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CPSCRecalled Mar 28, 2001 · #01116

CPSC, White Consolidated Industries Inc. Announce Recall of Air Conditioners

Hazard

These air conditioners can short circuit, posing a risk of fires, and shock and burn injuries to consumers.

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Description

These are 240-volt air conditioners installed through the wall. They were sold under the following brands and model numbers: Frigidaire FAH096J2T1; White-Westinghouse WAH09EH2T1 and WAH096H2T1; Kenmore 253.79093990 and 253.70093000. The brand name is written on the front of the air conditioner under the control dial. The model number is written on a label inside the air conditioner, which can be viewed by lifting the filter in the front of the unit and reading the number through the slats.

Product details

Product
240-volt air conditioners
Type
Air Conditioners
Manufacturer
White Consolidated Industries Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio
Model numbers
FAH096J2T1, WAH09EH2T1, WAH096H2T1, 79093990, 70093000
UPCs
Sold at
Department, appliance, home and hardware stores, and independent contractors sold these air conditioners nationwide, from November 1998 through November 2000, for about $300.

What you should do

Consumers should stop using these units, and contact the company to arrange for a free repair.

View the official CPSC notice