White-Rodgers Recalls Thermostats Due to Fire Hazard
Consumer Contact:
White-Rodgers toll-free at 888-847-8742 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.white-rodgers.com and click on “Emerson Branded Sensi Recall” at the lower left corner of the homepage for more information.
Recall Details
In Conjunction With:
Description:
This recall involves Emerson branded SensiWiFi thermostats with “Emerson” printed on the front
and a date code from 1416 to 1536 on the back. The date code represents the manufacture date
from the 16th week of 2014 through the 36th week of 2015. The thermostats are white with an
LCD screen. There are three buttons below the thermostat screen. Up and down arrow and
Menu buttons are located to the right of the screen. Recalled thermostats have
model numbers 1F86U-42WF or UP500W. A product label containing model number
and date code information is located on the back of the thermostat.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately check their Sensi thermostat to determine
if “Emerson” is printed on the front with a date code from 1416 to 1536 on the back.
Contact the firm to determine if the unit is included in the recall and for instructions on
repair and/or replacement.
Incidents/Injuries:
The firm has received eight reports of burn damage to the thermostat, involving
minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At:
Johnstone, Home Depot and Golden State FC stores and Heating ventilation and
air conditioning (HVAC) equipment distributors nationwide from April 2014 through
December 2016 for between about $90 and $150.
Importer(s):
White-Rodgers, of St. Louis, Mo., a division of Emerson Electric Co.
Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
19-047
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