Commercial Frozen Food Merchandisers Recalled by Tyler Refrigeration Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled December 11, 2008 · CPSC recall 09712 · Commercial

Hazard

Incomplete/incorrect light bulb installation can result in electrical arcing in the fixture, which can pose a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Owners should immediately verify that light bulbs are fully and correctly installed and contact Tyler Refrigeration to schedule the installation of a free repair.

Units

About 1,900

Incidents / injuries

Tyler Refrigeration has received one report of a fire, resulting in damage to the case and displayed product. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recalled Vertical Multi-deck Frozen Food Merchandisers are typically used in grocery stores and other commercial settings. The recall involves models D6F, D6FL, L6F, L6FL, N6F and N6FL manufactured between 1995 and 2008. The serial and model numbers are located on the label located on the inside, upper-right front of the unit behind the lighting assembly. A complete list of the serial numbers involved in this recall can be found at www.tylerrefrigeration.com

What to do

Owners should immediately verify that light bulbs are fully and correctly installed and contact Tyler Refrigeration to schedule the installation of a free repair.

Contact

For additional information, contact Tyler Refrigeration toll-free at (877) 574-0150 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.tylerrefrigeration.com

Product

Commercial Frozen Food Merchandisers

Manufacturer(s)

Tyler Refrigeration, of Niles, Mich.

Retailers

Tyler Refrigeration-owned branches, independent dealers and directly to some commercial users from March 1995 to July 2008 for about $3,700 to $8,000.

Made in

United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →