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Diagram B2 - ReceptacIes for Iaundry area
(3) ReceptacIes for utiIity rooms
Rule 26-710(e)(iii) requires at least one duplex receptacle to be provided for each utility room, as per Diagram
B3.
Rule 26-720(c) requires at least one branch circuit to be provided solely for receptacles installed in the utility
room, as per Diagram B3.
n an open unfnished basement in a single dwelling, where no dedicated utility room exists, and typical utility
equipment is installed in the area, there is no Code requirement for the utility room receptacle and the branch
circuit, as per Diagram B2 (utility room is not defned).
For the utility area within the laundry room (as shown on Diagram B4), no additional utility room receptacle
is required by the Code. f additional receptacles are provided as needed for cord connected equipment (i.e.:
gas water heater), they shall be within reach of the equipment to ensure that extension cords are not used as
a substitute for fxed wiring.
240v
Washer
Dryer
Panel
Furnace
Water
Heater
Laundry area
Sump
Pump
Z
Required by
26-710(e)(i);
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Required by
26-710(e)(ii);
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Diagram B3 - ReceptacIes for the utiIity room
Diagram B4 - ReceptacIes for a Iaundry room that incIudes utiIity equipment
240v
Washer
Dryer
Panel
Furnace
Water
Heater
Required by
26-710(e)(i);
Cct laundry
Laundry room
Sump
Pump
Z
laundry circuit
Required by
26-710(e)(ii);
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(4) Receptacles for laundry closets
Question 2
s a receptacle required by Rule 26-710(e)(ii) permitted to be installed outside of a laundry closet, see Photo B1?
Answer 2
Yes, if a receptacle required by Rule 26-710(e)(ii) cannot be installed in a laundry closet due to accessibility,
a receptacle is permitted to be installed within a 3 m radius outside of a laundry closet. According to Rule 26-
720(b) a laundry receptacle installed outside of a laundry closet shall be supplied from a dedicated branch
circuit or the laundry closet branch circuit.
Question 3
Where the stacking washer/dryer is installed (as shown on Photo B1) and fed with only a 240 V receptacle
feed, is the 120 V washing machine receptacle (Rule 26-710(e)(i)) required to be installed?
Answer 3
No. Where the stacking washer/dryer is installed and fed with only a 240 V receptacle feed, the 120 V wash-
ing machine receptacle (Rule 26-710(e)(i)) is permitted to be omitted. The 240 V receptacle shall be con-
sidered as satisfying the washing machine receptacle, required by Rule 26-710(e)(i) . However, at least one
additional laundry area receptacle is still required (Rule 26-710(e)(ii)), and according to Answer 2 may be
installed within a 3 m radius outside of a laundry closet and must be on a separate (dedicated) circuit to meet
Rule 26-720(b).
Photo B1 - Laundry cIoset
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Question 4
Is a receptacle required by Rule 26-710(e)(ii) and installed outside of a laundry closet permitted to be used as
a hallway receptacle required by 26-712(f) as per Diagram B5?
Answer 4
Yes. Rule 26-712(f) requires that no point in a hallway within a dwelling unit be more than 4.5 m from a duplex
receptacle. Therefore a laundry receptacle installed in a hallway is deemed to satisfy the requirement for
a duplex receptacle referenced by Rule 26-712(f). According to Rule 26-720(b) and Answer 2, a laundry
receptacle installed outside of a laundry closet shall be supplied from a dedicated branch circuit or the laundry
closet branch circuit.
Diagram B5 - ReceptacIes for a Iaundry cIoset in a haIIway
Question 5
Is a receptacle required by Rule 26-710(e)(ii) and installed outside of a laundry closet in a bedroom (as oc-
curs in some senior retirement rental suites) permitted to be used as a bedroom receptacle required by
26-712(a)?
Answer 5
Yes. Rule 26-712(a) requires that no point, along the foor line of any usable wall space in a bedroom within a
dwelling unit, to be more than 1.8 m horizontally from a receptacle. Therefore a laundry receptacle installed
in a bedroom is permitted to satisfy the requirement for a receptacle referenced by Rule 26-712(a).
240v
Washer
Dryer
Cct laundry
Cct #2
Laundry
Closet
To Bedroom
To Kitchen
Front
Entrance
3 m radius
Hallway/Vestibule
To Bedroom
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Question 6
Does the laundry closet receptacle located in the bedroom area require AFC protection?
Answer 6
Yes, Rule 26-722 (f) requires all branch circuits that supply receptacles in a bedroom to be protected by an
arc-fault circuit interrupter and according to Rule 26-720(b) a separate branch circuit is required to be pro-
vided solely for a laundry closets receptacle.
Question 7
If a laundry closet is installed in a bathroom, what are the OESCs requirements for receptacles in a bath-
room/laundry closet combination?
Answer 7
A receptacle is required in a laundry closet for a washing machine as per Rule 26-710(e)(i) and is required to
be supplied by a separate branch circuit as per Rule 26-720(b) as per Diagram B6.
Notwithstanding Rule 26-710(e)(ii), the additional laundry area receptacle is permitted to be omitted. ESA
recognizes that due to the limited space of a bathroom/laundry closet combination area, the additional laun-
dry area receptacle required by Rule 26-710(e)(ii) could not be used as a laundry receptacle and is therefore
permitted to be omitted.
In addition to a laundry closet receptacle for a bathroom/laundry closet combination, Rule 26-710(f) requires a
washbasin receptacle to be protected by a ground circuit interrupter of the Class A type, as required by Rule
26-700(11), as per Diagram B6.
Diagram B6 - ReceptacIes for a Iaundry cIoset in a bathroom
Where the stacking washer/dryer is installed and fed with only a 240 V receptacle feed, the clarifcation pro-
vided with Question 3 and Answer 3 above is applicable.
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Bulletin 28-1-2
ManuaI motor controIIers
Rule 28-602 (3)
Issued May 2009
Supersedes Bulletin 28-1-1
The introduction of marking requirements by Rule 28-602(3)(b) in the 23rd Edition of the Ontario Electri-
cal Safety Code have caused some confusion in the industry about when a disconnect or control device is
required to be marked as suitable for use as a motor disconnect.
Question
Is a manually operated across-the-line type of motor starter permitted to serve as both starter and disconnect-
ing means for:
(1) A single motor providing it has a horsepower rating not less than the single motor it serves; or
(2) A group of motors providing it has a horsepower rating not less than the largest motor in the group and a
current rating not less than 115% of the full load current of the largest motor in the group plus the sum of
the full load currents of all the other motors in the group which may be in operation at the same time.
Answer
Yes, provided it complies with the following:
A manual motor starter, or controller labeled with the word controller shall be marked Suitable as a Mo-
tor Disconnect if it is intended to be used as a disconnecting means to satisfy the requirements of Rule
28-600.
A device that is not marked Manual Motor Controller, Motor Controller or Controller and is a discon-
nect switch certifed to CSA Product Standard C22.2 NO.4, and complies with the applicable requirements
of Rule 28-602 regarding type and rating does not require the marking Suitable as a Motor Disconnect.
f the manual motor controller is purchased as a complete unit, including enclosure, the marking will be
on both the enclosure and the manual motor controller. f the individual controller is purchased for fush
mounting and the contractor uses a fush mounted switch plate, the marking would only be on the individ-
ual manual motor controller and would require the removal of the switch cover to determine if the control-
ler is in fact suitable.
Personal safety is of paramount consideration. A serious safety issue may result from the use of an unmarked
motor controller as a disconnecting means. If the controller has been exposed to a fault not all contacts may
safely open. This will not be readily apparent to the worker, as the controller will appear to operate satisfac-
torily. If the worker does not follow safe work practice and test to verify all contacts have safely opened, they
are exposing themselves to potential for serious injury or death.
AIways foIIow a proper Test and Lock Out - Tag Out Procedure!
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BuIIetin 30-4-9
Luminaires in or on Suspended CeiIings
Rules 30-302(1)
Issued January 2010
Supersedes Bulletin 30-4-8
Background/Question
Rule 30-302(1) in the Ontario Electrical Safety Code requires every luminaire (light fxture) to be securely sup-
ported. . There have been differences of opinion regarding how luminaires are to be securely supported when
mounted in or on suspended ceiling systems. Incidents occurred where the suspended ceiling had collapsed
taking the luminaire down, exposing live conductors where the ceiling was not constructed to support the ad-
ditional weight of the luminaire.
The requirements in this bulletin have been submitted to the Standards Administrator of the Committee on
Part I of the CEC as a proposed amendment to Rule 30-302 for adoption in a future edition of the Canadian
Electrical Code. In the interim, the following requirements are applicable.
Direction
Where suspended ceiling systems are used to support luminaires, the ceiling shall be constructed and sup-
ported to the building structure in accordance with local codes, the ceiling manufacturers installation instruc-
tions, and applicable industry standards; and
1. Lay-in or recessed luminaires shall be fastened directly to the ceiling-framing members with suitable
screws, rivets, or other approved fastening devices, or shall be supported to the building structure.
2. Luminaires mounted on the lower surface of suspension systems for lay-in tile or panel type ceilings
shall be fastened directly to the main grid framing members with suitable screws, rivets, or other ap-
proved fastening devices, or shall be supported to the building structure.
3. Where the luminaires in (1) or (2) are supported to the building structure, each luminaire shall be
supported at opposite ends by minimum No. 12-AWG (2.70 mm) galvanized, soft annealed, mild steel
wire (pencil rod) or fxture chain of adequate strength, or other equivalent supporting means shall be
used. (See Figure 1 for an example of one method)
4. Luminaires mounted on the lower surface of suspended drywall ceiling systems shall be fastened to
the ceiling with fastening devices suitable for the ceiling component the luminaire will be supported
by.
Suspended ceiling systems include those for lay-in acoustical tile and ceiling panels and those for drywall
systems. Examples of industry standards are:
ASTM C636M06 Standard Practice for Installation of Metal Ceiling Suspension Systems for Acousti-
cal Tile and Lay-In Panels.
ASTM C754-04 Standard Specifcation for nstallation of Steel Framing Members to Receive Screw-
Attached Gypsum Panel Products.
ASTM E580M-06 Standard Practice for Application of Ceiling suspension systems for Acoustical Tile
and Lay-in Panels in Areas Requiring Seismic Restraint.
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If there are questions regarding the construction of a suspended ceiling system with respect to supporting the
luminaires, a letter from the architect, professional engineer, qualifed designer or the ceiling manufacturer
stating that the ceiling has been designed and constructed to support the additional weight of the luminaires
will be acceptable. This bulletin applies to all types of luminaires including fuorescent, incandescent, HD,
etc. Where luminaires are supported to the building structure and that support is supplementary to that of the
ceiling grid, minimal slack in the supports is acceptable.
Where internal components of existing luminaires are being changed for energy effciency or maintenance (ie:
ballast change) and the outside housing of the luminaire remains, there is no requirement to add additional
support provided there is no resulting increase in the luminaire weight.
Figure B1 - Luminaire Support
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Bulletin 30-6-6
InstaIIation of recessed Iuminaires, replacement surface mount luminaires
Rules 30-408, 30-900 to 30-910
Issued January 2011
Supersedes Bulletin 30-6-5
Scope
(1) Recessed luminaires blanketed with thermal insulation
(2) Recessed luminaires in bulkheads and like situations
(3) Recessed luminaires in proximity to combustible plumbing systems
(4) Recessed luminaires not intended for use in combustible construction
(5) Field assembled recessed luminaires
(6) Replacement surface mount luminaires non 90 deg C wiring at existing ceiling outlet box
(1) Recessed Iuminaires bIanketed with thermaI insuIation
Background:
The Canadian Standards Association Standard C22.2 No.250 for luminaires has the following requirements
for recessed luminaires.
There are three distinct groups of recessed luminaires
(1) Type IC and Type IC inherently protected
(2) Type Non-IC
(3) Type Non-IC Marked Spacing
This bulletin has been prepared to assist in matching markings required by Canadian Standards Association
standards to installation requirements.
Denitions:
T may appear on some luminaires and stands for thermal insulation. t has not been required by the stan-
dards since April 1998 and has been replaced by the markings given below, and can be expected to be seen
less frequently.
C stands for insulation contact and is a required form
of marking which identifes luminaires that meet a specifc set of tests in the standard involving insulation
contact.
Please note that C and Non C type fxtures are similar in appearance and one must pay attention to the
labels.
ntegral Box: A supply connection box, which is an integral part of the luminaires, shall be accessible and the
access shall meet the following conditions:
(1) All electrical components of the luminaire shall be capable of extraction through the opening for ser-
vice
(2) Box cover shall be removable with a hand tool from below the ceiling
(3) Box may not be used as a feed-through unless marked for that purpose
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A Recessed Luminaire is defned as any luminaire that is wholly or partly recessed in a mounting surface.
Direction
Marking on Luminaire Conditions of use
Type C, Blinking light of this
thermally protected luminaire may
indicate overheating, and Vapour
Barrier must be suitable for 90C
OR
Type C, nherently Protected,
and Vapour Barrier must be suit-
able for 90C
May be blanketed with thermal insulation if marked as per 30-906
Supplementary Note:
All types of insulation including sound insulation will be considered as
thermal insulation.
The Ministry of Housing has advised that cellulose fbre insulation has
a maximum temperature rating of 80C and must not be subjected to
higher temperatures. nstallations where cellulose fbre insulation is in
contact with the recessed luminaire may not be in compliance with the
Ontario Building Code.
Various methods may be used to correct installations after the fact.
One solution is to blanket the luminaires with fbreglass insulation so
as to avoid contact with cellulose fbre.
The standard for Cellulose Fibre Thermal Insulation for Buildings
(CAN/CGSB-51.60-M90 planned to be superseded by CAN/ULC-
S703.1) is changing and will provide for exposure up to 90C. Prod-
uct from bags marked for compliance to CAN/ULC-S703 will be
acceptable.
Note: The presence of a thermal cutout is not a guarantee that the
luminaire is a Type IC.
Type NON-IC with no marks to be
installed in compliance with 30-902
Do not install insulation within 76
mm (3 in) of any part of the lumi-
naire and Blinking light of this
thermally protected luminaire may
indicate overheating
At least 13mm (1/2 ) from combustible material at every point other
than the point(s) of support
Where there is no thermal insulation, combustible surfaces shall not
be closer than 13mm (0.5 in).
Type NON-IC Marked Spacings
To be installed in compliance with
30-906
nstall with a minimum spacing
between
(a) Center to center of adjacent
luminaires: ______mm
(b) Top of Luminaire to overhead
building member: ______mm
(c) Luminaire center to side build-
ing member: _______mm
The installer must be able to verify they have met the manufacturer
instructions.
The marking Blinking light.overheating is required by the standard to be placed on the luminaire so as to
be visible after installation.
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(2) Recessed Iuminaires in buIkheads and Iike situations
Special attention must be given to recessed luminaires in bulkheads and like structures where a combustible
vapour barrier also serves to keep thermal insulation away from the recessed luminaire. Experience has
shown that the heat of a luminaire close to a vapour barrier can cause it to shrink back, possibly tearing and
allowing thermal insulation to surround a luminaire not approved for being embedded in thermal insulation.
Thus, where:
(a) The luminaire in a bulkhead is of a type not approved for insulation contact, and
(b) The construction of the bulkhead is such that shrink back in a vapour barrier exposed to the
heat of the luminaire may occur,
An additional barrier (e.g. a layer of drywall) shall be placed between the vapour barrier and the luminaire.
(3) Recessed Iuminaires in proximity to combustibIe pIumbing systems
Care shall also be taken to maintain a 12.5 mm (1/2) separation from ABS plumbing. The Canadian Stan-
dards Association Standard for ABS piping, B181.1, has a maximum rating of 60C for ABS pipe.
(4) Recessed Iuminaires not intended for use in combustibIe construction
Question 1
s it permitted to install recessed luminaires that have operating temperatures exceeding 90C in residential
installations?
Answer 1
NO, recessed luminaires that have operating temperatures exceeding 90C, are not suitable for combustible
construction. These are also marked:
nstall in buildings of fre-resistive construction. Mount on non combustible material only.
Recessed luminaires for electric-discharge type lamps, except those for fuorescent lamps, shall not be al-
lowed in residential installations.
