Milbank Manufacturing · Recalled
Single Meter Sockets Recalled by Milbank Manufacturing Due to Fire and Electrocution Hazards
A short may occur while in use due to an incorrect bridge installed in the product, to which the meter clips are attached. If the manufacturing defect exists, all metal parts of the meter could create a shock or burns can occur if the cover is off and the meter socket is energized.
- Units
- About 1,400
- Reports
- 3
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $70
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The single meter 200 amp/4 terminal sockets are used for underground utility meter installations. The meter socket is 20 3/4 inches high by 9 inches wide and 4 1/2 inches deep with 1 meter position. It is used by the approving utility to mount their electric meter to measure how much electricity a residence uses. It can be used for an underground residential application. The recalled model number 9090 appears on the right or left side of the installed meter socket. If not installed, model numbers U9090-O or R9090-O will appear on the label on the outside of the box.
The file
- Sold at
- Electrical supply distributors in N.Y., Pa., Vt. and Mass. and at local hardware stores in N.Y. from May 2009 through August 2009 for about $70.
- Product type
- Meter Boxes
- Made in
- United States
- Recalled by
- Milbank Manufacturing Co., of Kansas City, Mo.
Incident log
Three incidents have been reported of the unit shorting out. No injuries were reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and contact the electrical supply contractor who installed the sockets. Contractors will contact Milbank Manufacturing for a replacement or reimbursement. Milbank will contact all distributors and stores where the recalled product was sold.
For additional information, contact Milbank Manufacturing's Sales Engineer toll-free at (888) 537-0881 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.milbankmfg.com
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 OCT 15 2009; last revised MAY 23 2014.
