Barnett of the Caribbean Announce of Showerhead Hot Water Heaters
Showerhead Hot Water Heaters
Date of Recall
2003-12-02CPSC Release Number
04-044Manufactured In
Brazil.Company Phone Number
(800) 368-0809Units
17,400Manufacturer
Sintex of Brazil, distributed by Barnett of the Caribbean, of Bayamon, Puerto RicoSold By
Hardware stores and home improvement centers in Puerto Rico from March 2001 through August 2003 for about $20.Problem/Hazard
The showerhead hot water heaters are attached to the shower's water supply piping and connected to a household's electrical supply source when central hot water is not available. Undersized wiring prevents this unit from being suitable in wet locations, the rotary switch is not waterproof and the installation instructions fail to recommend an electrical junction box, but instead recommends tape. Another hazard is the plastic enclosure which poses an electrocution and fire hazard.Injuries/Incidents
None reported.Description
Showerhead heaters involved in the recall include model numbers 194310 and 192033. The model numbers are printed on the front of the unit. The heaters are packaged in a clear, plastic bag with card, or in a printed box that reads in part, "Sintex Super Ducha," "Sintex Electronic," and "Made in Brazil."Remedy
Consumers should contact the retailer where the product was purchased or Barnett of the Caribbean for more information on returning the product for a refund.Consumer Contact
Call Barnett of the Caribbean toll-free at (800) 368- 0809 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.e-barnett.comAssociated Images
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