CPSCRecalled Jan 12, 2011 · #11096
White-Rodgers Recalls Home Heating and Cooling Thermostats Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard
The programmable thermostats constantly charge the backup AA batteries used to power the thermostat's clock. This can cause the batteries to leak, resulting in a fire hazard.
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This recall involves all White-Rodgers programmable thermostats with model numbers 1F88-XXX and 1F85RF-275 and date codes beginning with 05, 06, 07, 08, 09 and 1001 through 1039. The model number is printed on the thermostat's front pull-down panel door. The date code is located inside the removable front cover. White-Rodgers and/or the utility company's name and logo are printed on the front of the thermostat. These thermostats were able to be controlled by power companies in homes that took part in energy demand reduction programs.
Product details
- Product
- Programmable thermostats
- Type
- Thermostats
- Manufacturer
- White-Rodgers of St. Louis, Mo.
- Model numbers
- 1F88-XXX, 1F85RF-275, 1001, 1039
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- More than 40 utility companies to consumers nationwide who took part in energy conservation programs and by various HVAC wholesalers for about $150.
- Made in
- China
What you should do
Consumers should immediately remove the two AA batteries from the thermostat and contact White-Rodgers for a free repair kit. If battery removal causes changes in furnace operation, contact White-Rodgers.