(5) Field assembled recessed luminaires
Field assembled recessed luminaires: remote access,
Rule 30-910
Field assembled recessed luminaires: access
through luminaire opening, Rule 30-910
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(6) Replacement surface mount luminaires non 90 deg C wiring at existing ceiling
outlet box Rule 30-408
Question 2
Is it permitted to install a replacement surface mount luminaire that has a label requiring the supply conduc-
tors to be rated for minimum 90 deg C on an existing outlet box that contains 60 or 75 deg C conductors? The
original installation was pre-1970 so it is likely wired with either 60 or 75 deg C rated conductors or cables,
which were commonly used at that time.
Answer 2
Yes, provided that one of the following is complied with.
(a) install approved heat shrink tubing having a minimum operating temperature of 90 deg C on any
existing 60 or 75 deg C conductors in the existing ceiling outlet box. The heat shrink shall be installed
over the full length of the existing insulated conductors that are exposed inside the outlet box.
Note: the insulated neutral conductors shall be identifed as required by Rule 4-028 and Bulletin 4-5-
*.
OR
(b) Install an approved luminaire that does not exceed the maximum temperature ratings of the existing
branch circuit wiring.
Rationale:
Most new surface mount luminaires are marked Min 90 deg C supply conductors. The requirement for 90
deg C branch circuit conductors in ceiling outlet boxes was introduced in the 1969 edition of the Electrical
Safety Code.
The potential hazard is exposure of 60 or 75 deg C rated insulation to higher temperatures causing degrada-
tion of the insulation over time. Installation of heat shrink with a minimum operating temperature of 90 deg C
over top of the existing insulation ensures that the conductor that is exposed inside the outlet box is insulated
to the minimum required by the luminaire marking.
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Bulletin 30-11-1
FIuorescent Luminaires - Disconnecting Means
Rule 30-308(4)
Issued May 2009
Supersedes Bulletin 30-11-0
Background
Electrical incident reports received over the last number of years identifed many serious personal injury acci-
dents and deaths while working on energized 347 volt electrical lighting systems. The challenge was and still
is to change a long instilled behavior to work on these systems when energized. ESA embarked on a major
safety initiative to educate electrical workers to de-energize 347 volt lighting systems before working on them.
Although ESA continues the education process it is abundantly clear that the electrical industry still continues
to work on these systems while energized, therefore a conveniently located disconnect means is necessary to
provide enhanced worker safety.
Rule 30-308(4) requires that all new installation of fuorescent luminaires on branch circuits exceeding 150
volts to ground be provided with a disconnecting means that is integral to the luminaire. The rule also requires
that this disconnecting means be clearly and permanently labeled to identify its purpose.
Direction
All new installations of fuorescent luminaires installed on branch circuits with voltages exceeding 150 volts to
ground will be required to be in compliance with Rule 30-308(4).
Although the Rule is not retroactively applied to existing installations, ESA highly recommends existing
luminaires be equipped with an integral disconnecting means during maintenance activities such as ballast
replacement, etc.
Note
(1) Rule 30-308(4) applies only to fuorescent luminaires containing double-ended lamps including U
shaped lamps. The rule will not be applied to other types of fuorescent luminaires, e.g. compact fuorescent.
(2) When disconnecting 347 Volt lighting systems, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements must
be determined by the employer and/or supervisor and followed by the employee.
ExampIes of AcceptabIe Disconnecting Means (See Figure 1)
(1) Plug type connectors incorporated in the ballast leads
(2) Plug type connectors located directly at the ballast
(3) 2-pole switch
(4) Cord sets and power supply cords
(5) Wiring harness assembly
Figure 1: ExampIe of Disconnecting Means
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Bulletin 30-12-0
Luminaires in buiIdings of residentiaI occupancy
Rules 2-034, 12-3000, 14-010, 26-722, 30-318, 30-500, 30-502, 30-504
Issued May 2011
Scope
(1) Lighting at entrances of residential occupancies
(2) Lighting control within dwelling unit
(3) Luminaires installed in kitchens and bathrooms
(4) Lighting requirements for stairways
(5) Lighting branch circuits
Background
The intent of this bulletin is to communicate answers for frequently asked technical questions about the instal-
lation of luminaires in buildings of residential occupancy.
(1) Lighting at entrances to residential occupancies
Question 1
What does the OESC consider as an entrance, for the lighting requirements and application of Rules 30-500
and 30-504, in buildings of residential occupancy?
Answer 1
An entrance is considered to be any kind of door, regardless of the locking/opening mechanism, that pro-
vides means of entry or access to a building from ground level (Example: Exterior patio sliding door to a deck
with stairs to ground level is considered an entrance to a building).
For application of Rule 30-500, ESA will follow the interpretation of the Building Code as published in
"BRANCH OPINION (June 5, 1995) LIGHTING OUTLETS REQUIRED BY ARTICLE 9.34.2.1" and
copied below:
Vehicular entrance doors leading into attached garages are not intended to serve exactly the same
function as mandoors and therefore a lighting outlet is not required.
In the case of mandoors leading from the exterior into attached garages where access is provided
between the garage and the dwelling unit, a lighting outlet is required.
For mandoors leading from the exterior into attached garages where access is not provided between
the garage and the dwelling unit, a lighting outlet is required.
Side or rear entry doors from the exterior into a dwelling unit are also required to be provided with
lighting outlets.
Entry doors from the exterior into a fnished or unfnished basement are equally required to have
lighting outlets.
Mandoors leading into a detached garage on a residential property are not required to be provided with light-
ing outlets.
The above opinions are based on the text as quoted from the Commentary to Part 9 of the NBC. Also, an
attached garage is considered to form part of the residential unit (see Sentence 9.10.9.16.(3)); the corollary
being that a detached garage does not form part of the dwelling unit since it is not attached to the residential
structure.
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The Branch Opinion is published in: http://www.mah.gov.on.ca/Page8755.aspx
Rationale 1
Entrance is defned in most dictionaries as the means or place of entry. As well, the Building Code has
ruled on an appeal and determined that a sliding type door would be considered an entrance, regardless of
whether it had a keyed lockset or not.
Question 2
Is it permitted to use means other than a wall switch for controlling luminaires at public entrances for large
buildings of residential occupancy such as hotels, condominiums, and apartment buildings?
Answer 2
Yes, notwithstanding Rule 30-500, it is permitted to use other means of lighting control (other than manually
operated switches) to control luminaires installed at public entrances of large buildings of residential occupan-
cies.
Rationale 2
These areas are considered public areas, and in some cases using a wall switch could be a potential safety
hazard as someone could turn it off. Therefore, it is permitted to use other means of control, e.g. lighting con-
trol panels accessible only to building staff, photocells, etc.
Clauses 3.2.7.1 and 9.34.2.7, of the Ontario Building Code permits the use of wall switch or panel for the con-
trol of lighting in public areas in residential occupancies. The reply above is in line with the direction in OBC.
(2) Lighting control within dwelling units
Question 3
Does rule 30-502 mandate that a wall switch that controls the luminaire be located inside the same room as
the luminaire?
Answer 3
No, the Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC) does not mandate the switch to be located inside the same
room.
Note: In the case of a bathroom, Rule 30-320 (3) does not allow a switch to be located within 1 meter of a
bathtub or shower. Alternatively it can be located not less than 0.5 meter if protected by a GFCI Class A.
If these distances cannot be achieved, the customer is required to provide an alternative solution to satisfy
the OESC. E.g., locate the wall switch outside the bathroom; change the washroom size or layout. Building of-
fcials may request that the switch be located inside the room based on their interpretation of the OBC (Under
the Building Code Act, the local municipality is the authority having jurisdiction for enforcing the Act and its
Regulations). It is the customer responsibility to ensure the installation complies with all applicable Codes.
(3) Luminaires instaIIed in kitchens and washrooms
Question 4
Does the OESC permit a light fxture to be installed in a shower?
Answer 4
Yes, as long as the fxture is approved for wet locations (Rule 30-318) and installed as per manufacturer's
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instructions (Rule 2-034).
Question 5
Does the OESC require GFC (ground fault circuit interrupter) protection of a light fxture located in a residen-
tial tub / shower enclosure?
Answer 5
No, the OESC does not require GFC protection, however if the fxture manufacturer's installation instructions
require GFCI protection, then the Code requires that the instructions be followed (Rule 2-034).
Question 6
Does the OESC permit the installation of a wall mounted luminaire with no outlet box?
Answer 6
Yes, provided that the fxture is approved for direct wiring with an integral junction box (bar or strip fxture) and
the cable is terminated in the fxture with a suitable box connector. Rule 12-3000 states an outlet box shall not
be required where equipment has its own integral connection box or has been approved for use as a connec-
tion box.
Question 7
Does the OESC permit under cabinet lighting to be hardwired to kitchen counter workspace receptacles?
Answer 7
No. The OESC does not permit circuits that supply receptacles located behind kitchen counter work surfaces
to supply any other outlets under cabinet luminaires (Rule 26-722).
(4) Lighting requirements for stairways
Question 8
Does the OESC require the installation of a luminaire at the top of each stairway?
Answer 8
No, the OESC Rule 30-504 requires every stairway to be lighted, however it does not provide guidance with
respect to the location of stairway luminaires or the minimum light level required. The Ontario Building Code
(Article 9.34.3.2) does not provide any further direction or clarifcation in this matter.
Note:
The Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA) recommends a minimum lighting level of 50
Lux or 5 Foot candles for residential passage areas. In order to comply with the intent of the Rule, luminaires
should be located so as to provide this minimum recommended lighting level.
(5) Lighting branch circuits
Question 9
Does the OESC require the installation of a two pole circuit breaker for a three wire branch circuit that sup-
plies receptacle and lighting outlets in a dwelling unit?
Answer 9
No, the OESC does not require two pole circuit breakers for multi-wire branch circuits that supply only fxed
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lighting loads or non-split receptacles, and that have each lighting load or receptacles connected to the neu-
tral and one ungrounded conductor.
Note:
Rule 4-034(4) requires that the neutral or identifed conductor be terminated independent of device connec-
tions such as lampholders, receptacles, etc., to ensure the continuity of the identifed conductor when the
devices are disconnected from the circuit.
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Bulletin 32-3-4
Wiring Methods for Fire Alarm Systems
Rules 12-300 to 12-318, 12-1100 to 12-1220, 32-100 and 32-102
Issued January 2010
Supersedes Bulletin 32-3-3
Scope
(1) Aerial cable for fre alarm to portable classrooms
(2) Wiring method using non-metallic conduit
(1) AeriaI cabIe for re aIarm to portabIe cIassrooms
Background
Questions have arisen concerning the type of cable permitted for overhead fre alarm installations to Portable
classrooms.
Generally speaking, conductors used in this situation would be conductors or cable sets approved for use
outside and either self-supported or suspended from a messenger cable in an acceptable manner.
In the past ESA has accepted FAS cable supported on messenger cables for this application. However,
ESA has received reports of FAS installed aerially and exposed to sunlight and weather being found in a
deteriorated condition.
Aerial Fire Alarm Cables shall be:
installed according to Rules 12-300 to 12-318; or
suitable for the application and properly supported
Direction
FAS cable installed aerially are not accepted. However, existing aerial installations of FAS cable, before
January 1, 2005, that are exposed to sunlight and the weather should be regularly inspected for signs of dete-
rioration and replaced as necessary.
The following are examples of cables that are acceptable for aerial installations:
v Communication cable approved for use in outdoor, wet locations and exposed to the weather and
sun;
v Teck90;
v NMWU (provided that it is supported on a messenger cable); or
v Cable manufactured to the MSA (nternational Municipal Signal Association) specifcations for use in
a wet location and exposed to the weather and sun. Cable shall be surface printed with IMSA com-
plete with the specifcation number.
The messenger cable shall have adequate strength to support the weight of the cable selected.
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Please note: Rule 12-312 does not permit conductors to be installed over buildings. Refer to Bulletin 12-26-*.
Fire aIarm cabIes and power conductors on the same poIe.
These conductors shall be installed according to Rules 12-300 to 12-318. The Fire Alarm conductors shall be
run at least 300 mm below a conductor of a higher voltage as required by Rule 12-306(4).
(2) Wiring method using non-metallic conduit
OESC Rule 32-102(1) (c) requires that the fire alarm conductors be embedded in 50 mm of poured concrete
or masonry if installed in non-metallic conduit.
The specific restriction on use of non-metallic conduits for fire alarm system installations was to ensure opera-
tion of these systems under emergency conditions. However, complying with the above rule created issues
in the field where conductors had to be installed in rigid non-metallic conduit to avoid moisture or corrosion
problems.
A proposal to accept fire alarm conductors installation in rigid non-metallic conduit without concrete encase-
ment has been submitted to CE Code Part 1, along with the industry submitted information to support the fact
that metallic raceways do not provide better fire protection than non-metallic raceways.
Direction: In Ontario, as of January 2010, in support of industry requirements, ESA will accept rigid non-metal-
lic conduit installed as per Rules 12-1100 to 12-1220 and 2-128, as a wiring method that meets Rule 32-102
requirements.
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Bulletin 32-5-0
InstaIIation of Fire Pumps
Rule 32-204, 32-206, and 32-212
Issued JuIy 2009
Scope
(1) Disconnecting means and overcurrent protection for fre pumps
(2) Separate service box for fre pumps
(3) Ground fault protection
(4) Typical power supply arrangements for fre pumps and emergency power supplies that are mandated by
the Ontario Building Code
(1) Disconnecting means and overcurrent protection
Rule 32-206 provides the requirements for disconnecting means and overcurrent protection of fre pump cir-
cuits. As noted in Appendix B, the intent of this Rule is to allow only a circuit breaker to be installed upstream
from the fre pump controller or transfer switch.
The requirements for the rating or setting of the circuit breaker differ depending on the source of power for
that circuit breaker. The following are the possible sources of power to the fre pump:
If the circuit breaker is fed from either the normal power supply to the building or a separate service box as
permitted by Rules 6-102(1)(a) and 32-204, then the circuit breaker rating or setting shall comply with Rule
32-206(5).
f the circuit breaker is fed from an emergency power supply as defned in Section 46, then the circuit breaker
rating or setting shall comply with Rule 32-206(4), which refers us to Rule 28-200. It is important to ensure
that the fre pump motor can start and run with the settings in Table 29 and if necessary, the designer should
apply Rule 28-200 (d) (iii) to ensure the fre pump motor will start.
(2) Separate service box for re pumps
Rules 6-102 (1)(a) and 32-204 permit the installation of a separate service box to supply power to a fre pump
from a supply authority. f the separate service box supplies only a fre pump, then the service box is only per-
mitted to contain a circuit breaker complying with Rule 32-206(1), (2), (3), & (5). This ensures that there is no
need to have multiple disconnecting means and/or overcurrent devices in series in the fre pump circuit, which
would result in reduced reliability of the power supply to the fre pump. (See Figure B1)
Figure B1 - Separate service box for a re pump onIy
If the separate service box also supplies other emergency systems as permitted by Rule 6-102(1)(a), then the
service box is permitted by the Section 0 defnition to contain either a switch and fuses, or a circuit breaker.
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n this case the feeder supplying the fre pump shall be protected by a circuit breaker complying with Rule 32-
206(1), (2), & (5). (See Figure B2)
The rating of the separate service box overcurrent device shall comply with Rule 28-204(3) and shall be co-
ordinated with the circuit breaker supplying the fre pump circuit in such a manner that the separate service
overcurrent device does not open prior to operation of the downstream fre pump circuit breaker. The separate
service box shall be labelled in a conspicuous, legible, and permanent manner identifying it as the fre pump
power supply and shall be lockable in the closed position.
Figure B2 - Separate service box for a re pump
and other emergency systems
(3) Ground fault protection
Rule 32-212 states that ground fault protection shall not be installed in a fre pump circuit. Appendix B states
For the purpose of this Rule, a fre pump circuit is defned as the circuit supplied from the emergency power
source referred to in Rule 32-200, or the circuit supplied from a separate service box in accordance with Rule
32-204 to fre pump equipment.
Therefore ground fault protection is permitted to be installed in the normal power supply to a fre pump circuit,
but is not permitted to be installed in either a separate service box or an emergency power supply for a fre
pump circuit. Note: f the only power supply to a fre pump is from the normal building power supply and there
is no emergency supply, then ground fault protection shall not be permitted in the normal supply to the fre
pump circuit and a tap from service equipment shall be permitted.
