CPSC, Siemens Energy & Automation Inc. Announce Recall of GFCI Circuit Breakers Used with Hot Tubs and Spa
The 2-pole GFCI circuit breakers involved in this recall carry the Siemens or Murray brand name. They are typically used with hot tubs and spas to prevent shock or electrocution. The face of the black plastic units have a large, white button with the word "TEST" molded into it. The circuit breaker's rating is printed in white at each end of the handle's horizontal bar. A product identification sticker is affixed to the face of each unit near the "TEST" button. The word "Siemens" or "Murray" will be found at the top of the sticker, and the phrase "2 Pole Unit" is printed on the bottom of the sticker. Only 2-pole units are being recalled.
- Agency
- CPSC
- Recall date
- Oct 7, 1998
- Status
- Active
- Company
- Siemens Energy & Automation Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga.
1. What product was recalled?
2-pole ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) circuit breakers
Quantity: About 144,000
- RECALL-NUMBER
- 99005
2. Is my exact product affected?
Compare every printed identifier. A matching value can indicate that your product is included.
3. What is the hazard?
These GFCI circuit breakers could overheat and lose their ability to prevent injury or death.
4. What should I do now?
Consumers should switch the recalled GFCI circuit breaker to the "off" position immediately to disconnect the power supply. Consumers should call Siemens to arrange to have qualified personnel replace the breakers at no charge to the consumer. Consumers should not attempt to remove the GFCI circuit breaker because high voltage can cause death or serious injury. Consumers should not use their hot tubs and spas until a replacement breaker has been installed.. Consumers may call Siemens at (800) 756-6996 between 7 a.m. and 12 midnight EST Monday through Friday or between 9 a.m. and 10 p.m. EST Saturday and Sunday.
5. Where was it sold or distributed?
See the official CPSC notice for retailer and distribution details.
6. Were injuries or illnesses reported?
Siemens is not aware of any injuries involving these circuit breakers. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
7. What remedy is available?
Consumers should switch the recalled GFCI circuit breaker to the "off" position immediately to disconnect the power supply. Consumers should call Siemens to arrange to have qualified personnel replace the breakers at no charge to the consumer. Consumers should not attempt to remove the GFCI circuit breaker because high voltage can cause death or serious injury. Consumers should not use their hot tubs and spas until a replacement breaker has been installed.. Consumers may call Siemens at (800) 756-6996 between 7 a.m. and 12 midnight EST Monday through Friday or between 9 a.m. and 10 p.m. EST Saturday and Sunday.
8. Is the recall active or closed?
The source status is Active. The Recall Guy's urgency label is urgent, which is a separate deterministic site label.
9. When was the information checked?
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10. Where is the official source?
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