Digital timers recall

January 9, 2008 The following recall has been announced:

- 8,500 Intermatic DT27 Digital Self-Adjusting Timers, imported by Intermatic Inc. and made by Ewig Industries Macao Commercial Offshore Ltd. in China, because the timers could have been wired incorrectly, which poses an electrical shock hazard to consumers. No injuries or incidents have been reported. The recalled product is a lamp and appliance timer with a date code of O4B. The timers were sold at stores nationwide, including Home Depot and Lowe's, from February through December last year. Details: by phone at 800-704-3595; by Web at http://www.intermatic.com or http://www.cpsc.gov