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Kidde Recalls Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms; Can Fail to Warn of a Fire

  • Recalled Smoke Alarm with location of model number and date of manufacture
Name of Product:
Kidde Model PI2000 Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms
Hazard:

An electrostatic discharge can damage the unit, causing it not to warn consumers of a fire.

Remedy:
Replace
Recall Date:
July 09, 2009
Units:

About 94,000

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Kidde toll-free at (877) 524-2086 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kidde.com.

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves Kidde dual sensor smoke alarms model PI2000. The alarms can be identified by two buttons, "HUSH" and "PUSH AND HOLD TO TEST WEEKLY," which are located on the front/center of the alarm. The model number and date code are on the back of the smoke alarm. Only date codes 2008 Aug.01 through 2009 May 04 are included in this recall.

Remedy:

Consumers should contact Kidde immediately to receive a free replacement smoke alarm.

Incidents/Injuries:

The firm has received two reported incidents of smoke alarm malfunctions involving electrostatic discharge during installation. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:
Retail, department, and hardware stores and through electrical distributors nationwide from August 2008 through May 2009 for between $30 and $40.
Manufacturer(s):
Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc., of Mebane, N.C.
Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
09-266

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