Heating System Thermostats Recalled by OJ Electronics Due to Shock Hazard
USHeating System Thermostats Recalled by OJ Electronics Due to Shock Hazard
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The recalled thermostat's floor sensor or its cable can be damaged from cutting, drilling, or nailing. This poses a risk of electric shock to consumers if the power supply is not disconnected.
Product Description & Identification
The recall involves thermostats that have a built-in GFCI and are designed for use in under-floor heating systems. Thermostats included in the recall are connected to 208-Volt or 240-Volt power supplies (120V units are not included in the recall). They were sold under the brand names of Canisol, Danfoss, Elektra, Momento, OJ Microline, Raychem, Thermosoft, Warmly Yours and Warmup. The brand name is located on the front of the thermostat.
Affected Products
208-Volt and 240-Volt Thermostats
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Heating-System-Thermostats-Recalled-by-OJ-Electronics-Due-to-Shock-Hazard |
| Title | Heating System Thermostats Recalled by OJ Electronics Due to Shock Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/ccee52fe46db449286a1e7841250d390.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Thermostat |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/9d233a6606074832bc9f5694e10e3b8a.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Location of Brand Name |
| Hazards › Name | The recalled thermostat's floor sensor or its cable can be damaged from cutting, drilling, or nailing. This poses a risk of electric shock to consumers if the power supply is not disconnected. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported. |
| Products › Name | 208-Volt and 240-Volt Thermostats |
| Products › Type | Thermostats/Thermometers/Sensors |
| Products › Category I D | 2171 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 30,000 |
| Recall I D | 5370 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should not cut, drill or nail into the heated floor, and contact the manufacturer to arrange for a free in-home repair. |
| Importers › Name | OJ Electronics, of Chicago, Ill. |
| Retailers › Name | Various home improvement stores, tile shops and other retail shops nationwide from January 2004 through December 2008 for between $150 and $200. |
| Recall Date | 2009-07-21T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recall involves thermostats that have a built-in GFCI and are designed for use in under-floor heating systems. Thermostats included in the recall are connected to 208-Volt or 240-Volt power supplies (120V units are not included in the recall). They were sold under the brand names of Canisol, Danfoss, Elektra, Momento, OJ Microline, Raychem, Thermosoft, Warmly Yours and Warmup. The brand name is located on the front of the thermostat. |
| Recall Number | 09282 |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact OJ Electronics at (847) 729-5697 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.ojelectronics.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Denmark |
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