If the emergency power supply is ground fault protected as required by Rule 14-102, then it shall be accept-
able to connect the fre pump circuit to the emergency power supply upstream from the ground fault protec-
tion. (See Figure B3-1)
As an alternative, ground fault protection shall not be required at the main overcurrent device for the emer-
gency power supply provided that ground fault protection is provided for all emergency feeders except the fre
pump feeder similar to Diagram 3 of the code. (See Figure B3-2)
Figure B3 - Ground fauIt protection and re pumps
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(4) TypicaI power suppIy arrangements for re pumps and emergency power
suppIies that are mandated by the Ontario BuiIding Code
The Ontario Electrical Safety Code does not require the installation of a fre pump, an emergency power
supply, or a transfer switch; the Ontario Building and Fire Codes specify where this equipment is required to
be installed. When this equipment is required to be installed by other authorities, then the Ontario Electrical
Safety Code provides the electrical wiring requirements for their installation.
Figure B4 provides some examples of Ontario Building Code mandated fre pump / emergency power supply
installations that comply with the Ontario Electrical Safety Code. These are examples only; other compliant
arrangements shall also be acceptable.
Figure B4 - ExampIes of power suppIy arrangements for re pumps and emergency power suppIies
that are mandated by the Ontario BuiIding Code
Supply
Authority
Consumer's
Service Box
Normal power
supply
distribution
Fire pump
circuit breaker,
normal power
supply
Emergency
power
supply
Fire pump
circuit breaker,
emergency
power supply
Fire pump
controller
and transfer
switch
Fire pump
Emergency
power
distribution
Life safety
systems
Non life
safety
systems
Normal building
electrical systems
Life safety
systems
Non life safety
systems
Normal building
electrical systems
Life safety
systems
Non life safety
systems
Life safety
systems
Non life
safety
systems
Rule 32-206(1)(2)(5)
Rule 46-202
Rule 46-206
Rule 32-206(4)
Rule 32-208
Separate service box
Rules 6-102(1)(a),
32-204,
32-206(1)(2)(3)(5)
Rule 46-202
Rule 46-206
Rule 32-206(4)
Rule 32-208
N E N E
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Bulletin 36-1-23
PIan Submissions for High VoItage InstaIIations
Rule 2-010 and Section 36
Issued May 2009
Supersedes Bulletin 36-1-22
The following is a list of information required to be included in the plan submission.
(1) A covering letter; with a description of the project, Supply Authority (Local Distribution Company) name
and contact person name, supply voltage (wye or delta), owner of any supply transformer on customer
property (Supply Authority or customer owned), and project name and address. Additional information that
can be included is the Submitters Project Number.
(2) A copy of the site plan; indicating the location of the station relative to buildings, structures, roads, prop-
erty lines, equipment not associated with the station, and the route of the supply if possible.
(3) A complete single line diagram; including all feeders and distribution, overcurrent device ratings, trans-
former ratings, conductor type and sizes, raceway type and size, fault current available at each point of
distribution, and interlocking provisions (where required).
(4) Equipment layout drawings; including elevation and profle views of the electrical and physical arrange-
ment of the equipment, dimensions to clearly indicate the electrical, physical and work clearances and
relative locations of the equipment, and fencing arrangements where required on outdoor substation.
(5) Grounding details; as required and detailed in Bulletin 36-10-*.
(6) Confrmation from a P Eng or the manufacturer that the freestanding terminal pole or structure is designed
as required by Rule 75-248(8). (Where applicable)
(7) Nameplate data for all electrical equipment and high voltage cable.
SuppIy Authority (LocaI Distribution Company) Requirements.
Prior to planning an installation, the supply authority should be consulted for their conditions of service and
any special requirements for connection to their distribution system.
SuppIy Authority (LocaI Distribution Company) Equipment.
The Ontario Electrical Safety Code does not apply to equipment and wiring that is part of the Supply Service
(as defned in Section 0). Where the Supply Authority (Local Distribution Company) has provided assurance
that they own and control the equipment, the Electrical Safety Authority will not apply the Ontario Electrical
Safety Code to that equipment.
One copy of all plans shall be submitted for review to:
Electrical Safety Authority Telephone number: Fax number:
Plan Review Department 1-800-746-6480 1-800-957-2738
400 Sheldon Drive, Unit 5 519-624-3564 519-624-3570
Cambridge, Ontario
N1T 2H9
All required data should be submitted as a complete package by one submitter where possible to facilitate the
plan review and timely report.
The fee for high voltage plan approval is as per ESAs fee guide.
The inspector in the feld gives fnal approval of the installation.
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VisibIe isoIation - High potentiaI instaIIations
Rules 36-214
Issued May 2009
Supersedes Bulletin 36-3-2
General
On all high potential installations, some means must be provided to enable operating and maintenance per-
sonnel to assure themselves, visually, that a piece of equipment, a circuit or the whole installation is de-ener-
gized and isolated for maintenance or other purposes, when required. This requirement is in addition to any
interlocking arrangement provided.
The provision for visible isolation must be such that an actual break in the supply to the circuit or equipment
is visible, e.g., opened switch contacts. Gang-operated switches, fuse cutouts and removable links in a bus
system may each be used as a means of isolation provided that other Rules applicable thereto are satisfed.
Where a gang-operated switch is mounted in a metal enclosure, clear glass viewing windows of the safety
type must be installed so that the position of the switch may be seen without the necessity of exposing live
parts. Where disconnects are operated individually and are mounted in a metal enclosure, the arrangement
must be such that the door of the enclosure can be closed and locked with the disconnects in the open posi-
tion.
It is suggested that the provisions for visible isolation be detailed on all plans for high voltage installations
submitted for examination so that adequate comments can be made.
Double ended low voltage switchboard
Visible isolation is required at any voltage where the possibility of feedback into the high voltage section of the
station exists.
Question
Where a double ended station is installed with 600 volt secondary distribution incorporating a tie breaker
between two sections, does Subrule 36-214 (3) apply to the main secondary breakers operating at 600 volts?
(See Diagram B1)
Answer
Yes
Rationale
There is the possibility of feedback through the low voltage distribution from one high voltage section of the
station into the other if the tie breaker is closed and one of the main secondary circuit breakers does not open
properly. This back feed would place personnel working on the high voltage equipment at risk of injury.
Direction
Visible isolation meeting the requirements of Subrule 36-214 (2) is required for both of the main secondary
breakers shown in the Diagram B1.
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BuIIetin 36-5-9
IsoIation of Iive parts in stations
Rule 36-110
Issued May 2009
Supersedes Bulletin 36-5-8
Scope
(1) Vertical isolation
(2) Horizontal isolation Table 33
(3) Outdoor transformer installations
(4) Snow classifcation - Table 32
(1) Vertical isolation
Background:
The following is provided as clarifcation of Rule 36-110 as it pertains to customers' substations to assure no
misunderstanding regarding the requirements for isolation of live parts in such installations.
Direction:
Bare conductors, insulated conductors not sheathed or enclosed in metal and other bare live parts shall be (a)
accessible only to authorized persons and (b) isolated from inadvertent contact by:
(1) Elevation above ground level by the number of metres prescribed in Table 32 for indoor installations; or
(2) Elevation above ground level by the number of metres prescribed in Table 32 for outdoor installations in
light and heavy snow areas; or
(3) Grounded metal screens or barriers located so as to provide the equivalent protection afforded by the
elevations prescribed in Clauses 1 and 2; or
(4) Interlocking such that the enclosure in which the conductors and other bare live parts are installed cannot
be entered until all equipment contained therein is de-energized.
(2) HorizontaI isoIation - TabIe 33
Bare conductors, insulated conductors not sheathed or enclosed in grounded metal and other bare live parts
shall be installed so as to maintain a horizontal clearance from buildings of:
(1) 3 metres where the voltage does not exceed 46,000 volts between phase conductors; or
(2) 3.7 metres where the voltage exceeds 46,000 volts but does not exceed 69,000 volts between phase con-
ductors.
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(3) Outdoor transformer instaIIations
In outdoor installations where transformers having high voltage bushings in the top are employed, and the
bus rises vertically from the bushings to the required elevation before proceeding to a horizontal direction, the
requirements of Rule 36-110 shall not apply to the bushings or the vertical section of bus providing that, in
installations not exceeding 46 kV:
(1) The top of the transformer tank is not less than 2 metres above grade in a light snow area; or
(2) The top of the transformer tank is not less than 2.7 metres above grade in a heavy snow area.
Where the pad on which a transformer is mounted extends beyond the transformer suffciently to permit a
person to stand upon it, the top of the pad is deemed to be the grade referred to above.
(4) Snow cIassication - TabIe 32
Light snow areas are where the mean annual recorded depth of snow is 500 mm (20) or less.
On Map B1, locations north of the 500 mm line are defned as heavy snow areas. Locations south of the 500
mm line are light snow areas. Although local conditions for locations between the 400 mm and the 500 mm
line may make it desirable to maintain heavy snow clearances, acceptance will be based on the location be-
ing a light snow area.
Map B1 - Snow depth
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The instaIIation of tamper resistant transformers kiosks, tamper resistant pad mount-
ed transformers, pad mounted transformers and Iiquid IIed equipment in proximity
to buiIding
Rules 2-024, 26-010, 26-014, 26-242, 26-300 to 324, 36-006 and 36-300 to 310
Issued May 2009
Supersedes Bulletin 36-6-18
Scope
(1) Requirements for the Installation of tamper resistant transformers kiosks and tamper resistant pad
mounted transformers
(2) Requirements for the installation of liquid flled equipment in proximity to buildings
(3) Disconnecting means for pad mounted transformers
(1) Requirements for the instaIIation of tamper resistant transformers kiosks and
tamper resistant pad mounted transformers
Introduction
These requirements:
Apply to the installation of tamper resistant pad mounted distribution transformers, tamper resistant trans-
former kiosks, and tamper resistant pad mounted distribution equipment which are located outdoors and
are not owned by the Supply Authority; and
Are supplementary to and not exclusive of any other requirements pertaining to high voltage installations.
Pad mounted distribution transformers and equipment are designed to mount on a grade level concrete slab
or pad of suitable dimensions.
A pad-mounted transformer consists of a compartmented steel enclosure with one compartment contain-
ing the transformer and the other compartment containing cable terminations and connections.
Pad mounted distribution equipment may consist of metal enclosed or metal clad protective equipment,
switchgear, etc.
Kiosks are enclosures of steel or a combination of masonry and steel and which may be partly buried and
within which may be installed standard distribution transformers and protective equipment.
Fence Requirements
Equipment meeting the requirements for tamper resistant as detailed in Bulletin 36-15-*, shall not be
required to be surrounded by a station fence. Rule 26-010
Equipment not of tamper resistant construction, which has no exposed bare live parts, shall be permitted
to be installed outdoors when surrounded by a fence complying with Rule 26-300 to 26-324 or equivalent.
The fence shall be a station fence or a property boundary fence with controlled access.
Equipment with exposed bare live parts shall be permitted to be installed outdoors only when surrounded
by a station fence complying with Rule 26-300 to 26-324 or equivalent.
Mechanical Protection
Where tamper resistant equipment is subject to damage from vehicles, it shall be surrounded by a fence
meeting the requirements of Rule 26-300 to 324 or suitable barriers of a permanent nature shall be erected to
provide the necessary protection.
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Equipment within 3 meters of a parking lot or curbed area is considered subject to mechanical damage.
Steel posts (bollards) at the corners of equipment and with separations not exceeding 2 meters are an
example of a suitable barrier for tamper resistant equipment.
Protective fencing or bollards may require bonding to ground in accordance with Bulletin 36-10-*.
ApprovaI of equipment
The equipment shall be approved in accordance with Rule 2-024 (1), (2) or (3), or accepted under the provi-
sions of Rule 2-024(5).
Locking and Interlocking
Any doors giving access to live parts containing fuses in the equipment shall be so interlocked with an exter-
nal means of providing visible isolation of all ungrounded conductors (e.g., load break switch), that the doors
cannot be opened until the means of visible isolation is locked open and the means of visible isolation cannot
be closed until the doors are locked closed.
Interlock mechanisms where provided shall be installed so as to be tamper resistant.
Customer owned pad mounted transformers containing fuses shall have the cover or door providing access to
the fuses interlocked with the disconnecting means for the transformer in compliance with Rule 36-208.
Grounding
Grounding shall be in accordance with Rules 36-300 through 36-312 and Bulletin 36-10-*.
Warning Signs
There shall be at least one permanently legible, conspicuous warning sign fxed to each unit stating Danger
- High Voltage and the sign shall be fxed to the door giving access to high voltage live parts; and if there be
more than one such door, a sign shall be mounted on each. Rule 36-006.
(2) Requirements for the instaIIation of Iiquid IIed equipment in proximity to buiIdings
Background
Where liquid flled equipment is installed in proximity to buildings, the installation shall be in compliance with
Rules 26-014 and 26-242.
26-242 Outdoor Transformer InstaIIations, SubruIe 3 States: Notwithstanding the requirements of Subrule
(2), transformers that are protected by an internal current-limiting fuse and are equipped with a pressure relief
device shall be permitted to be installed within the distances specifed in Subrule (2).
Question:
Are internal current limiting fuses as referenced in Rule 26-242(3), also referred to as a bayonet type fuse?
Answer:
No.
Rationale:
The function of the internal current limiting fuse(s) is to limit system fault levels to the transformer to protect
against catastrophic damage and rupture of the transformer in the event of an internal failure. A current limit-
ing fuse limits the fault energy and will interrupt the fault within a 1/4 cycle thereby preventing a violent failure.
A bayonet fuse cannot protect against some internal failures and transformer tank ruptures.
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flled transformer and are accessible only by removal of the transformer bolted cover providing access to
the transformer windings and dielectric liquid. Replacement of these fuses after operation would require the
transformer be removed from service and exposing the transformer windings and dielectric liquid for testing
and /or replacement.
Bayonet type fuses (expulsion) fuses are connected in series on the load side of the internal current limiting
fuses, to provide transformer overcurrent protection. Bayonet fuses are located in wells in the high voltage
compartment of the transformer that separate them from the transformer tank containing the dielectric liquid
and windings and are accessible by opening the high voltage compartment.
Protecting a padmount transformer by means of a bayonet fuse in series with a back up current limiting fuse
is generally referred to as combination fusing. For a given transformer rating, the two fuses are coordinated
with each other for optimum protection throughout the range of fault currents that could occur. (See Figures
B1 & B2)
The attached single line diagram indicates both internal current limiting fuses and bayonet fuses. The use of
combination fusing and a pressure relief valve will ensure the outdoor transformer fails in a safe manner and
this is the rationale used to permit the transformer to be installed within the distances specifed in sub rule 2.
Figure B1: TypicaI NamepIate with internaI current-Iimiting fuse
Figure B2: Expanded View
(3) Disconnecting means for pad mounted transformers
Background
Disconnecting means shall be provided in accordance with Rule 36-204 and Bulletin 36-1-* except such
disconnecting means need not be provided for transformer(s), with no customer owned equipment between
the transformer(s) and supply authority interface (excluding surge arresters and conductor) and where written
assurance has been received from a supply authority stating it owns and controls the transformer(s).
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Question:
Questions have been asked regarding acceptance of a load break switch mounted within a padmount trans-
former tank as a disconnecting means for a customer owned single phase padmount transformer.
Direction
Externally operated disconnecting means that provide visible isolation shall be provided.
Rationale
Rule 36-214(2) requires that an actual break in the supply be visible, eg- open contacts. This is not normally
the case with load break switches that are mounted within a padmount transformer tank.
Question:
Questions have also been asked regarding acceptance of a load break elbow connector as a disconnecting
means for a customer owned single phase padmount transformer.
Direction
Load break disconnecting means that may be safely operated without special tools or equipment shall be
provided. Load break elbows do not comply with this requirement. (Rule 36-204)
Rationale
Operation of a load break elbow may only be done by qualifed persons using specialized tools, protective
equipment and work methods. The elbow may be fused or unfused depending on the application and may
require additional disconnecting means upstream where they are fused.
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Lightning Arrester Application
Rules 26-500 36-000, 36-308(2)(c)
Issued May 2009
Supersedes Bulletin 36-8-6
There have been many questions raised as to where to install lightning arresters, what type of lighting ar-
resters to use, and the number of lighting arresters that are required. Rule 26-500 is not explicit as to these
requirements and leaves the electrical system designer responsible to determine location, type, and number
of lightning arresters required for the level of protection desired.
Rule 26-500, Use and location of lightning arresters, states the following:
(1) Lightning arresters shall be installed in every distributing substation in locations where lightning distur-
bances are of frequent occurrence and no other adequate protection is provided.
