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Recall #01-077 · Published February 1, 2001

Carrier duct-free "high wall split air conditioners"

CPSC, Carrier (Puerto Rico) Inc. Announce Recall of Air Conditioners Sold in Puerto Rico

CPSC published a recall notice for Carrier duct-free "high wall split air conditioners" from Carrier duct-free "high wall split on February 1, 2001. CPSC identifies this hazard: Condensation inside these air conditioning units can splash onto the control board, causing it to short circuit and start a fire. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using these air conditioners immediately, and call Carrier to get a free replacement unit installed.

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Recalled Carrier air conditioner
Recalled Carrier air conditioner
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Affected model numbers

42RCA38RCA
Additional identifying details

Each half of the unit contains a separate model number.

Why it was recalled

Condensation inside these air conditioning units can splash onto the control board, causing it to short circuit and start a fire.

Incidents and injuries

Carrier has received two reports of fires as a result of short circuits with these air conditioning units, resulting in extensive property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using these air conditioners immediately, and call Carrier to get a free replacement unit installed.

Product and sales details

Brand
Carrier duct-free "high wall split
Manufacturer
Carrier (Puerto Rico) Inc., of Cantano, Puerto Rico
Recall number
01-077
Units
About 460
Sold at / sales period
Independent dealers and technicians in Puerto Rico sold these air conditioners, from January 1998 through September 1999, for between $800 and $2,000.

Carrier duct-free "high wall split air conditioners"

CPSC product type: Air Conditioners

Recall contact information

For more information, call Carrier at (787) 275-7175 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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