CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The recalled timers can have a faulty ground connection, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • February 5, 2009

Intermatic Recalls Digital Timers Due to Shock Hazard

The recalled Intermatic DT17 heavy-duty digital timers are lamp and appliance timers. They were packaged as the "DT17C Heavy Duty Digital Timer" and the "DT17C8 Heavy Duty Digital Timer." The timer is white-colored and measures 3 3/8" tall x 2 5/8" wide x 1 5/8" deep. Only products with date codes of "40Z" through "52Z" or date codes ending in "A," "B" or "C" are included in the recall. The brand name "Intermatic" is molded on the front of the timer, and the model number ("DT17") and date code are printed on the back of the timer.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should unplug the timer immediately and contact Intermatic to obtain a free replacement, including shipping.

Contact Information

For additional information, call Intermatic at (800) 704-3595 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.intermatic.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Retailers and electrical distributors nationwide from September 2005 through December 2008 for between $15 and $25.
Injuries
None reported.
Manufacturer
Computime Ltd., of China
Recall Number
09119

Product Information

Product Name
Intermatic DT17 Heavy Duty Digital Timers
Product Type
Timers
Number of Units
About 200,000
Manufacturer Name
Computime Ltd., of China
Imported By
Intermatic Inc., of Spring Grove, Ill.
Manufactured In
China

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Full Contact Information

For additional information, call Intermatic at (800) 704-3595 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.intermatic.com