(2) Lightning arresters installed for the protection of utilization equipment:
(a) Shall be permitted to be installed either inside or outside the building or enclosure containing the
equipment to be protected; and
(b) Shall be isolated by elevation, enclosed, or made otherwise inaccessible to unauthorized persons.
The electrical designer, following good engineering practice, shall determine the number, location and rating
of lightning arresters.
ESA encourages electrical designers to research the applicable standards to ensure adequate protection has
been provided.
Examples are ANSI/IEEE C262.22 for Metal Oxide and ANSI/IEEE C62.2 for gapped Silicon-Carbide.
ESAs role is to ensure the lightning protection scheme is installed as designed. If the installing contractor
deviates from the designed protection as outlined on the drawings and specifcations submitted regarding the
number, rating or location of arrestors, then written confrmation from the designer is required to confrm the
level of protection is adequate.
Note
Electrical installations that are installed under the scope of Section 75 without any additional electrical design
shall be installed as required by the appropriate Section 75 Specifcation.
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Bulletin 36-10-15
High voItage grounding and bonding
Rules 36-300 to 36-312
Issued May 2009
Supersedes Bulletin 36-10-14
Scope
(1) Introduction
(2) Station ground electrode design
(3) Interconnecting station ground electrodes
(4) Extent of ground surface covering layer
(5) Metal boundary fence in proximity to a station fence
(6) Metal boundary fence or other metal structures in proximity to tamper resistant pad-mounted transformers
and equipment
(7) Gang operated switch handles
(1) Introduction
This Bulletin is intended to clarify some of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code requirements for grounding of
high voltage installations and related equipment for:
Outdoor stations; and
ndoor stations with direct grade level exterior access.
Grounding and bonding systems for AC high voltage stations shall be designed to ensure safety of personnel,
protection of equipment, and proper operation of protective devices. In order to accomplish this the Ontario
Electrical Safety Code limits the maximum potential rise of all parts of a station ground electrode to 5000 volts
or less and limits touch and step voltages within and around the electrode to those values given in Table 52.
A station ground electrode design is often required to demonstrate Ontario Electrical Safety Code compliance.
This Bulletin provides guidance in determining where a design shall be required in Ontario.
(2) Station ground electrode design
To ensure that all non-current carrying metal structures and equipment are maintained below the specifed
potential rise under fault conditions and that hazardous step and touch voltages do not occur, a station ground
electrode design may be required to be submitted with plans for high voltage installations in accordance with
the established procedure outlined in Bulletin 36-1-*. The fault level used in the calculations shall be either
the single line-to-ground fault level or the double line-to-ground fault level, whichever value is higher (Refer-
ence EEE Std 80). This value is to be obtained from the local distribution company and is subject to verifca-
tion upon request.
The person responsible for the design shall make reference to the latest edition of ANSI / IEEE Std 80 - Guide
for Safety in AC Substation Grounding or to CAE Report 249 D 541 Simplifed Rules for Grounding Cus-
tomer Owned High Voltage Substations.
In recent years the high cost of copper has led to vandalism and theft of copper conductors and station elec-
trodes and the question is often asked regarding the use of materials other then copper for grounding and
bonding purposes.
The answer is yes other materials are acceptable. Rule 36-300(2) permits the use of other materials, provide
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all the criteria set out in the rule are met. Further guidance is set out in the IEEE80-2000 Clause 11.2 with
respect to acceptable materials and other limiting factors required to be taken into consideration.
Once an alternate material has been selected and all of the installation cautions addressed, the unique
properties of the material shall be used in the calculations to determine GPR, step and touch potentials as
required by the IEEE Std 80 and the OESC.
The design of any station grounding system other than explicitly approved by the Rules of the Code shall be
documented and signed by a Professional Engineer in addition to being subject to acceptance in accordance
with Rule 2-030.
A Station Ground Electrode Design shall be required for all high voltage stations within the scope of this Bul-
letin, except for:
Pole mounted transformers; or
ndoor stations, where there is no direct grade level exterior access; or
Transformer vaults, where there is no direct external grade access; or
Stations with a nominal supply voltage of 13.8/8 kV grounded, or less; or
Tamper resistant pad mounted transformers and equipment, with a nominal supply voltage of 27.6/16
kV grounded or less; which shall be permitted to be grounded to a station ground electrode complying
with Rule 36-302(1) and as modifed by the following:
o Consist of four or more 19 mm 3 m ground rods driven so as to be not less than 3 m apart, and
suitably interconnected with an annealed copper conductor not smaller than No. 2/0 AWG to form
a complete loop around the equipment at a distance of at least 1 m from any part of the equip-
ment; and
o Connected to the transformer tank or frame by a conductor of not less than 2/0 AWG copper in
accordance with Rule 36-308(2)(b)(i); and
o Connected to the transformer neutral (Xo) by a second conductor of not less than 2/0 AWG cop-
per in accordance with Rule 36-308(6). See Figure B1 for an exampIe of compIiance.
Xo Transformer Tank
Padmounted
Equipment
Minimum 2/0 AWG copper
connection to transformer
neutral.
Minimum 1 m from all metal parts
of pad mounted equipment.
Minimum 2/0 AWG copper.
Minimum 19 mm X 3 m
galvanized ground rod,
minimum 3 m
separation, maximum 1
conductor per clamp.
Figure B1 - An exampIe of grounding of tamper resistant pad mounted equipment.
Concrete Pad
Minimum 2/0 AWG copper
connection to transformer
tank or frame.
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o Non tamper resistant pad mounted transformers or equipment, surrounded by a station fence
complying with Rules 26-300 to 26-324, with a nominal supply voltage of 27.6/16 kV grounded or
less; which shall be permitted to be grounded to a station ground electrode complying with Rule
36-302(1) and as modifed by the following:
o Consist of a minimum of eight driven ground rods rather than four; and
o The maximum spacing of parallel grid conductors is not greater than 1.5 m; and
o The grid is installed under the area occupied by all equipment within the station fence and ex-
tends at least 1 m beyond the outside of the fence; and
o The grid is covered by a minimum of 50 mm of soil; and
o The station ground surface area is covered with a layer of coarse crushed stone, asphalt, or
equivalent insulating material to a depth of not less than 150 mm below the fnished station grade
to a maximum of 600 mm below the rough station grade.
o Note: Table 52 column 1 lists various types of ground, all which can be used to cover a station
electrode, provided the material and its ohm-metres value is used in the calculation to determine
the ground potential rise as well as the step and touch potentials. Electrical designers typically
model their ground studies using 150 mm of crushed stone so that station electrodes area does
not get too large or expensive, however materials other than stone may be used for the ground
surface covering layer.
(3) Interconnecting station ground electrodes
When one high voltage station is fed from another using a high voltage multi conductor Teck 90 or a simi-
lar type of cable that incorporates a bond conductor, the bond conductor shall be connected to both station
ground electrodes.
When either of the station ground electrodes is designed to be a remote ground electrode for compliance with
Rule 36-304 then the two electrodes shall also be interconnected with two grounding conductors of at least
2/0 AWG copper as required by Rule 36-302(3).
If each station has a ground electrode that complies with Rule 36-304 then the two 2/0 interconnecting ground
conductors shall not be required, however where practicable, they are highly recommended as the overall
grounding integrity will be improved. For example, if the two stations were within 15 to 30 meters of each
other it may be considered practicable to make the extra interconnections. Where greater distances separate
the stations it may not be considered practicable.
(4) Extent of ground surface covering Iayer
Rule 36-304(5) requires the ground surface-covering layer (examples are coarse crushed stone or asphalt)
to extend a minimum of 1 m beyond the station grounding electrode area on all sides and Rule 36-312(1)
requires the station fence to be at least 1 m inside the station grounding electrode area. Code compliance
would therefore require the ground surface-covering layer to extend at least 2 m outwards from the station
fence.
Recognizing that this is not always practicable for some stations due to a shortage of real estate or other lo-
cal conditions and acknowledging standard trade practice, it shall be permissible to reduce the extent of the
ground surface-covering layer beyond the fence to not less than 1.15 m.
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(5) MetaI boundary fence in proximity to a station fence
Rule 36-312(5) requires touch voltages within 1 m of all parts of a metal boundary fence to be less than the
values given in Table 52 where the boundary fence is in proximity to a station fence. Calculations demonstrat-
ing compliance shall not be required where no part of the boundary fence is closer than 2.4 m to the station
fence.
Examples of how separation may be achieved are as follows:
Physical separation of the boundary and station fences by at least 2.4 m; or
Where the boundary fence is less than 2.4 m from the station fence:
o Insertion of an insulating fence section in the boundary fence so no metal conductive parts of the
fence are within 2.4 m of the station fence; or
o Insertion of insulating fence sections of not less than 2.4 m in length in the boundary fence so as
to isolate any sections of metal boundary fence that are within 2.4 m of the station fence and then
bonding the isolated metal section(s) of the boundary fence to the station electrode in compliance
with Rule 36-312.
o See Figure B2 for exampIes of compIiance.
Figure B2 - ExampIes of isoIating and/or bonding to ground
of a boundary fence that is within 2.4 m of a station fence.
Station fence (grounded as per Rule 36-312).
Perimeter of station ground electrode.
Insulating fence section so no metal
parts of boundary fence are within 2.4
m of station fence.
Boundary
fence
Station fence (grounded as per Rule 36-
312)
Perimeter of station ground electrode.
Insulating fence
sections, each at least
2.4 m long.
Ground loop around section of boundary
fence that is within 2.4 m of station fence,
interconnected with station fence loop in at
least one place. A second connection at a
separate location is recommended for
redundancy.
Boundary fence.
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(6) MetaI boundary fence or other metaI structures in proximity to tamper resistant
padmounted transformers and equipment
Quite often metal fences or similar metal structures such as bollards or guardrails are installed around or near
tamper resistant padmounted transformers or equipment for mechanical protection from vehicles (see Bulletin
36-6-*), security reasons, or decorative purposes.
Rule 36-308(1) requires all non-current carrying metal equipment and structures forming part of a station to
be bonded to the station ground electrode to prevent the build-up of dangerous potential differences between
the equipment or structures and the nearby earth. Calculations demonstrating compliance with the tolerable
step and touch voltages given in Table 52 are required to be submitted, except where:
The metal fence or structure is physically separated from the padmounted transformer or equipment
by at least 2.4 m; or
The fence or structure is bonded to the loop or station electrode by connection with a conductor of not
less than 2/0 copper AWG.
See Figure B3 for exampIes of compIiance.
(7) Gang operated switch handles
Rule 36-310 requires the operating handle of all non-enclosed high voltage switches to be connected to the
station ground electrode. The rule also requires the installation of a metallic gradient control mat that is in turn
connected to the switch handle-bonding conductor by two separate copper conductors of not less than 2/0
AWG.
Padmount
Equipment
Metal protective barrier
within 2.4 m interconnected
with padmount ground loop
in at least one place. A
second connection at a
separate location is
recommended for
equipment ground
loop.
Figure B3 - ExampIes of bonding to ground of metaI structures
within 2.4 m of padmounted equipment encIosure.
Padmount
Equipment
Padmounted
equipment ground
loop.
Metal protective
bollards within 2.4 m
interconnected with
padmount ground
loop.
redundancy.
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Should a failure occur during the operation of an exposed switch resulting in the passage of fault current
down the supporting structure or the mechanical linkage to the switch-operating handle at ground level, a
signifcant hazard to the operator would be created.
By providing a gradient control mat, bonding the mat and the switch-handle together and connecting them
to the station ground electrode, an equipotential zone is created and should an accidental energization or
induced potential occur during operation of the switch, a worker standing on the mat will be protected against
touch and step potentials. See Figure B4 for an exampIe of compIiance.
Figure B4 - An example of bonding to ground of a
switch handle and gradient control mat
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Disconnecting means for transformers
Rules 26-250, 14-402, 36-204 and 36-208
Issued May 2009
Supersedes Bulletin 36-11-3
Scope
(1) Disconnecting means for transformers
(2) Disconnect switch for pole mounted transformers
(1) Disconnecting means for transformers
The purpose of this Bulletin is to ensure a consistent interpretation of Rule 26-250, Disconnecting Means for
Transformers. This rule requires a disconnecting means to be installed in the primary circuit of each trans-
former or each bank of transformers operating as a unit. n this rule bank shall mean two or three single
phase transformers operating as a unit or three phase transformers connected in parallel.
Every power and distribution transformer installed within a structure is required to have a separate discon-
necting means and overcurrent device(s) to satisfy the minimum requirements of Rule 26-250 and 14-402.
Installations located outside of structures have been permitted with multiple transformers controlled by one
disconnecting means, provided each transformer or bank of transformers has separate overcurrent protection
which satisfes 36-208 and the disconnect meets the minimum requirements of 36-204.
If an outdoor overhead or underground distribution systems has a load break switch with visible isolation, then
that one switch may control one or more transformers or banks of transformers, provided each transformer or
transformer bank has separate overcurrent protection.
If operating conditions are such that the customer owned disconnecting means cannot be opened conve-
niently when necessary to isolate an individual transformer or transformer bank, the Electrical Safety Authority
recommends each transformer or bank of transformers be provided with its own group operated disconnect-
ing means in accordance with Rule 36-204.
Diagram B1 TypicaI outdoor substation
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Note: Rule 36-006(3) requires a warning sign at each fuse location, adjacent to disconnecting type power
fuses warning operators not to replace fuses while the supply circuit is energized.
(2) Disconnect switch for poIe mounted transformers
Rule 36-204 contains requirements for overcurrent devices preceded by specifc types of disconnecting
means for each consumers service, operating unit of apparatus, feeder and branch circuit operating at high
voltage.
Where the equipment is a pole mounted transformer(s), such disconnecting means need not be provided
where the supply authority has provided written assurance that it owns the transformers(s)
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Bulletin 36-12-2
Loop feeder & ring buss
Rules 36-204, 36-208, 14-414, 14-502 14-506 and 26-250
Issued May 2009
Supersedes bulletin 36-12-1
Scope
(1) Single line diagram
(2) Switch mounting
(a) Blade position
(3) Transformer disconnecting means where there is more than one feeder supplying the transformer
(1) SingIe Iine diagram
Diagram B1 - SingIe Iine diagram for a typicaI instaIIation when the LDC has controI over the Ioop
feeders in a customer owned switchboard. RuIe 36-204 requires the customer owned fuse to be pre-
ceded by a disconnect switch as shown
A B C D E F
Customer owned and
operated service box.
Cubicle C
LDC owned and operated loop
feeders. Customer owned
equipment. LDC locks on
cubicle A & B
Customer owned and operated feeders.
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Diagram B2 - Customer owned and operated equipment with Ioop feeders
Diagram B2 depicts customer owned and controlled equipment, therefore a third disconnect switch is not
required. The fuse compartment shall be interlocked with the disconnecting means as required by Rule 36-
208 such that a worker cannot gain access to the fuse compartment until both switches are locked in the open
position. The interlocks prevent workers from entering the fuse compartment until both disconnects are open.
The disconnects may both be closed under normal operation or individually, however both locked out to gain
access to fuses.
(2) Switch mounting
Rule 14-502 (2) requires that switches be mounted such that gravity will not tend to close them. CSA standard
C22.2 No 31 (clause 4.6.3) permits the switch to be mounted such that gravity will tend to close the switch
provided latches or equivalent means are provided to prevent accidental closure. Switches approved to this
requirement are acceptable.
(a) Blade position
Rule 14-506 states that switch blades are to be dead when in the open position; the following exceptions are
permitted;
The switchgear is provided for sectionalizing purposes; (Diagram B2) or The switchgear is provided for sectionalizing purposes; (Diagram B2) or
The supply authority requires live blade switching, and the cubicle where this occurs is locked with a utility The supply authority requires live blade switching, and the cubicle where this occurs is locked with a utility
lock. (Diagram B1)
A B C
Customer owned and operated equipment with Ioop feeders. The customer has care
and controI over the disconnect switches. Customer Iocks are instaIIed on CubicIe A
& B.
K2 K1,2 K1
Feed to transformer or
other customer Ioads
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(3) Transformer disconnecting means where there is more than one feeder suppIying
the transformer
Rule 26-250 states that a disconnecting means shall be installed in the primary circuit of each power and
distribution transformer.
There have been some feld issues raised regarding the requirement for a ,single disconnect in the primary
circuit of a power and distribution transformer where there is more than one feeder supplying the transformer.
In order to alleviate some of the confusion, the following is the direction when applying Rule 26-250 where
there is more than one supply to a transformer.
