The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·18085·Announced 2018-01-25

Elkay Recalls Water Coolers and Bottle Filling Stations Due to Shock Hazard

Elkay is recalling water coolers and bottle filling stations because internal screws can break, causing a loose grounding wire and shock hazard.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a shock hazard, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, meeting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Elkay Plumbing Products Company is recalling approximately 31,600 Elkay and Halsey Taylor water coolers and bottle filling stations. The recall involves specific models with serial numbers beginning with 1704, 1705, or 1706. These units were distributed by Elkay distributors from May 2017 through June 2017 for between $600 and $7,450. The products are primarily installed in public facilities such as schools, universities, office buildings, and airports.

The recall is due to a shock hazard. Internal screws that secure the grounding wire can break, allowing the grounding wire to become loose. The firm has received 362 reports of broken screws being found in units prior to installation. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled water coolers and bottle filling stations and unplug the units. Consumers should contact Elkay for a free repair. More information is available at www.checkmycooler.com or by calling Elkay toll-free at 866-243-3070.

The recalled product

Product
Elkay and Halsey Taylor water coolers and bottle filling stations
Manufacturer
Elkay Plumbing Products Company, of Savanna, Ill.
Category
Consumer Product — Water Coolers
Hazard
Affected units
31,600

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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