.coop.
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?
This recall involves junction boxes installed between the water heater and load management switch. The metal junction boxes measure about 4 inches by 4 inches and have no markings. The junction box contains wiring connections for water heaters.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Wiring connections within the junction box can become loose, posing an overheating and fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative has received 25 reports of overheating or melted wiring and wiring connectors. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately contact Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative to schedule an appointment to have the switches re-wired at no cost. Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative has contacted consumers with recalled junction boxes directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Junction Boxes Used with
- Product type
- Water heaters
- Recall number
- 07-569
- Units
- About 2,800
- Sold at / sales period
- Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative from June 1989 through late 2002.
- Distributor
- Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative, of Paxton, Ill.
Junction Boxes Used with Water Heaters
CPSC product type: Electrical Outlets & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, call Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative at (800) 824-5102 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.eiec.coop
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