CPSC, Salton, Inc. Announce Recall of Timex Outdoor Appliance Timers

Recalled March 17, 2004 · CPSC recall 04092 · Salton

Hazard

The Timex timers have reverse polarity in the wiring, which allows current to flow to the attached appliance when the timer is turned off. Consumers can receive an electric shock.

Remedy

Consumers should contact Salton to receive a prepaid shipping label, to returnn the recalled timer. Salton will send the consumer a replacement timer.

Units

16,700

Incidents / injuries

One incident has been reported, where the consumer received an electrical shock.

Description

The timer is designed to be mounted on a wall and plugged into a 120V outlet. It has an outlet on the underside for the appliance plug. Consumers can program the device to turn lights and appliances on or off at desired intervals. The word "Timex" is printed on the front door of the timer and on the dial inside. A label on the back includes the words "Model Number: 12/810."

What to do

Consumers should contact Salton to receive a prepaid shipping label, to returnn the recalled timer. Salton will send the consumer a replacement timer.

Contact

Call Salton toll free at (800) 919-3101 between 7:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email Salton at [email protected]

Product

Timex Outdoor Appliance Timers

Manufacturer(s)

Salton, Inc., of Lake Forest, Ill.

Retailers

Selected Lowe's stores nationwide, from November 2003 through December 2003, for about $20 each.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →