CPSC, Salton, Inc. Announce Recall of Timex Outdoor Appliance Timers
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2004-03-17 · 04092
Hazards
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.
Recall
Number
04092
Date
2004-03-17
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Timex Outdoor Appliance Timers
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Salton, Inc., of Lake Forest, Ill.
Retailer(s)
Selected Lowe's stores nationwide, from November 2003 through December 2003, for about $20 each.
Country of manufacture
China
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."