Intermatic · Recalled
Intermatic Recalls Digital Timers Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
The recalled timers could have been wired incorrectly, which poses an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
- Units
- 8500
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $15–$25
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves the Intermatic DT27 digital self-adjusting timer with a date code of "04B." This product is a lamp and appliance timer and is packaged as either the "DT27C Heavy Duty Digital Timer" or the "DT27CL Time All® Digital Lamp and Appliance Self-Adjusting Timer." The timer is white with a rounded top, and measures 3 7/8" tall by 2 3/4" wide by 1 5/8" deep. The brand name "Intermatic" is molded on the front of the timer, and the model number ("DT27") and date code ("04B") are printed on the back of the timer.
The file
- Sold at
- Retailers nationwide, including Home Depot and Lowe's, from February 2007 through December 2007 for between $15 and $25.
- Product type
- Timers
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Ewig Industries Macao Commercial Offshore Ltd., of Macau, China, Intermatic Inc., of Spring Grove, Ill.
Incident log
None reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled timer immediately and unplug before checking the model number and date code. Consumers should contact Intermatic to return the timer and obtain a free replacement.
For additional information, or to request a prepaid shipping label, call Intermatic at (815) 675-7000 anytime or visit the company's Web site at http://www.intermatic.com/customer%20service.aspx
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated JAN 09 2008; last revised MAY 23 2014.
