Intermatic Recalls Digital Timers Due to Shock Hazard
Intermatic Recalls Digital Timers Due to Shock Hazard
Recalling Firm: Computime Ltd., of China
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The recalled timers can have a faulty ground connection, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Product Description & Identification
The recalled Intermatic DT17 heavy-duty digital timers are lamp and appliance timers. They were packaged as the "DT17C Heavy Duty Digital Timer" and the "DT17C8 Heavy Duty Digital Timer." The timer is white-colored and measures 3 3/8" tall x 2 5/8" wide x 1 5/8" deep. Only products with date codes of "40Z" through "52Z" or date codes ending in "A," "B" or "C" are included in the recall. The brand name "Intermatic" is molded on the front of the timer, and the model number ("DT17") and date code are printed on the back of the timer.
Affected Products
Intermatic DT17 Heavy Duty Digital Timers
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Intermatic-Recalls-Digital-Timers-Due-to-Shock-Hazard |
| Title | Intermatic Recalls Digital Timers Due to Shock Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/56491d60711e4347ba1d851bca3a0e11.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Heavy Duty Digital Timer |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/d034624f3f3d4961b9a19fda2e628fca.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Heavy Duty Digital Timer |
| Hazards › Name | The recalled timers can have a faulty ground connection, posing a shock hazard to consumers. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported. |
| Products › Name | Intermatic DT17 Heavy Duty Digital Timers |
| Products › Type | Timers |
| Products › Category I D | 2174 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 200,000 |
| Recall I D | 5129 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should unplug the timer immediately and contact Intermatic to obtain a free replacement, including shipping. |
| Importers › Name | Intermatic Inc., of Spring Grove, Ill. |
| Retailers › Name | Retailers and electrical distributors nationwide from September 2005 through December 2008 for between $15 and $25. |
| Recall Date | 2009-02-05T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled Intermatic DT17 heavy-duty digital timers are lamp and appliance timers. They were packaged as the "DT17C Heavy Duty Digital Timer" and the "DT17C8 Heavy Duty Digital Timer." The timer is white-colored and measures 3 3/8" tall x 2 5/8" wide x 1 5/8" deep. Only products with date codes of "40Z" through "52Z" or date codes ending in "A," "B" or "C" are included in the recall. The brand name "Intermatic" is molded on the front of the timer, and the model number ("DT17") and date code are printed on the back of the timer. |
| Recall Number | 09119 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Computime Ltd., of China |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, call Intermatic at (800) 704-3595 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.intermatic.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
Check Other Products In Your Household
Free Safety ToolsSafety recalls are issued daily across foods, medications, vehicles, and electronics. Use our instant tools to check your home for active safety warnings:
Overview
- Recalling FirmComputime Ltd., of China
📢 Share Warning
Alert family and friends to keep them safe. Copy this quick alert message:
🚨 SAFETY ALERT: Computime Ltd., of China - Intermatic Recalls Digital Timers Due to Shock Hazard Check if your household is affected: https://therecallfile.com/recalls/intermatic-recalls-digital-timers-due-to-shock-hazard/CPSC-09119
Join Alertlist
Get instant email updates whenever critical safety recalls like this are published.
Support The Recall File
Help keep official recall alerts free, accessible, and fast for everyone.