CPSC recall 11-096, announced January 12, 2011, covers White-Rodgers Programmable thermostats (about 180,000 units). The programmable thermostats constantly charge the backup AA batteries used to power the thermostat's clock. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should immediately remove the two AA batteries from the thermostat and contact White-Rodgers for a free repair kit. Recall contact: call (888) 624-1901, or go to www.regcen.com/Thermostat.
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
The model number is printed on the thermostat's front pull-down panel door.
Which products are included?
This recall involves all White-Rodgers programmable thermostats with model numbers 1F88-XXX and 1F85RF-275 and date codes beginning with 05, 06, 07, 08, 09 and 1001 through 1039. The model number is printed on the thermostat's front pull-down panel door. The date code is located inside the removable front cover. White-Rodgers and/or the utility company's name and logo are printed on the front of the thermostat. These thermostats were able to be controlled by power companies in homes that took part in energy demand reduction programs.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The programmable thermostats constantly charge the backup AA batteries used to power the thermostat's clock. This can cause the batteries to leak, resulting in a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The firm is aware of three incidents involving minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the two AA batteries from the thermostat and contact White-Rodgers for a free repair kit. If battery removal causes changes in furnace operation, contact White-Rodgers.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- White-Rodgers
- Manufacturer
- White-Rodgers of St. Louis, Mo.
- Recall number
- 11-096
- Units
- About 180,000 in the United States and 8,300 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- More than 40 utility companies to consumers nationwide who took part in energy conservation programs and by various HVAC wholesalers for about $150.
Programmable thermostats
CPSC product type: Thermostats
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact White-Rodgers toll-free at (888) 624-1901 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.regcen.com/Thermostat
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