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CPSC, Liebert Corp. Announce Recall of Cooling System

Date: 2000-11-08
Brand: Liebert Corp., of Columbus, Ohio
Category: Consumer Product
Injuries: 1
CPSC, Liebert Corp. Announce Recall of Cooling System - image 1

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.

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.

Remedy

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.

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