March 17, 2004
Name
of product:
Timex Outdoor Appliance Timers
Units: 16,700
Manufacturer: Salton, Inc., of Lake Forest, Ill.
Hazard: The Timex timers have reverse polarity in the wiring, which
allows current to flow to the attached appliance when the timer is turned off.
Consumers can receive an electric shock.
Description: The timer is designed to be mounted on a wall and plugged
into a 120V outlet. It has an outlet on the underside for the appliance plug.
Consumers can program the device to turn lights and appliances on or off at
desired intervals. The word “Timex” is printed on the front door of the timer
and on the dial inside. A label on the back includes the words “Model Number:
12/810.”
Sold at: Selected Lowe's stores nationwide from November 2003 through
December 2003 for about $20 each.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should contact Salton to receive a prepaid shipping
label to return the recalled timer. Salton will send the consumer a replacement
timer.
Consumer Contact: Call Salton toll free at (800) 919-3101 between 7:30
a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email Salton at
salton@saltonusa.com