July 1, 2009
Intermatic Inc. is recalling about 240,000 in-wall electronic timers, models ST01 and EI600. When consumers try to replace the timers battery place a metal object through the battery tray slot, the object can reach internal metal contacts, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
The firm has received twelve reports of consumers receiving a minor shock while changing the timers battery.
This recall involves the Intermatic in-wall electronic timers with model numbers ST01, ST01C, ST01AC, ST01AC70, ST01C70, ST01CL, EI600C, EI600LAC, EI600LAC8, EI600WC, and EI600WC8. This product is a lamp and appliance timer and typically takes the place of a standard wall switch. The timer is white, off-white, or almond and measures 2 1/2 inches high by 1 3/4 inches wide. Model numbers can be found on the packaging and on the instruction.
In-Wall timers are included in this recall if (1) the brand name Intermatic is molded on the front of the timer cover door, (2) the timer has only four keypad buttons, and (3) there is no 3-digit date code (e.g. 04C) stamped on the inside of the timer cover door. Timers with a 3-digit date code (e.g. 04C) stamped on the inside of the timer cover door are not included in this recall.The timers, made in Mexico, were sold at retailers and electrical distributors nationwide from March 2007 through June 2009 for between $25 and $45.
Consumers should not attempt to change the in-wall timers battery until they receive the repair kit. Consumers should contact Intermatic to obtain a free repair kit with installation instructions.
For additional information, contact Intermatic toll-free at (877) 417-4316 anytime or on the firm's Web site -- .www.intermatic.com
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
