Commercial CO2 and Temperature Sensors recalled

WASHINGTON, D.C. Hazard:

The CO2 and temperature sensors can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents/Injuries:

GE has received three reports in which a cracked capacitor caused the product to overheat and smoke. No injuries have been reported.

Description:

This recall involves GE Telaire Airestat CO2 and temperature sensors with model numbers T8010, T8010-C, T8011, T8011-C, T5010, T5010-C, T5011 and T5011-C and Carrier Single Beam CO2 and temperature sensors with model numbers 33ZCT55CO2 and 33ZCT56CO2. The sensors are sold for commercial use and are wall-mounted. The sensors have a Telaire, Carrier, or no logo in front of the unit. The model number is not found on the sensor. Determining if a sensor is included in this recall requires inspection of the internal components of the unit.

Manufactured in:

USA

Remedy:

Building owners should immediately contact GE Infrastructure Sensing for instructions on how to determine if a sensor is included in this recall and if it can be used while awaiting a replacement sensor. Only authorized maintenance personnel should follow these instructions. Building owners with recalled sensors will receive a free replacement sensor.

Consumer Contact:

For additional information, contact GE Infrastructure Sensing toll-free at (877) 243-5086 between 8 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET or visit the company's website at www.gesensing.com

For more information, visit the CPSC website
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