CPSC2010-11-19
Motorized Awnings Recalled by Somfy Systems Due to Shock Hazard
Somfy Systems Inc., of Dayton, N.J.
Hazard
The awning motor's power cable can be severed while the awning is opened or closed manually, posing a risk of electrical shock to the user.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using recalled awning motors and the awning's manual crank and unplug and/or pull the circuit breaker to protect against anyone using the awning. Contact Somfy Systems to receive free installation of a replacement awning motor.
Sold at
Awning dealers and retailers nationwide from December 2009 through September 2010.
Affected count
About 4,600
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
France
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Motorized Awnings
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Somfy Systems at (800) 637-6639 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.somfysystems.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Motorized-Awnings-Recalled-by-Somfy-Systems-Due-to-Shock-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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