CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

When consumers trying to replace the timer's battery place a metal object through the battery tray slot, the object can reach internal metal contacts, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • July 1, 2009

Intermatic Recalls In-Wall Timers Due to Shock Hazard

This recall involves the Intermatic in-wall electronic timers with model numbers ST01, ST01C, ST01AC, ST01AC70, ST01C70, ST01CL, EI600C, EI600LAC, EI600LAC8, EI600WC, and EI600WC8. This product is a lamp and appliance timer and typically takes the place of a standard wall switch. The timer is white, off-white, or almond and measures 2 1/2 inches high by 1 3/4 inches wide. Model numbers can be found on the packaging and on the instruction. In-Wall timers are included in this recall if (1) the brand name "Intermatic" is molded on the front of the timer cover door, (2) the timer has only four keypad buttons, and (3) there is no 3-digit date code (e.g. "04C") stamped on the inside of the timer cover door. Timers with a 3-digit date code (e.g. "04C") stamped on the inside of the timer cover door are not included in this recall.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should not attempt to change the in-wall timer's battery until they receive the repair kit. Consumers should contact Intermatic to obtain a free repair kit with installation instructions.

Contact Information

For additional information, call Intermatic toll-free at (877) 417-4316 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.intermatic.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Retailers and electrical distributors nationwide from March 2007 through June 2009 for between $25 and $45.
Injuries
The firm has received twelve reports of consumers receiving a minor shock while changing the timer's battery.
Manufacturer
Intermatic Inc., of Spring Grove, Ill.
Recall Number
09259

Product Information

Product Name
Intermatic Model ST01 and EI600 In-wall Electronic Timers
Product Type
Timers
Number of Units
About 240,000
Manufacturer Name
Intermatic Inc., of Spring Grove, Ill.
Manufactured In
Mexico

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For additional information, call Intermatic toll-free at (877) 417-4316 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.intermatic.com