Section 0 of the code defnes disconnecting means as a device or a group of devices whereby the conduc-
tors of a circuit can be disconnected from their source of supply.
Rule 14-414(1) states that if electrical equipment is supplied by two or more different transformers or other
different sources of voltage, then:
(a) A single disconnecting means which will effectively isolate all ungrounded conductors supplying the
equipment shall be provided integral with or adjacent to the equipment; or
(b) Each supply circuit shall be provided with a disconnecting means integral with or adjacent to the equip-
ment, and the disconnecting means shall be grouped together.
Subrule (3) states where multiple disconnecting means as in Subrule (1)(b) are provided, suitable warning
signs shall be placed on or adjacent to each disconnecting means to the effect that all of the disconnecting
means must be opened to ensure complete de-energization of the equipment.
If multiple disconnecting means are installed for multiple supplies to a single transformer, then the following
conditions shall be met; Diagram B3.
The disconnecting means shall be Kirk Key interlocked with the Fuse compartment (Rule 36-208) and; The disconnecting means shall be Kirk Key interlocked with the Fuse compartment (Rule 36-208) and;
Only one supply shall be capable of being energized at any one time, except where two or more sepa- Only one supply shall be capable of being energized at any one time, except where two or more sepa-
rately derived circuits are installed and designed to be connected in parallel during switching operations.
(Rules 6-106, 14-612)
Where multiple disconnecting means are provided, suitable warning signs shall be placed on or adjacent Where multiple disconnecting means are provided, suitable warning signs shall be placed on or adjacent
to each disconnecting means to the effect that all of the disconnecting means must be opened to ensure
complete de-energization of the equipment (Rule 14-416).
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Diagram B3: MuItipIe disconnecting means for a transformer
MH-60 MH-12
3-1C*500 MCM-72M 3-1C*500 MCM-48M
Outdoor Compound
14-414 Two Sources
4.5kV
MCOV
Key Interlock to
Open Fuse
K1/K2/K3
26-250
Disconnecting means
for Transformer
Oil Imersed
4.5kV
MCOV
36-309 Interlocking
of Fuse
5000kVA
4160V-
208/120V
3 Ph, 4W
Z=4.3%
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Bulletin 36-15-4
High voItage equipment standards /Transformer cooIing
fan/ Transformer designations
Rules 36-110, 2-024 and 26-010
Issued May 2009
Supersedes Bulletin 36-15-3
Scope
(1) Standards used for high voltage equipment
(2) Outdoor transformer cooling fans
(3) Temper resistant transformer cooling fans
(4) Transformer designations
(1) Standard used for high voItage equipment
Background
Questions have arisen regarding approval of, and standards used for high voltage equipment. Depending on
the type of equipment, high voltage equipment must be certifed or built to a recognized standard.
Direction
Table B1 details the appropriate CSA standards to be used for high voltage transformers and enclosed switch-
gear.
Oil flled distribution transformers are also built to EEE and ANS standards, which are also acceptable for
use in Ontario.
TabIe B1: CSA Standards used for high voItage equipment
High Voltage Equipment Application Equipment Standard
Oil/Liquid Filled Power Transformer Outdoors within a fenced in station,
or
Indoors within a vault
Built to CAN/CSA C88
Oil/Liquid Filled Distribution Trans-
former (Up to 3MVA) ONAN only
Outdoors within a fenced in station,
or
Indoors within a vault
Built to CAN/CSA C2
Oil/Liquid Filled Distribution Trans-
former (Up to 3MVA) LNAN only
Outdoors within a fenced in station,
or
Indoors within a vault, or
Equipment room
Built to CAN/CSA C2
Single Phase Tamper Resistant Pad
Mount Transformer (Up to 27.6/16.8
kV) (Up to 167 KVA)
Outdoors
Note: no fence required
Built to CAN/CSA C227.3
Three Phase Tamper Resistant Pad
Mount Transformer (Up to 27.6 kV)
(Up to 2500 KVA)
Outdoors
Note: no fence required
Built to CAN/CSA C227.4
Oil/Liquid Filled Tamper Resistant
Pad Mount Transformer
ONAN and LNAN only
Outdoors
Note: no fence required
Built to CAN/CSA C88, and
Built to the tamper resistant
requirements in C227.4
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Air Cooled Distribution Transformer
(Dry Type) (Up to 46 kV)
Indoors or Outdoors Certifed to C22.2 NO.47
Enclosed Switchgear up to 46kV Indoors or Outdoors within a fenced
station
Certifed to C22.2 NO.3
Enclosed Switchgear up to 46kV Outdoors Certifed to C22.2 NO.31
(Tamper resistant Design)
I EEE Standards for High Voltage Equipment
C57.12.00 -
IEEE Standard General Requirements for Liquid-Immersed Distribution, Power and Regulating Transformers.
C57.12.10 -
Safety Requirements 230 kV and Below 833/958 Through 8333/10417 kVA, Single-Phase, and 750/862
Through 60000/80000/100000kVA, Three-Phase Without Load Tap Changing; and 3750/4687 Through
60000/80000/100000 kVA with Load Tap Changing.
C57.12.22 -
Pad-Mounted, Compartmental-Type, Self-Cooled, Three-Phase Distribution Transformers with High Voltage
Bushings, 2500 kVA and Smaller: High Voltage, 34500GrdY/19920 Volts and Below; Low Voltage, 480 Volts
and Below - Requirements.
C57.12.28 -
Pad-Mounted Equipment - Enclosure Integrity.
C57.12.70-
American National Standard Terminal Markings and Connections for Distribution and Power Transformers.
C57.12.80 -
IEEE Standard Terminology for Power and Distribution Transformers.
C57.12.90 -
IEEE Standard Test Code for Liquid-Immersed Distribution, Power, and Regulating Transformers and IEEE
Guide for Short-Circuit Testing of Distribution and Power Transformers.
C57.92 -
Guide for Loading Mineral-Oil-mmersed Power Transformers Up to and including 100 MVA with 65C or
55C Average Winding Rise.
Tamper resistant means, in any normal operating condition, contact with live parts cannot be made either
directly or by means of any conductive material, with or without the use of such common tools as might be
accessible to children. It does not imply proof against any deliberate actions of adults or children
Note: All tamper resistant equipment must meet the general principals of Standard CAN/CSA C227 or IEEE
C57.12.28 including the following:
1. All gauges, valves, primary and secondary terminations, tap changers, oil pressure relief vents
etc. shall be contained within the transformer enclosure.
2. All access doors shall hinged and be capable of being lock with a single lock.
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3. All access doors shall have no exposed bolts or nuts, and have a minimum of two penta bolts
complete with sleeves as detailed in Clause 5.2.1.2 and Figure 7 of CAN/CSA C227.4
4. Equipment shall have no external means of operation of switching equipment nor shall it have an
external glass viewing window.
There shall be no exposed screws, bolts, or other fastening devices that are externally removable, except for
any auxiliary fastening device that may be specifed by the purchaser. There shall be no openings through
which foreign objects such as sticks, rods, or wire may be inserted to contact live parts.
(2) Outdoor transformer cooIing fans
Direction
Cooling fans installed on outdoor transformers shall be installed:
1. within a fenced in station; or
2. as part of a tamper resistant transformer supplying an industrial establishment in a area zoned
industrial.
Note: Fan packages can only be installed on tamper resistant transformers in a low pedestrian traffc indu-
strial area. Fan packages are not to be installed on tamper resistant transformers located in commercial or
residential areas.
(3) Tamper resistant transformer cooIing fans
Direction
Tamper resistant transformer cooling fans shall be provided with:
1. a totally enclosed fan motors; and
2. fan blades suitably guarded with openings no larger than 12.7 mm wide; and
3. wiring to the fan motor,
a. installed in rigid metal conduit with metallic liquid-tight fexible conduit or Teck cable no
longer than required to connect the motors, with heat shrink tubing installed over all ft-
tings, and
b. stainless steel torx screws used on all junction box covers to prevent access to cable
connections, and
c. supplied from a circuit or common breaker that when de-energized will be easily recog-
nized such as a lighting circuit; and
4. a visible or audible alarm, or both, located in the facilitys electrical room to alert personnel of a
possible fan failure;
a. clearly identifed to indicate any overheating of the transformer, and
b. with a manual reset.
5. If the fan control box is located at the transformer and contains fuses for protection of the indi-
vidual fans, then the fuse holders shall be of the disconnecting type and be of touch or fnger safe
design in accordance with Rule 14-402.
6. Local motor disconnecting means located within sight of and within 9 m of the controller and the
fan motors is neither required nor preferred provided Rule 28-604(1)(b)(ii) is complied with.
Used high voltage transformers shall bear the markings as may be necessary to identify the equipment, and
require ratio, polarity, megger, oil dielectric, oil analysis and insulation resistance tests.
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(4) Transformer designations
ONAN Oil-flled natural cooling
ONWF Oil-flled water cooling
ONAF Oil-flled forced-air cooling
OFWF Oil-flled forced-oil water cooling
OFAF Oil-flled forced-oil forced-air cooling
ODAF Oil-flled forced-direct oil force-air cooling
OFAN Oil-flled forced-oil natural cooling
LNAN Flame-retardant liquid-flled natural cooling
LNWF Flame-retardant liquid-flled water cooling
LNAR Flame-retardant liquid-flled forced-air cooling
LFWF Flame-retardant liquid-flled forced-liquid water cooling
LFAF Flame-retardant liquid-flled forced-liquid forced-air cooling
LFAN Flame-retardant liquid-flled force-liquid natural cooling
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Bulletin 36-16-1
CabIe InsuIation (VoItage) Ratings
Rule 36-100
Issued May 2009
Supersedes Bulletin 36-16-0
Scope
(1) Use of 100% or 133% cable insulation ratings
(2) Accepting 35 KV insulated power cables on 27.6 KV Ungrounded systems
(3) Cable insulation for power cables on the 44 KV system
Background
A number of questions have arisen concerning the application of Cable insulation (Voltage) ratings
(1) Use of 100% or 133% cabIe insuIation ratings
The 100% voltage rated cables are applicable to grounded systems provided with protection that will clear
ground faults within 1 minute. 133% rated cables are required on ungrounded systems provided with protec-
tion that will clear the fault within 1 hour. (see Clause 11.4.1 in IEEE Std 141)
(2) Accepting 35 KV insuIated power cabIes on 27.6 KV Ungrounded systems
CAN/CSA -C68.3 Shielded Concentric Neutral Power Cables Rated 5-46 KV recognizes the use of 35 KV
rated cables on 27KV ungrounded systems. This offers contractors another certifed cable. (See Table 4 of
CSA-C68.3)
(3) CabIe insuIation for power cabIes on the 44 KV system
The 44KV system is an effectively grounded 3 wire system, even though there is no neutral conductor. Thus
the 44 KV system permits the use 100% insulation (voltage) rated cable.
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Bulletin 36-17-2
Disconnecting mean and overcurrent protection for customer-owned high voItage
installations
Rules 36-000 and 36-204
Issued May 2009
Supersedes Bulletin 36-17-1
The Local Distribution Company must be consulted in all cases where a customer wishes to connect to their
high voltage system. In addition to meeting all requirements of the Local Distribution Company for connec-
tion, the requirements of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code must also be met. In some cases this has cre-
ated confusion for the customer, and it is recommended that both the Local Distribution Company and Electri-
cal Safety Authority be consulted during the early planning stages of each project to ensure all requirements
can be met. [Rule 36-000(2)]
Rule 36-204 requires customer-owned overcurrent protection and visible isolation ahead of any privately
owned lines, stations, etc. This shall be in the form of circuit breakers or fuses and handle-operated switches
with gradient mats for the operator, and these shall be gang-operated for multi-phase applications. Switches
shall be load-interrupting, or air-break switches interlocked to a load-interrupting device.
Rule 36-204 requires the disconnecting means / overcurrent protection to be located at the point of supply
service connection. However, it is often desirable for reasons of safety to have disconnecting means located
at the station and/or transformer especially if they are at some distance from the supply connection point.
Compliance with the rule in these situations would necessitate installation of two disconnecting means, one at
the supply connection point and one at the station or transformer.
Recognizing that where the station or transformer is located in close proximity to the supply connection point
it is not reasonable to install two disconnecting means in close proximity to each other, the following devia-
tions to the rule shall be permitted:
Permitted Deviations to Rule 36-204
Overhead Installations Underground Installations
If the conductor length between the supply connec-
tion point and the customers station or transformer
does not exceed 200 m, then the disconnecting
means and overcurrent protection shall be per-
mitted to be located at the customers station or
transformer.
If the conductor is completely underground without
maintenance access holes from the base of the dip
pole at the supply connection point to the custom-
ers equipment, then the disconnecting means
and overcurrent protection shall be permitted to be
located at the customers station or transformer.
Utility owned transformer(s) as detailed in Bulletins
36-6-* and 36-11-*
Utility owned transformer(s) as detailed in Bulletins
36-6-* and 36-11-*
If the only change to an existing station is to replace
a transformer or increase transformer capacity, then
no change in location or additional disconnecting
means and overcurrent protection shall be required.
If the only change to an existing station is to replace
a transformer or increase transformer capacity, then
no change in location or additional disconnecting
means and overcurrent protection shall be required.
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Note:
The supply connection point is defned as the point of connection between the supply service and the
consumer's service. Service, consumers and Service, supply are defned in Section 0 of the Ontario
Electrical Safety Code.
Agreements with the Local Distribution Company are required before installing any equipment such as
customer owned cables and lightning arresters, on Local Distribution Company dip poles.
Paragraph 36-006 (5)(c) states: Where metal enclosed switchgear is installed and panels or doors give
access to parts that can only be de-energized and visibly isolated by the Local Distribution Company, the
warning shall add that access is limited to the Local Distribution Company or following an authorization of
the Local Distribution Company.
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Emergency Iighting unit equipment
Rules 46-304
Issued May 2009
Supersedes Bulletin 46-1-4
The Ontario Building Code prescribes when and where emergency lighting is to be installed. The Ontario
Electrical Safety Code contains the wiring requirements for such equipment in Section 46.
Rule 46-304(4) states that unit equipment shall be installed in such a manner that it will be automatically actu-
ated upon failure of the power supply to the normal lighting in the area covered by that unit equipment.
This is not always practical in areas such as large retail areas, a gymnasium in a school, or a manufacturing
area in a factory. In these areas there are usually multiple lighting branch circuits and if one or more of the cir-
cuits failed, the light levels from the remaining circuits should still be high enough to permit persons to safely
exit the area.
In large areas with multiple lighting branch circuits such as those described above, it shall be acceptable to
supply emergency lighting unit equipment from the panel board that supplies the branch circuits in that area
such that the unit equipment will be automatically actuated upon failure of the power supply to that panel
board.
In smaller rooms or areas served by a single lighting branch circuit, the emergency lighting unit equipment
shall be supplied by the branch circuit supplying that lighting such that the unit equipment will be automatically
actuated by failure of the power supply to that lighting.
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Emergency power suppIy wiring and overcurrent protection
Rules 12-1100 to 12-1220, 14-418, 46-000, 46-108 and 46-206
Issued April 2010
Supersedes Bulletin 46-4-1
Scope
(1) Method of wiring for Emergency Power
(2) Method of wiring for Emergency Power using non-metallic conduits
(3) Overcurrent protection of emergency power supply system
(1) Method of wiring for Emergency Power
Background
As per Rule 46-000, Section 46 applies to the installation, operation and maintenance of emergency power
supply and unit equipment intended to provide power to life safety systems. It applies also to the wiring be-
tween the emergency power supply and the life safety systems.
Life Safety Systems are defined under Rule 46-002 and are the loads that are required to be provided with
an emergency power supply by the Ontario Building Code. (Refer to Articles 3.2.7.4, through 3.2.7.10 and
3.2.8.10 of the Ontario Building Code) Generally, these loads are important for public safety and their opera-
tion is crucial for the safe evacuation of the public under a fire or emergency situation. The Ontario Building
Code mandates the type of the emergency power supply, either generator or batteries, and the duration of
time that these loads need to be operational.
Examples of life safety loads are: emergency lighting needed for egress routes and exits, exit signs, fire alarm
systems, elevators, smoke-venting fans, and fire pumps.
Rule 46-202 lists two types of emergency power supply; storage batteries of the rechargeable type or a gen-
erator conforming to CAN/CSA-C282.
In buildings where a generator is used as the emergency power source, Subrule 46-108(5) requires that the
distribution of power from the emergency power source to the life safety loads be separated from all other wir-
ing feeding loads not defned as life safety loads.
