CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
A water leak inside the water cooler can create an electrical arc, posing a fire hazard.
DS Waters of America Inc. Recalls Water Coolers for Fire Hazard
The recall involves the Contact Hot and Cold Water Coolers with serial numbers beginning with the letter "J" and followed by nine digits. The serial number is located on the lower right-hand side of the serial plate. The model name - "Contact" - is written on the right-hand side of the serial plate.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using the recalled water coolers, unplug them and call DS Waters for a replacement water cooler at no additional cost.
Contact Information
For more information, call DS Waters at (800) 480-1434 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.water.com/ContactRecall
Recall Details
Sold At
DS Waters distributed the recalled Contact Hot and Cold Water Coolers through direct sales nationwide from April 2004 to August 2006 for about $220.
Injuries
DS Waters has received 20 reports of the water cooler making either a crackling noise or catching on fire, including five reports of property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Recall Number
07522
Product Information
Product Name
Contact Hot and Cold Water Coolers
Product Type
Water Distillers/Coolers/Purifiers
Number of Units
About 8,700
Distributed By
DS Waters of America Inc., of Atlanta, Ga.
Manufactured In
Canada