PRA number
2008/10440
Published date
Reasons the product is recalled
The problem was caused by an accumulation of negative conditions mainly unsatisfactory maintenance and incorrect installation. These negative conditions may favour an elongation of the heating element that in turn may cause the edge of the heating element pushing to the side of the unit, causing a wire cut. This wire cut may lead to an electric ark, which may lead to a spark which could cause a fire.
The hazards to consumers
Fire
What consumers should do
Carrier Air Conditioning will identify and contact all end users.
Supplier
Carrier Air Conditioning Pty Ltd
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.