Franklin Electric · Recalled
Motor Controllers for Submersible Pump Systems Recalled by Franklin Electric Due to Shock Hazard
The product label can lose adhesion, exposing the circuitry. This could pose a shock hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 38,000
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $245
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves the Pumptec electronic motor controller for 115v/230v submersible motors rated 1/3 to 1 1/2 HP with model number 5800020600 and date codes of 06F45 through 09L45. The model number and date code can be found on the nameplate label located on the right-hand side of the enclosure.
The file
- Sold at
- Dealers nationwide from June 2006 through November 2009 for about $245.
- Product type
- Sump Pumps
- Made in
- United States
- Recalled by
- Franklin Electric Co., of Bluffton, Ind.
Incident log
None reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should not touch areas of the units that are exposed due to label curling or peeling, and should immediately contact their dealer for a free replacement cover.
For additional information, contact Franklin Electric toll-free at (866) 841-6039 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET daily or visit the firm's Web site at www.franklin-electric.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 FEB 18 2010; last revised MAY 23 2014.