As illustrated in the Appendix B diagram this rule mandates a separate transfer switch and separate distribu-
tion for life safety loads. Subrule 46-108(5) does not permit conductors feeding life safety loads to share the
same raceway or the same distribution equipment with conductors feeding other electrical equipment not
defned as life safety loads that are fed from the emergency power supply. The only exception that the rule
permits is for connection to a common emergency supply source, i.e. the common emergency generator.
Therefore, it is only permitted to have one common bus to connect to the common main overcurrent device of
the generator described under Rule 46-206; refer to Figure B1. Power from the emergency source is required
to be separated at the fst point of distribution to feed the different categories of the emergency loads. Note
that transfer switches are not included in the exception provided under Subrule 46-108(5)
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Figure B1 Common Emergency power supply
Any renovations to existing emergency branch circuits or any addition of new emergency branch circuits to
an existing emergency distribution shall be permitted (provided there is the capacity to do so) without requir-
ing upgrading the emergency distribution to comply with Subrule 46-108(5). If a feeder is installed from an
existing emergency distribution to a new emergency sub-distribution, then the new feeder and sub-distribution
shall meet the requirements of Subrule 46-108(5). Refer to Figure B2.
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Figure B2 Addition or renovation to existing emergency distribution systems
Transfer switch for
equipment not
defined by Rule
46-002 as life
safety system
Fire pump transfer
switch as
described in Rules
32-206(4) and 32-
208
Transfer switch for
life safety
system as
defined in Rule
46-002
Existing Emergency
Generator Conforming
to CSA C282
Existing Emergency Loads New Feeder to New
Building or Addition
EXISTING BUILDING
NEW BUILDING OR ADDITION
For installations having more than one building and the emergency loads are supplied by one generator, one
emergency feeder is to be provided for each building and the emergency distribution in each building shall
meet the requirements of Subrule 46-108(5). Refer to Figure B3
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Figure B3 - Emergency power supply from one building to multiple buildings
Question:
Does the emergency main distribution boards located in Building 1,2 or 3, fed from an emergency generator
in another building (Generator Room, as shown in figure B3 above) require a single disconnecting means
ahead of each as per Rule 14-418?
Answer:
No.
Rationale:
Subrule 14-418(1)(c) requires a single disconnecting means to be either integral with or adjacent to the distri-
bution equipment within each building when fed from another building. Subrule 14-418(2) exempts emergency
system circuits from this requirement.
Emergency Generator
Conforming to CSA C282
GENERATO
ROOM
BUILDING 1 BUILDING 2 BUILDING 3
A - Transfer switch for equipment not defned by Rule 46-002 as life safety system
B - Fire pump transfer switch as described in Rules 32-206(4) and 32-208
C - Transfer switch for life safety system as defned in Rule 46-002
A A A B B B C C C
* *
* * *
* * * * * *
*
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(2) Method of wiring for Emergency Power using non-metaIIic conduits
OESC Rule 46-108(2)(c) requires that emergency power conductors (i.e. conductors described in Subrule 46-
108 (1)) be embedded in 50 mm of poured concrete or masonry if installed in non-metallic conduit.
The specifc restriction on use of non-metallic conduits for emergency power system installations was to
ensure operation of these systems under emergency conditions. However, complying with the above rule cre-
ated issues in the feld where conductors had to be installed in rigid non-metallic conduit to avoid moisture or
corrosion problems.
A proposal to accept emergency power conductors installed in rigid non-metallic conduit without concrete
encasement has been submitted to CE Code Part 1, along with the industry submitted information to support
the fact that metallic raceways do not provide better fre protection than non-metallic raceways.
Direction: n Ontario, as of January 2010, in support industry requirements, ESA will accept rigid non-metallic
conduit installed as per Rules 12-1100 to 12-1220, as a wiring method that meets Rule 46-108 requirements.
(3) Overcurrent protection of emergency power suppIy system
Given the critical role of emergency systems, it is essential to ensure the continuity of power from the emer-
gency power supply to the life safety loads.
Subrule 46-206(1) requires that the main overcurrent device protecting the emergency power supply be se-
lectively coordinated with the overcurrent devices of feeders supplying life safety systems and other electrical
equipment connected to the emergency power supply. Suffcient selective tripping shall be provided to ensure
that a fault in any circuit downstream of the main emergency bus shall not result in a loss of generator power
to the main emergency bus. Also, any fault in any circuit downstream from the main feeder breaker for the life
safety distribution shall not result in tripping that breaker. Referring to Figures B1, B2, and B3, operation of
any of the breakers downstream from the breakers marked with an asterisk (*) shall not affect the upstream
overcurrent device.
The main overcurrent device for the emergency power supply shall not be part of a series rated combination
as defned by Rule 14-014. n addition, referring to Figures B1, B2, and B3, any of the breakers marked with
an asterisk (*) shall not be part of a series rated combination.
In addition to the above requirements, it is recommended that all branch circuit overcurrent devices for life
safety loads be selectively coordinated with upstream overcurrent devices to ensure the continuity of the
emergency power supply to life safety loads.
If ground fault protection is required by Rule 14-102 at the main breaker of the emergency power supply,
then additional ground fault protection shall be provided at the feeder breaker for the life safety loads and at
the feeder breaker for non-life safety loads and both shall be selectively coordinated with the main breaker
to ensure continuity of the emergency power supply. Rule 32-212 does not permit ground fault protection to
be installed on the fre pump feeder breaker from the emergency power supply. See Bulletin 32-5-* for further
information.
The overcurrent devices for life safety loads shall be accessible only to authorized personnel in order to mini-
mize the possibility of inadvertent disconnection, as required by Subrule 46-206(2).
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Bulletin 50-1-1
InstaIIation of SoIar PhotovoItaic Systems
Section 50; RuIes: 84-020, 84-024, 84-030; TabIes 11 and 19
Issued May 2011
Supersedes Bulletin 50-1-0
Scope
(1) Introduction
(2) Wiring methods within a photovoltaic array
(a) Acceptable wiring methods within a photovoltaic array
(b) PV wire or cable approved to UL standard UL 4703
(c) Combiner box
(d) Cable support
(e) Attachment plugs
(3) Single-line diagram and labels
(a) Single-line diagram of the interconnected renewable system
(b) Labels
(4) Voltage rating of photovoltaic circuit
(5) Electricity meters
(a) Neutral connection for electricity meters
(b) Generator metering connection
(c) Tapping to the load side of the service box for a parallel metering connection
(6) AC modules and micro-inverters
(a) Disconnecting means
(b) Overcurrent protection
(c) Marking of photovoltaic circuit
(1) Introduction
With the introduction of the Green Energy Act and Feed in Tariff (FIT) program that was launched in Ontario,
many renewable energy projects are under development. Electrical contractors and PV installers have asked
questions and raised some issues that are addressed in this Bulletin.
In addition to this Bulletin, the following documents provide additional information on the installation of solar
photovoltaic systems:
ESA SPEC-004 Electrical Guidelines for nverter-Based Micro Generation Facilities
ESA SPEC- 005 Process Guideline for the nstallation of Parallel Generating Systems
(10kW or Greater)
Bulletin 50-2-* Grounding and Bonding of Solar Photovoltaic Systems
Bulletin 84-1-* nterconnection of Electric Power Production Sources
2) Wiring methods within an array
(a) AcceptabIe wiring methods within a photovoItaic array
Acceptable wiring methods for use within a photovoltaic array are:
Flexible cords for extra-hard usage as per Rule 50-014 requirements;
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Conductors approved for exposed installations where subject to the weather as listed in Table 19.
Although not listed in Table 19, type RWU conductors shall also be permitted.
PV wire or cable approved to UL standard UL 4703
(b) PV wire or cabIe approved to UL standards
Direction 1
In Ontario, in addition to cables permitted by OESC, PV cables approved to UL Standard, UL 4703 Outline of
Investigation for Photovoltaic Wire is an acceptable wiring method within a PV array.
PV cables approved to UL Standard UL 4703 have the following characteristics:
Voltage Rating: 600 V, 1000 V and 2000 V
Temperature Rating: 90C wet and 90, 105, 125 or 150C dry
Number of conductors: single, insulated, stranded copper conductor, size 18 4/0 AWG
Sunlight resistant and marked as Sunlight Resistant or Sun Res.
Marked as PV Wire, PV cable, Photovoltaic Wire or Photovoltaic Cable.
.
Rationale
PV cables certifed to UL Standard UL 4703 are designed for rooftops tough environments, often subject
to snow, ice and scorching heat. Cables marked as PV Wire, PV cable, Photovoltaic Wire or Photovoltaic
Cable have 30C higher temperature rating compared with extra-hard usage outdoor fexible cords and with
the option to even withstand 150C. There is no equivalent Canadian standard for PV cables. The Photo B1
shows typical construction details for PV cable.
Photo B1 - TypicaI construction detaiIs for PV cabIe
(c) Combiner box
Appendix B note to Rule 50-002 shows the diagram of a typical solar photovoltaic system and a device
referenced as a combiner box. ESA SPEC 004 defnes a combiner box as A box used in solar installations
to combine the multiple photovoltaic arrays to produce one circuit. It often contains generator overcurrent
devices.
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The combiner box is permitted to be installed on the roof and it is preferred to be as close as possible to the
PV modules forming an array. The purpose of the combiner box is to group the wiring from the array into one
cable run to the inverter, which refects the logic to have the combiner box as close as possible to the array
(on the roof), as per the Photo B2.
Direction 2
Wiring methods specifed above (subject (2)(a) of this Bulletin) are acceptable for interconnecting PV modules
within array. Therefore, if the combiner box is located outside of a building or a structure and within 1 m from
the physical edge of the PV modules, acceptable wiring methods within array shall be permitted to be extend-
ed to the combiner box. Where a combiner box is not located within 1 m of PV modules or where conductors
are run inside the building or a structure, wiring methods specifed in Section 12 are required.
Photo B2 -Combiner box
(d) CabIe support
Cables and conduit shall be properly supported and shall not lie loosely on the roofng material. Notwithstand-
ing Rule 12-206 requirements for open wiring support, acceptable supporting means are considered to be
straps or other devices located within 300 mm of every box or ftting and at intervals of not more than 1.5 m
throughout the run. This requirement is similar to supporting requirements for non-metallic-sheathed cable as
defned by Rule 12-510(1). Photo B3 is an example of unacceptable cable support.
Photo B3 -UnacceptabIe cabIe support
(e) Attachment pIugs
As per Rule 50-016, the plug-in connectors are required to be of the locking type and be rated for the voltage
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and current of the circuit in which they are installed. Photo B4 shows an example of a connector that meets
Rule 50-016(d) requirement. Locking connectors required by Rule 50-016(d) do not need a tool to unlock.
They shall incorporate a suitable latching mechanism between the mated pair.
Attachment plugs may not be rated for interrupting the current and be marked with a warning indicating that
disconnection under no load is necessary. In this case, the modules must be disabled before disconnecting
the connectors.
Photo B4 - ExampIe of a PV wire connector
(3) SingIe-Iine diagram and IabeIs
(a) SingIe-Iine diagram of the interconnected renewabIe system
Question 1
Does Diagram B1 meet the requirements of Rule 84-030(2) for the single-line diagram of the interconnected
system that is located at the supply authority disconnect switch?
Diagram B1 - TypicaI singIe-Iine diagram of the interconnected system with
paraIIeI meter connection
Answer 1
Yes, this meets the minimum single-line diagram requirements of Rule 84-030(2).
Note: The system ratings required by Rule 50-004 are not required to be displayed at the supply authority
disconnect or on the single-line diagram. The label required by Rule 50-004 shall be posted at the generator
(Source) disconnecting means.
(b) LabeIs
Question 2
What Codes or Standards provide requirements for labels, e.g. DG SOURCE DSCONNECT,
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UTLTYNTERCONNECTED, DG SYSTEM DSCONNECT WARNNG TWO POWER SOURCES?
Does the code require specifc wording?
Answer 2
Rules 2-100 and 84-024 require the labels. However, the rules do not specify the specifc wording. The word-
ing provided in ESA SPEC-004 can be used as an example.
The following markings are applicable CSA Part 2 standards requirements and can be used as guidance:
CSA Standard C22.2 No. 257 defnes Distributed generation (DG) as an electric generation facilities
connected to a distribution system through the point of common coupling. In Annex B of Standard C22.2
No. 257 that is informative shows similar labels as in ESA SPEC-004, i.e. DG - source disconnect
means.
CSA Standard C22.2 No. 107.1, Clause 15.4.1.1 requires When the unit complies with Clause 15, it shall
be marked: UTILITY - INTERCONNECTED, or the equivalent, and Clause 15.4.1.3 specifes: A utility-
interconnected inverter shall be marked: WARNING - POWER FED FROM MORE THAN ONE SOURCE,
or the equivalent.
Question 3
What is considered acceptable for exterior, weatherproof labels required by Section 84? Does the code
specify letters' size?
Answer 3
The Code does not provide specifc requirements; the labels need to be able to withstand the elements, be
permanent and legible, for example: lamacoid, engraved metal plate, or equivalent. Additionally, the label has
to satisfy the local supply authority requirements.
(4) VoItage rating of photovoItaic circuit
The information about the application of Rule 50-006 and determination of the maximum open circuit voltage
for photovoltaic source and output circuits is relocated in Bulletin 50-3-*.
(5) EIectricity meters
(a) NeutraI connection for eIectricity meters
Question 4
For a parallel metering connection, where the generation meter is on the supply side of the service discon-
necting means, do all 4-jaw revenue meters require a neutral conductor to be terminated in the meter base?
Answer 4
No. According to Rule 10-624(2), the grounded conductor on the supply side of the service disconnecting
means is permitted to be used as a bonding conductor for the revenue meter device. In this case the ground-
ed conductor is required to be bonded to the meter mounting device. However, when the grounded conductor
is not used as a bonding conductor for the revenue meter device, the grounded conductor can be run through
the meter base without being terminated and a separate bonding conductor shall be provided between the
service and the meter.
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(b) Generator metering connection
Direction 3
The requirement in the ESA SPEC-004 is to always have the Line side of the metering cabinet connected to g
the utility and the Load side connected to the customer y to ensure consistency and safety, as per Diagram B2. r
Diagram B2 - Generation meter connection
Rationale
When pulling a meter, the standard practice is that the Load side of the metering cabinet will be de-energized
and caution is taken around the Line side as it maybe energized. The ESA guideline is consistent with the
Ontario Power Authority's (OPA's) microFT Contract which requires bi-directional metering for the generator
facility.
(c) Tapping to the Ioad side of the service box for a paraIIeI metering connection
Question 5
In installations where the existing customer load meter is downstream of the main service disconnect, does
the code permit tapping to the load side lugs of the service disconnect for a FIT or microFIT installation with a
parallel metering confguration, as per attached Diagram B3?
Diagram B3 - Tapping to the to the Ioad side Iugs of the service disconnect
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Answer 5
Yes; According to Bulletin 6-7-*, maximum one tap is permitted per service box. Therefore, the generator
meter in a parallel confguration is allowed to be connected to the load side lugs of service disconnect and be
terminated in accordance with Bulletin 6-7-*.
(6) AC moduIes and micro-inverters
Rule 50-002 defnes AC module as a complete, environmentally protected assembly of interconnected solar
cells, inverter, and other components designed to generate ac power. AC modules are designed to generate
AC power when exposed to sunlight and do not have accessible, feld installed DC wiring (as shown in the
Photo B5).
(a) Disconnecting means
For AC modules where the inverter is an integral part of the generator (as shown on Photo B5), and the
combined unit is approved, there is no requirement for a disconnecting means as required by Rule 50-012(1).
However, if any other electric power production source is interconnected with an AC module, the disconnect-
ing means in accordance with Rule 84-020 is required for all production sources.
Photo B5 - AC moduIe where the inverter is an integraI part of the generator
For Micro-inverters, inverters plugged into the photovoltaic panels (as shown on Photo B6), no additional
disconnect switch is required
Photo B6 -Micro-inverter
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(b) Overcurrent protection
The output circuits of AC modules shall have overcurrent protection according to Rule 50-010 requirements
(c) Marking of photovoItaic circuit
Question 6
Does the OESC require marking of PV system with AC modules when interconnecting to the supply authority?
