March
28, 2001
White
Consolidated Industries Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling
about 17,000 air conditioners. These air conditioners can short circuit posing
a risk of fires, and shock and burn injuries to consumers. White Consolidated
Industries Inc. has received one report of a fire because of a short circuit
resulting in $14,000 in damage. No injuries have been reported.
These are 240 volt air conditioners installed through the wall. They were sold
under the following brands and model numbers: Frigidaire FAH096J2T1;
White-Westinghouse WAH09EH2T1 and WAH096H2T1; Kenmore 253.79093990 and
253.70093000. The brand name is written on the front of the air conditioner
under the control dial. The model number is written on a label inside the air
conditioner, which can be viewed by lifting the filter in the front of the unit
and reading the number through the slats. Department, appliance, home and
hardware stores, and independent contractors sold these air conditioners
nationwide from November 1998 through November 2000 for about $300.
Consumers should stop using these units, and contact the company toll- free
at (866) 897-5612 anytime to arrange for a free repair.