CPSC2009-10-15
Single Meter Sockets Recalled by Milbank Manufacturing Due to Fire and Electrocution Hazards
Milbank Manufacturing Co., of Kansas City, Mo.
Hazard
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.
Remedy
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.
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.
Affected count
About 1,400
Injuries reported
Three incidents have been reported of the unit shorting out. No injuries were reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Single Meter Sockets
Consumer contact
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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Single-Meter-Sockets-Recalled-by-Milbank-Manufacturing-Due-to-Fire-and-Electrocution-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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