DS Waters of America Inc. Recalls Water Coolers for Fire Hazard
Recalled January 22, 2007 · CPSC recall 07522 · DS Waters
Hazard
A water leak inside the water cooler can create an electrical arc, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled water coolers, unplug them and call DS Waters for a replacement water cooler at no additional cost.
Units
About 8,700
Incidents / injuries
DS Waters has received 20 reports of the water cooler making either a crackling noise or catching on fire, including five reports of property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Description
The recall involves the Contact Hot and Cold Water Coolers with serial numbers beginning with the letter "J" and followed by nine digits. The serial number is located on the lower right-hand side of the serial plate. The model name - "Contact" - is written on the right-hand side of the serial plate.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled water coolers, unplug them and call DS Waters for a replacement water cooler at no additional cost.
Contact
For more information, call DS Waters at (800) 480-1434 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.water.com/ContactRecall
Product
Contact Hot and Cold Water Coolers
Distributed by
DS Waters of America Inc., of Atlanta, Ga.
Retailers
DS Waters distributed the recalled Contact Hot and Cold Water Coolers through direct sales nationwide from April 2004 to August 2006 for about $220.
Made in
Canada
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →