CPSC2001-03-28
CPSC, White Consolidated Industries Inc. Announce Recall of Air Conditioners
White Consolidated Industries Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio
Hazard
These air conditioners can short circuit, posing a risk of fires, and shock and burn injuries to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these units, and contact the company to arrange for a free repair.
Sold at
Department, appliance, home and hardware stores, and independent contractors sold these air conditioners nationwide, from November 1998 through November 2000, for about $300.
Affected count
About 17,000
Injuries reported
White Consolidated Industries Inc. has received one report of a fire because of a short circuit, resulting in $14,000 in damage. No injuries have been reported.
Products
240-volt air conditioners
Consumer contact
Consumers may contact the company toll-free at (800) 374-4432 anytime.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-White-Consolidated-Industries-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Air-ConditionersDon't want to check this manually?
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