Answer 6
Yes. Although requirements of Rule 50-004 for marking of photovoltaic output circuit at generator disconnect-
ing means are not applicable to AC modules, according to Rule 2-100, PV installations utilizing AC modules
connected to the supply authority shall be marked to identify PV system rating and suitability for the particular
installation.
Question 7
What is the required marking for PV system with AC modules?
Answer 7
According to Rule 2-100 and the intent of Rule 50-004, the required marking for PV installations utilizing AC
modules connected to the supply authority are:
rated AC output current
nominal operating AC voltage
Question 8
Where is the marking for PV system with AC modules required to be located?
Answer 8
The required marking for PV installations utilizing AC modules connected to the supply authority shall be lo-
cated at the supply authority disconnect; or be included in the single-line diagram required by Rule 84-030(2).
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Grounding and bonding of soIar photovoItaic systems
RuIes: 10-102, 10-204,10-208, 10-400, 10-702, 10-808, 10-814, TabIes 16 and 17
Issued January 2011
Supersedes Bulletin 50-2-1
Scope
(1) Introduction
(2) Grounding of solar photovoltaic sources, DC grounding
(a) Grounding of AC modules
(3) Grounding of solar photovoltaic system output, AC grounding
(a) Grounding of solar photovoltaic systems located remotely from the utility interface switch
(4) Ungrounded solar photovoltaic power source
(5) Bonding
(1) Introduction
Background:
Solar photovoltaic systems are often installed on the roofs of the buildings.
Most have aluminum frames and exposed conductors.
In urban areas, they may be installed near transmission lines.
Many of the utility-interactive solar photovoltaic systems operate up to 600 Vdc. These voltages are much
higher than the normal AC voltages in homes and smaller commercial buildings
DC grounding is provided in order to:
protect from shock and fre hazards due to generated energy
limit the DC voltage under the fault condition
minimize the future problems considering the life expectancy of photovoltaic modules and conductors and
their exposure to the harsh environment for many years
(2) Grounding of soIar photovoItaic sources, DC grounding
The following are examples of Code compliant photovoltaic system grounding scenarios. The following dia-
grams represent illustrations of solar photovoltaic system grounding concepts only and are not intended to
provide the wiring instructions within the equipment.
Example 1, Diagram B1 shows remote PV grid installations e.g. remote ground mount PV tracking
systems. The DC system is grounded to a separate grounding electrode installed at the inverter which
serves as a central point for grounding connections
According to Rule 10-810 requirements, the grounding conductor size for DC systems shall be not less
than that of the largest conductor supplied by the system
If DC and AC grounding electrodes exist at the same building, they shall be interconnected as per Rule
10-702 requirements.
The DC grounding system shall have a single-point connection that connects the DC grounded circuit conduc-
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tor (usually negative) to a common grounding point where the DC equipment bonding conductors and the DC
grounding conductor are connected, as per Diagram B1 and B3
Diagram B1 - Grounding of soIar photovoItaic source, ExampIe 1
BT equipment bonding terminal
GND grounding conductor (electrode) terminal
Photo B1 shows an example of an inverter grounding terminal for connection of the DC equipment bonding
conductors and the DC grounding conductor.
Photo B1 - Inverter grounding terminaI
Example 2, Diagram B2; the DC system is grounded to a separate grounding electrode installed at any
point of the photovoltaic output circuit (Diagram B2 shows connection at the combiner box).
Requirements for grounding conductor size and interconnection of DC and AC grounding electrodes (if
both exist at the same building) are the same as in Example 1.
The DC grounding system shall have a single-point connection that connects the DC grounded circuit
conductor (usually negative) to a common grounding point where the DC equipment bonding conductors
and the DC grounding conductor are connected, as per Diagram B2
Diagram B2 - Grounding of soIar photovoItaic source, ExampIe 2
BT equipment bonding terminal
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GND grounding conductor (electrode) terminal
Example 3, Diagram B3 shows the PV grid installations at the same building as the service equipment;
e.g. PV grid installed on a roof.
The DC grounding conductor and AC grounding conductor are connected to a single grounding electrode.
Requirements for grounding conductor size and single-point grounding are the same as in Example 1.
Diagram B3 - Grounding of soIar photovoItaic source, ExampIe 3
BT equipment bonding terminal
GND grounding conductor (electrode) terminal
Most inverters certifed to both UL (UL 1741) and CSA (C22.2 No 107.1) standards are designed to work with
grounded photovoltaic systems and are equipped with DC ground fault protection. Although not required by
the OESC, ESA recommends that DC ground fault protection be used with grounded photovoltaic systems if it
is provided within the inverter.
When the inverter contains a ground fault protection device, caution should be exercised to ensure the DC
grounding is located at the inverter (as per Example 1) in order to utilize the ground fault protection. Any
grounding point installed externally to the inverter (as per Example 2) would bypass the inverter ground fault
protection, which is not recommended.
(a) Grounding of AC moduIes and micro-inverters
Rule 50-002 defnes AC module and Bulletin 50-1-* provides clarifcation for AC module unique installation
requirements.
For AC modules where the inverter is an integral part of the generator (i.e. photovoltaic system) and there is
no accessible DC wiring, there is no requirement or provision for DC grounding.
(3) Grounding of soIar photovoItaic system output, AC grounding
For parallel connection of solar photovoltaic systems, depending on the point of the connection, the utility
disconnecting means may be required to be an approved service box as per Diagrams B4 and B6
Diagram B4 shows the parallel connection of solar photovoltaic systems where the PV system is directly
connected to the supply authority. The utility disconnecting means is required to be an approved service
box. In accordance with Rule 10-204, the utility disconnecting means is required to be grounded as per
Rule 10-106(1) requirements.
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The same requirements related to Diagram B4 are applicable where the PV system is indirectly connect-
ed to the supply authority, on the line side of the customer meter.
Diagram B4 -PV system is directIy connected to the suppIy authority
Diagram B5 shows the parallel connection of solar photovoltaic systems where the PV system is indirectly
connected to the supply authority, on the load side of the service box. The utility disconnecting means is
not required to be an approved service box. Rule 10-204(1)(c) requires that no connection between the
grounded circuit conductor and ground, be made on the load side of the service disconnecting means. It
is important not to connect the neutral conductor to the generation meter enclosure in order to eliminate
parallel paths for neutral current. The neutral bonding jumper in the generation meter enclosure shall be
removed or the neutral block shall be isolated from the meter base to prevent unintentional connection.
Bonding from the meter enclosure to the utility disconnecting means as well as to the inverter shall be
maintained
Diagram B5 - PV system is indirectIy connected to the suppIy authority, on the Ioad side of
the service box
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Diagram B6 shows the parallel connection of solar photovoltaic systems where the PV system is indirectly
connected to the supply authority, on the line side of the service box. The utility disconnecting means is
required to be an approved service box. In accordance with Rule 10-204, the utility disconnecting means
is required to be grounded as per Rule 10-106(1) requirements. The same requirements of not connecting
the neutral conductor to the generation meter enclosure as clarifed with Diagram 5 are applicable
Diagram B6 - PV system is indirectIy connected to the suppIy authority, on the Iine side of the
service box
Where the utility disconnecting means is required to be an approved service box, to satisfy Rule 10-204 re-
quirements, the utility disconnect service box shall be grounded to:
a new grounding electrode installed for the new service box. The two grounding electrodes (the new and
the existing ) shall be interconnected as per Rule 10-702 requirements (as per Diagram B7); or
the new service box is grounded to the existing grounding electrode (as per Diagram B8)
Diagram B7 - Service box grounded to a new grounding eIectrode
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Diagram B8 - Service box grounded to the existing grounding eIectrode
(a) Grounding of soIar photovoItaic systems Iocated remoteIy from the utiIity interface switch
Question 1
For Distributed Generation systems where the generator(s) and inverter(s) are located remotely from the util-
ity interface switch and meter base, is it permitted to re-establish grounding of the identifed (neutral) conduc-
tor at the remote location in accordance with Rule 10-208 (a) in lieu of carrying the circuit bonding conductor
with the circuit conductors?
Answer 1
Yes, it is permitted to re-establish grounding of the identifed (neutral) conductor at the remote location pro-
vided that the identifed (neutral) conductor is routed from utility interface switch (service box) to the remote
location and is grounded in a code compliant manner. Examples of acceptable remote locations where the
grounding is permitted to be re-established:
A disconnect switch that has provisions for grounding of the identifed (neutral) conductor as well as bond-
ing of the neutral block to the switch/device enclosure as per Diagram B9.
An inverter that has a provision for grounding of the identifed (neutral) conductor and termination of the
grounding conductor.
Diagram B9 - Grounding of soIar photovoItaic systems at a disconnect switch
Iocated remoteIy from the utiIity interface switch
BT equipment bonding terminal
GND grounding conductor (electrode) terminal
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Rationale 1
The answer is provided applying Rule 10-208 and considering the remote generation structure as a remote
structure fed from the main building or the pole where the LDC metering and main service box are located.
Rule 10-208 permits the practice for other types of installations where two or more buildings or structures are
fed from a single service, and in fact requires this for buildings housing livestock.
(4) Ungrounded solar photovoltaic power source
When the utility interconnected inverter is designed and certified to work with an ungrounded photovoltaic
power source, the photovoltaic power source (both positive and negative conductors) shall not be grounded.
In Ontario, PV installations with ungrounded solar photovoltaic power source shall meet the following require-
ments:
The disconnect switch required by 50-012 and 84-020 shall be a 2-pole switch to disconnect both un-
grounded conductors (positive and negative);
Overcurrent protection, when required by Rule 50-010 shall be installed in all source conductors (positive
and negative);and
The inverter used with ungrounded PV source supply circuits shall be designed and certifed for the pur-
pose, and should be provided with ground fault protection.
If a ground fault protection is not provided within the inverter, an external GFP device should be pro-
vided.
A requirement for ground fault protection is based on safety hazards that exist with ungrounded systems
when a ground fault occurs. In a case of intermittent ground faults, the system voltage to ground on un-
grounded conductor may rise posing a safety hazard to people who are servicing the system. This condition
may lead to a breakdown of insulation of the unfaulted conductor and the development of multiple ground
faults.
Diagram B10 shows the ungrounded solar photovoltaic power source.
Diagram B10 Ungrounded solar photovoltaic power source
BT equipment bonding terminal
GND grounding conductor (electrode) terminal
GFP ground fault protection
(5) Bonding
Rule 10-400 requires exposed, non-current-carrying metal parts of fxed equipment to be bonded to ground.
Therefore, non-current-carrying metal parts of PV panels, equipment and conductor enclosures shall be bond-
ed. The bonding conductor shall be sized as per Rule 10-814 and shall be not less than that given in Table 16.
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The equipment bonding conductor shall be installed in accordance with Rule 10-808(5) and (6) requirements.
Rule 10-808(5)(b) and (6)(b) requires a bonding conductor smaller than No. 6 AWG copper or No. 4 AWG alu-
minum respectively, to be installed and protected in the same manner as the circuit conductors, or be installed
in a raceway or armoured cable.
In accordance with Rule 50-018 requirements, the connection to a module or panel shall be arranged so that
removal of a module or panel from a photovoltaic source circuit shall not interrupt a bonding conductor to
other photovoltaic source equipment. Photo B2 is an example of non-compliant installation.
There is more than one way to satisfy this rule requirement, e.g. bonding the frame, where the frame is
electrically continuous or connecting the bonding conductor as per Photo B3. Photo B3 shows the bonding
conductor that is continuous through the two bonding clamps so that the panel can be removed without inter-
rupting the continuity of the uncut conductor.
A bonding means for modules shall be installed per the module manufacturer instructions in order to minimize
deterioration from galvanic action that may result from the combination of dissimilar metals as referenced by
Rule 10-602.
Photo B2 - UnacceptabIe bonding conductor connection
Photo B3 - ExampIe of acceptabIe connection of bonding conductor
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VoItage rating of a photovoItaic source circuit
Rule 50-006
Issued May 2011
Background
An increasing number of questions and deviation requests have been received from PV installers and elec-
trical contractors about the application of Rule 50-006 to determine the maximum open circuit voltage for a
photovoltaic source circuit and output circuit.
The intent of this bulletin is to introduce a standard (provisional) deviation for using the minimum recorded
temperature for the PV project region and the recommended temperature coeffcient from the PV module
manufacturer in lieu of the 125% factor required by Rule 50-006. There is a code proposal currently consid-
ered to amend Rule 50-006 to recognize the below direction.
Direction
Notwithstanding Rule 50-006, the maximum photovoltaic source and output circuit voltage shall be permitted
to be calculated using the:
a. rated open-circuit voltage of the photovoltaic power source,
b. difference between 25 C and the lowest expected daily minimum temperature, and
c. voltage temperature coeffcient as specifed by the manufacturer.
Rationale
The 125% factor specifed by Rule 50-006 is the temperature adjustment factor. The rating of photovoltaic
modules is based on the standard test conditions (an irradiance of 1000 W/m2 and an ambient temperature
of 25 C). The voltage produced by the module increases with decreasing temperature. The 125% factor is
based on a minimum module temperature of 40 C.
The lowest daily minimum temperature for different locations in Ontario is available from Environment Cana-
da, Canadian Climate Normals
(http://climate.weatheroffce.gc.ca/climate_normals/stnselect_e.html). Using the manufacturers temperature
coeffcient, the maximum photovoltaic source circuit and output circuit voltage may be calculated using the
following formula:
V
MPC
= V
ROC
x (1 + ((T
M
25) x T
K
))
Where:
T
M
Lowest daily minimum temperature (C)
T
K
Temperature coeffcient (% / C) as per the PV module manufacturer data sheet
V
ROC
Rated open-circuit voltage of the photovoltaic power source (V)
V
MPC
Maximum photovoltaic source circuit and output circuit voltage (V)
ExampIe:
A solar photovoltaic system is installed in a geographic location where the lowest daily minimum temperature
(T
M
) is -18 C. According to the manufacturer's data, the temperature coeffcient (T
K
) is -0.25% / C and the
rated open circuit voltage (V
ROC
) is 92 V.
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Solution:
Applying Rule 50-006, the V
MPC
= 92 x 125% = 115 V
However, by using the information available from Environment Canada for the lowest daily minimum tempera-
ture and the temperature coeffcient as per the PV module manufacturer data, it is permitted to calculate the
maximum photovoltaic source circuit and output circuit voltage as follows:
V
MPC
= 92 V x (1 + ((-18C 25C) x -0.25% / C))
V
MPC
= 92 V x (1 + (-43 x -0.0025)
V
MPC
= 92 V x 1.1075
V
MPC
= 101.89 V
The maximum photovoltaic source and output circuit voltage shall be used to determine the voltage ratings of
cables, disconnects, overcurrent protection and other equipment in photovoltaic source or output circuits.
Note:
This published deviation is based on the upcoming code change which does NOT recognize any other factors
(other than the above mentioned) to calculate the maximum open circuit voltage for a PV source circuit and
output circuit.
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Bulletin 68-7-7
Swimming pooI, hot tub and spa instaIIations
Section 68
Issued May 2011
Supersedes Bulletin 68-7-6
Scope
(1) Swimming pools - general
(2) Grounding & bonding
(3) Wiring methods
(4) GFCI protection
(5) Emergency stop control for spa or hot tub
(6) Cord connected hydromassage bathtubs
Background
Questions have been asked on applying Section 68 of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC). The intent
of this bulletin is to provide answers for the most frequently asked questions to ensure the consistent applica-
tion of the Code.
(1) Swimming pooIs - generaI
Question 1
Does Section 68 apply to in-ground and above-ground pools?
Answer 1
Yes, Section 68 of the OESC applies to both in-ground and above-ground pools. Subrule 68-000(2) lists the
types of pools that are included in the scope of Section 68.
Question 2
Does the OESC permit the installation of extra low voltage landscape lighting systems within 3 m of the edge
of a swimming pool, spa or hot tub?
Answer 2
Yes, provided that the power supply is GFCI protected as required by Rule 68-068 and does not bear the
marking DO NOT MOUNT POWER SUPPLY OR LUMINAIRES WITHIN 3 m OF A SWIMMING POOL OR
SPA. (Rule 2-034).
Rationale 2
C22.2 No. 250.7-07, Extra-low-voltage landscape lighting systems, Clause 6.101.3 Power supply marking and
instructions states A power supply shall be marked in accordance with Table 20.101.1 and shall be provided
with installation instructions in accordance with Table 20.102.1, Items 2.1 to 2.11, as applicable. Item 2.8 in
Table 20.102.1 states DO NOT MOUNT POWER SUPPLY OR LUMINAIRES WITHIN 3 m OF A SWIMMING
POOL OR SPA.
