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CPSC, White Consolidated Industries Inc. Announce Recall of Air Conditioners

Reported: March 28, 2001 Initiated: March 28, 2001 #01116

Product Description

These are 240-volt air conditioners installed through the wall. They were sold under the following brands and model numbers: Frigidaire FAH096J2T1; White-Westinghouse WAH09EH2T1 and WAH096H2T1; Kenmore 253.79093990 and 253.70093000. The brand name is written on the front of the air conditioner under the control dial. The model number is written on a label inside the air conditioner, which can be viewed by lifting the filter in the front of the unit and reading the number through the slats.

Reason for Recall

These air conditioners can short circuit, posing a risk of fires, and shock and burn injuries to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these units, and contact the company to arrange for a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 17,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-White-Consolidated-Industries-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Air-Conditioners

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
These are 240-volt air conditioners installed through the wall. They were sold under the following brands and model numbers: Frigidaire FAH096J2T1; White-Westinghouse WAH09EH2T1 and WAH096H2T1; Kenmore 253.79093990 and 253.70093000. The brand name is written on the front of the air conditioner under the control dial. The model number is written on a label inside the air conditioner, which can be viewed by lifting the filter in the front of the unit and reading the number through the slats.. Recalled by White Consolidated Industries Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio. Units affected: About 17,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
These air conditioners can short circuit, posing a risk of fires, and shock and burn injuries to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using these units, and contact the company to arrange for a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 28, 2001. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 01116.

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