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CPSCRecalled Mar 17, 2004 · #04092

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

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.

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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."

Product details

Product
Timex Outdoor Appliance Timers
Type
Timers
Manufacturer
Salton, Inc., of Lake Forest, Ill.
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Selected Lowe's stores nationwide, from November 2003 through December 2003, for about $20 each.
Made in
China

What you should do

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

View the official CPSC notice