CPSCAugust 13, 2007

Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative Recalls Junction

Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative Recalls Junction Boxes for Fire Hazard

Why was Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative Recalls Junction recalled?

Wiring connections within the junction box can become loose, posing an overheating and fire hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately contact Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative to schedule an appointment to have the switches re-wired at no cost. Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative has contacted consumers with recalled junction boxes directly. Contact: For additional information, call Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative at (800) 824-5102 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.eiec.coop

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Junction Boxes Used with Water Heaters
Company
Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative, of Paxton, Ill.
Quantity
About 2,800
Sold at
Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative from June 1989 through late 2002.
Recall date
August 13, 2007
Incidents / injuries
Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative has received 25 reports of overheating or melted wiring and wiring connectors. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves junction boxes installed between the water heater and load management switch. The metal junction boxes measure about 4 inches by 4 inches and have no markings. The junction box contains wiring connections for water heaters.

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