Official recall notice
CPSC, Liebert Corp. Announce Recall of Cooling System
- Recall date
- 2000-11-08
- Category
- Consumer Product
- Units affected
- 1,500
Why it was recalled
Hazard
An electric heating element inside the system, that is used primarily in the dehumidification process, can short circuit and produce sparks, posing a smoke and fire risk.
Recommended action
What to do
For more information about the recall, contact Liebert Corp. for instructions on disconnecting the reheat assembly. Liebert Corp. will install and replace the heating element. Liebert Corp. sent recall notices to known purchasers.
Product description
The environmental control units are used as a cooling system in computer rooms. The recalled units are 277 volts and 1.5, 2 and 3 tons with electric reheat. The units are mounted in the ceiling and use ducts or special distribution grills to distribute the air.
Reported incidents
No injuries have been reported.