Ensto Control Oy Recalls Toggle and Rotary Switches Due to Electric Shock Hazards
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2008-03-12 · 08218
Hazards
When switched OFF, one electrical pole may remain energized, posing a risk of electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
08218
Date
2008-03-12
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Toggle Switches and Rotary Switches
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Ensto Control Oy, of Finland
Retailer(s)
The recalled switches were sold through Ensto Control Oy to distributors, which in turn sold the switches to industrial OEMs. They were not sold in retail establishments or to consumers. The switches were sold for between $30 and $60.Nordstrom stores nationwide from November 2007 through December 2007 for about $50.
Importer(s)
Disconnects of Florida Corp., of Tampa, Fla.
Country of manufacture
Finland
Description
The recalled toggle and rotary switches are manual motor controller switches or disconnect switches. The switches are typically used with HVAC units, electric distribution and control panels and industrial uses. Primarily the switches are used commercially, however they may also be found in residential applications. The switches were sold under the brand name Ensto Control Oy with a four-digit manufacturing week date code stamped on the bottom of each switch. The code indicates the week and year of manufacture. Product codes ranging from 0107 through 5007 are included in the recall. The model numbers are located on labels attached on the upper part of the plastic switch housing. The following model numbers are included in the recall: KK17.3 KK17.963 KK17.980 KK19.3 KK19.963 KK19.980 KKCSU3.60JDR/U KSR3.100 KSR3.100/U KSR3.1001/U KSR31002/U KSR3.125/U KSR3.1251/U KSR3.63 KSR3.80 KSR3.80/U KSR3.801/U KSR3.802/U KST3.100U KST3.63 KST3.80 KST3.80/U