CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The showerhead hot water heaters are attached to the shower's water supply piping and connected to a household's electrical supply source when central hot water is not available. Undersized wiring prevents this unit from being suitable in wet locations, the rotary switch is not waterproof and the installation instructions fail to recommend an electrical junction box, but instead recommend tape. Another hazard is the plastic enclosure, which poses an electrocution and fire hazard.
CPSC, Barnett of the Caribbean Announce Recall of Showerhead Hot Water Heaters
Showerhead heaters involved in the recall include model numbers 194310 and 192033. The model numbers are printed on the front of the unit. The heaters are packaged in a clear plastic bag with card, or in a printed box that reads, in part, "Sintex Super Ducha," "Sintex Electronic," and "Made in Brazil."
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should contact the retailer where the product was purchased or Barnett of the Caribbean for more information on returning the product for a refund.
Contact Information
Call Barnett of the Caribbean toll-free at (800) 368- 0809 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.e-barnett.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Hardware stores and home improvement centers in Puerto Rico, from March 2001 through August 2003, for about $20.
Injuries
None reported.
Manufacturer
Sintex of Brazil, distributed by Barnett of the Caribbean, of Bayamon, Puerto Rico
Recall Number
04044
Product Information
Product Name
Showerhead Hot Water Heaters
Product Type
Shower Items
Number of Units
17,400
Manufacturer Name
Sintex of Brazil, distributed by Barnett of the Caribbean, of Bayamon, Puerto Rico
Manufactured In
Brazil