CPSC2008-03-12
Ensto Control Oy Recalls Toggle and Rotary Switches Due to Electric Shock Hazards
Ensto Control Oy, of Finland
Hazard
When switched OFF, one electrical pole may remain energized, posing a risk of electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers who have installed switches can contact the firm for information on how to receive a free inspection and replacement switch. Consumers who have switches that are not installed can return them to Ensto Control Oy, c/o Kaltek Inc., 2310 Peachford Road, Atlanta, Georgia for a replacement switch.
Sold at
The recalled switches were sold through Ensto Control Oy to distributors, which in turn sold the switches to industrial OEMs. They were not sold in retail establishments or to consumers. The switches were sold for between $30 and $60.Nordstrom stores nationwide from November 2007 through December 2007 for about $50.
Affected count
About 19,000
Injuries reported
Ensto Control Oy has received 13 reports of the switches not functioning properly. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Finland
Products
Toggle Switches and Rotary Switches
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Ensto Control Oy toll-free at (866) 800-0690 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday ET or visit the firm's Web site at www.ensto.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Ensto-Control-Oy-Recalls-Toggle-and-Rotary-Switches-Due-to-Electric-Shock-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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