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(2) Grounding & bonding
Question 3
Do the bonding requirements of Rule 68-058 apply to above-ground pools as well as in-ground pools?
Answer 3
Yes. Rule 68-058 talks about pools, which includes any of the items in 68-000(2)(a) thru (g).
Question 4
Does the Code require metal parts of the pool and the other non-electrical equipment associated with the pool
to be bonded together and to non-current-carrying metal parts of electrical equipment?
Answer 4
Yes, Rule 68-058(1) requires metal parts of the pool and other non-electrical equipment associated with the
pool (metal piping, pool reinforcing steel, metal ladders, diving board supports, fences, etc.) to be bonded
together and to non-current-carrying metal parts of electrical equipment associated with the pool (e.g. pool
circulating pump) as per Diagram B1. Prior to OESC 2009, metal pool parts were not required to be bonded to
the electrical equipment if there was no electrical equipment within 3 m of the pool.
Diagram B1 - Pool bonding as per Rule 68-058(1) requirements
Question 5
Is a pool bonding conductor specified by Rule 68-058(1) required to be connected to a grounding electrode?
Answer 5
No. A pool bonding conductor specified by Rule 68-058(1) is not required to be connected to a grounding
electrode. The bonding required by Rule 68-058(1) is installed to eliminate voltage gradients in the pool area
and to ensure that all metallic parts described in the rule are at the same electrical potential.
Question 6
Does the installation of new pool equipment or replacement of existing pool equipment (for example: the
installation of heater where there was no heater before, or pump replacement) at an existing pool built prior to
2009 where no pool bonding was previously installed, require bonding of the pool and equipment be brought
into compliance with Rules 68-058(1) of the 2009 Edition of the OESC?
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No, provided that the new or replaced equipment is not located within 3 m of the inside wall of the pool or is
suitably separated from the pool by a fence, wall, or other permanent barrier. .
Question 7
What is the minimum size of conductor required for bonding the metal parts of the pool and other non-electri-
cal equipment to the non-current-carrying metal parts of electrical equipment associated with the pool?
Answer 7
Rule 68-058 requires that the minimum size of bonding conductors for pools not be smaller than No. 6 AWG
copper for permanently installed pools and for all in-ground pools. For all other pools, where the bonding con-
ductor is incorporated within a cable assembly or raceway, refer to Table 16.
Question 8
Can the split bolts or ground lugs be aluminum?
Answer 8
No. Any split bolts or ground lugs located underground shall be approved for earth burial. Components lo-
cated outdoors shall be approved as suitable for wet locations.
Rule 2-034 requires approved electrical equipment of a kind or type and rating approved for the specifc pur-
pose for which it is to be employed.
Question 9
At how many points does the pool-reinforcing steel need to be bonded?
Answer 9
Rule 68-058 (2) requires pool-reinforcing steel to be bonded with a minimum of four connections equally
spaced around the perimeter.
Note: A galvanized steel pool shell made up of individual panels securely bolted together need only be
bonded in one location in accordance with Rule 68-058(8).
Question 10
Does the deck-reinforcing steel need to be bonded?
Answer 10
Yes, Rule 68-058 (1) requires deck-reinforcing steel to be bonded together and to other metal parts of the
pool.
Question 11
At what point does a metal fence require bonding?
Answer 11
Rule 68-058 requires metal fences within 1.5 m of the inside walls of the pool to be bonded.
Question 12
Do we need to bond a metallic gas pipe that is located within 1.5 m of the inside walls of the pool?
Answer 12
Yes. The gas pipe shall be bonded as per Rule 68-058 (1).
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Question 13
Does Rule 68-058 require bonding of the metal covers of pool drains where the drain body is of non-metallic
material?
Answer 13
No. The cover does not have provision for bonding and it is not practicable to do so. The cover is a minor
metal item not a large item as described in the Rule non-electrical equipment associated with the pool such
as piping, pool reinforcing steel, ladders, diving board supports, and fences. The cover is mounted on non-
conductive material and does not have a reference to remote earth.
(3) Wiring methods
Question 14
s it acceptable to install an NMD-90 conductor in a PVC underground conduit?
Answer 14
No, Rule 12-928 states raceways installed underground or in concrete slabs in direct contact with moist earth
shall comply with Section 22 Rules for Category 1 locations.
Rule 22-200 requires individual conductors and non-metallic sheathed cables in Category 1 areas to be suit-
able for use in wet locations. Non-metallic sheathed cables shall be of the NMW or NMWU type.
NMD-90 non-metallic sheathed cable is suitable for use only in dry or damp locations.
Question 15
Is it acceptable to install an NMD-90 conductor in a surface mounted PVC conduit above grade, such as
along the brick wall of a house?
Answer 15
Yes, PVC raceway installed above grade is considered a dry or damp location.
Note: where a PVC raceway passes through a wall from a warm area to a cold area (interior to exterior of
house) it shall be sealed to prevent condensation in the raceway. Rule 22-302.
Question 16
s a gas pipe permitted to be installed in the same trench as electrical wiring supplying pool equipment?
Answer 16
Yes, provided that the electrical wiring and the gas piping are separated by at least 300 mm (12) horizontally
within the trench. (Rule 12-012 and CSA Standard C22.3 No. 7 for Underground Systems)
Question 17
With an above-ground pool, what is a minimum distance between an underground PVC conduit or cable, and
the pool?
Answer 17
Rule 68-056 applies to above ground, in-ground and other types of pools listed in Rule 68-000(2).
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If the PVC raceway/cable is supplying equipment directly related to the pool (pump, lighting, etc) and the
circuit is GFCI protected, there is no minimum separation required.
If a PVC raceway/cable is supplying non-pool related equipment, it must be kept separated from the inside
walls of the pool by the distances specifed in Table 61.
(4) GFCI protection
Question 18
If a pool, spa or hot tub is installed within 3 m of existing electrical equipment, does the equipment require
GFC protection? Examples are outside receptacles, lighting, central air conditioning unit, electrical revenue
meter, etc.
Answer 18
Yes, Rule 68-068 requires electrical equipment that is located within the confnes of the pool walls or within
3 m of the inside walls of the pool to be GFCI protected unless the electrical equipment is suitably separated
from the pool area by a fence, wall, or other permanent barrier.
Question 19
f a pool pump is within 3 m of the pool, does it have to be GFC protected?
Answer 19
Yes, Rule 68-068 requires GFCI protection of the pump that is within 3 m of the inside wall of a pool unless it
is suitably separated from the pool area by a fence, wall, or other permanent barrier.
Note:
If the pump is cord connected to a receptacle of 5-15R or 5-20R configuration, Rule 26-710(n) re-
quires that receptacles of 5-15R or 5-20R configuration of residential occupancies, installed outdoors,
be protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter of the Class A Type. In this case it wouldnt matter if
the pump were located further than 3 m.
If the pump is cord connected to a receptacle other than 5-15R or 5-20R configuration, and the pool
pump is within 3m of the pool, the Code requires a GFCI of Class A type protection for the branch
circuit supplying this receptacle.
If the pump is cord connected to a receptacle other than 5-15R or 5-20R configuration, and the pool
pump is not within 3m of the pool, GFCI protection is not required by the Code.
Question 20
s there any specifcation on this wall or barrier?
Answer 20
Rule 68-068 requires a fence, wall, or other permanent barrier. The intent is the barrier prevents an occupant
of the pool area from contacting the electrical equipment unless it is GFCI protected.
In order to assess compliance with the Rule, a 3 m piece of string with one end held at the edge of the pool
should not be able to reach the electrical equipment by going around the barrier or through a door or gate in
the barrier.
The barrier should not have any openings or gaps that would permit a person to reach through and contact
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Question 21
s it acceptable to install a GFC outlet and not a breaker for the plug in pump of an above-ground pool?
Answer 21
If the receptacle were further than 3 m from the pool, a GFCI outlet would be permissible.
Rule 68-064 does not permit a receptacle to be located closer than 1.5 m to the pool. Rule 68-068 does not
permit the GFCI protection to be closer than 3 m to the pool.
Question 22
Where a portable (storable) pump motor is located within 1.5 m of a pool does the Code permit the use of a
GFC type receptacle next to the pump?
Answer 22
No. Rule 68-064 requires a receptacle to be located not closer than 1.5 m to the pool, however Rule 68-068
requires the GFCI to be not closer than 3 m to the pool. The GFCI protection for the receptacle would have to
be located further than 3 m from the pool.
5) Emergency shut-off switch for pubIic spa or hot tub
The emergency shut-off switch (stop button) shall be installed for each spa or hot tub except for a spa or hot
tub installed at a dwelling unit. The emergency shut-off switch is required by Rule 68-404 for a public spa.
Public spa is defned under the Ontario Building Code and Article 3.12.5.1 provides further requirements for
the installation and connection of emergency shut-off switches.
The emergency shut-off switch shall be independent of the controls for a spa or a hot tub.
The emergency shut-off switch shall comply with Rule 68-404 (4).
This would be accompanied by an emergency sign posted adjacent to the emergency stop button containing
the words N THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY PUSH EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON AND USE EMER-
GENCY PHONE, AUDIBLE AND VISUAL SIGNAL WILL ACTIVATE.
Note: Rule 68-404 requires controls for a spa or hot tub to be located behind a barrier or not less than 1 m
horizontally from the spa or hot tub unless they are an integral part of an approved factory built unit.
Question 23
s GFC protection required if the emergency shut-off switch is extra low voltage e.g. 24 V?
Answer 23
Yes, Rule 68-068(7) requires GFCI protection for the emergency shut-off switch located within 3 m of a pool
or tub irrespective of voltage.
Note: Where the emergency shut off switch is GFC protected, the emergency shut off circuit shall be con-
nected such that tripping of the GFCI protector shall also cause the pump motor to stop.
Question 24
Is an emergency shut-off switch for an existing public pool in supervised location, permitted to be located
inside the life guard control room or must it be located at the pool deck?
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Answer 24
The Ontario Building Code (OBC) defnes a public pool and classifes it to Class A and Class B pools. The
OBC provides the requirements for emergency stop button location depending on classifcation of the pool.
Refer to Article 3.11.10.1 (12) of OBC for more information.
ESA recommends seeking advice from building offcials for this question, as it is an Ontario Building Code
issue.
(6) Cord connected hydromassage bathtubs
OESC Rule 68-302 requires electrical equipment forming an integral part of a hydromassage bathtub to be
protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter of the Class A type. This Code Rule applies to permanently and
cord connected hydromassage bathtubs.
Where a cord-connected hydromassage bathtub, spa or hot tub is intended to be installed the requirements of
68-306 shall be met.
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Bulletin 75-3-4
Surface attachments methods for mast retrots/ Overhead conductor support
Rules 75-324, 6-112
Issued January 2011
Supersedes Bulletin 75-3-3
Scope
(1) Acceptable surface attachments methods for residential mast retrofts and single point rack
(2) Alternate method for overhead conductor support
(1) AcceptabIe surface attachment methods for residentiaI mast retrots and single
point rack
Background
The best method of attaching a service mast to a building is by using the through bolt clamp assembly as
shown on Specifcation 28, Section 75. This method is not always possible for retroft installations without dis-
turbing the interior fnish of the wall. It has been determined that two correctly installed fasteners will provide
adequate support in lieu of one sixteen millimeter through bolt. Consequently, a number of different surface
attachment methods have been used. Some resulted in feld problems.
Direction
The purpose of this bulletin is to identify acceptable surface attachment methods. These are:
1. Wood Frame Walls
A minimum of two, 3/8 diameter by 4 long lag screw penetrating at least 3 into the solid wood.
Prebored pilot holes plus counterbores are required for proper installation.
2. Brick Block or Concrete Walls
A minimum of two, 3/8diameter by 1-7/8 long expanding type sleeve anchor installed in a 2 clearance
hole.
Hollow materials such as block or brick may require a different type of anchor than solid materials such as
concrete.
.
ExampIes of UnacceptabIe Practices are:
1. Lag screws that have been hammered into the wood.
2. Lag screws without frst boring the proper pilot hole. (This may crack the wood and have inadequate
strength.)
3. Lag screws used on masonry walls. Lead shields or plugs do not have adequate strength for mast attach-
ment.
4. Sleeve anchors located in mortar joints.
5. Less than 3 points of support.
In wood framing where it is necessary to span the distance between two studs, a section of galvanized steel
support channel with a clamp, can be used to spread the load. Galvanized steel support channel may also be
used on block or brick walls to ensure that the position of the two sleeve anchors is not too near the edge of
the brick and not both in the same brick.
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Photo B1
ExampIes of AcceptabIe Expanding Type SIeeve Anchors
Concrete Sleeve Anchor Concrete Single Expansion Anchor
Concrete Double Expansion Anchor Concrete Lag Shield Anchor
Single Point Rack Mast Clamp with Two Lag Screws
(2) AIternate method for overhead conductor support
Background
OESC Rule 6-112(1) requires a means of attachment for overhead conductors and sub paragraph (6) indi-
cates that bolts are required for securing the support.
Historically angle iron has been used as a method of supporting overhead conductors in the Province of On-
tario.
Direction
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide consistency in the use of angle iron for overhead conductor support.
1. Perforated light duty angle iron is not permitted.
2. Angle iron is to have corrosion protection similar to an approved service mast.
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3. Refer to Diagram B1, the illustrated installation shall be permitted
4. The consumers service conduit is required to be securely fastened and supported where it extends
through the roof line and the emergence of the conductor from the weather head is required to be a
minimum of 150mm to a maximum of 300 mm above the support for the of attachment of the overhead
conductor as required by Rule 6-116(b).
5. Angle iron shall be 4 X 4 X 3/8 hot dipped galvanized
Angle iron shall have a minimum of three through bolts securely fastened to the building structure.
Bolts shall be 16mm (5/8) hot dip galvanized.
Bolts shall have 50mm X 50mm (2X2) fat washers
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Roadway Lighting Systems
Rules 2-024, 2-132, 8-102, 30-1002, 30-1030, 75-002, and 75-604,
Issued May 2009
Supersedes Bulletin 30-9-6
Scope
(1) Introduction
(2) General
(3) Approval of equipment
(4) Service equipment requirements
(5) Low voltage surge protective devices
(6) Voltage drop on roadway lighting circuits
(7) Receptacles for decorative roadway lighting
(1) Introduction
This bulletin covers all Roadway Lighting Systems and similar installations on a Municipal or a Provincial right
of way and all electrical work and electrical equipment associated with, or connected to these systems.
The term Roadway lighting systems is defned in Rule 75-002.
Other systems and similar installations that shall meet the requirements of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code
include but are not limited to the following: Tunnel Lighting, Pedestrian Lighting, Spot Lighting, lluminated
Street Signs, and Decorative Lighting Circuits.
(2) General
Roadway lighting systems shall be installed in accordance with Rule 75-604.
Bonding of roadway lighting luminaires shall be in accordance with Rule 30-1030.
(3) ApprovaI of eIectricaI equipment
Service entrance switches, inline fuse holders, fuses, and GFCIs shall be approved for their intended use.
Roadway lighting system poles and other supporting structures need not be approved.
Rationale
Roadway lighting system equipment and poles are manufactured to the Canadian Highway Bridge Design
Code (CHBDC), Municipal Standards (MS) or the Ontario Provincial Standard (OPS).
(4) Service equipment requirements
Underground and dedicated roadway lighting systems shall meet the service entrance requirements of Rule
30-1002.
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Where no dedicated roadway lighting bus is available, single roadway luminaires shall be permitted to be
connected to overhead 120/240 volt distribution circuits, which supply other customer loads, by means of a
fnger-safe in-line weatherproof fuse holder and service entrance equipment shall not be required. See Figure
B1.
Figure B1
(5) Low voItage surge protective devices
Low-voltage surge protective devices or transient voltage surge suppressors are surge suppression products
designed for repeated suppression of transient voltage surges on 60 Hz power circuits of low-voltage sys-
tems, ie, those not exceeding 750 V.
High-voltage spikes can expose equipment and protective devices to possible damage. Transient voltage
surge suppressors installed for Roadway Lighting Systems, where located outside of buildings do not present
the same equipment or property hazards as surge suppressors would where installed indoors.
Therefore, overcurrent protection is not required for a low-voltage surge protective device on roadway lighting
systems installed outside of buildings.
(6) Voltage drop in roadway lighting circuits
Question
Is it acceptable to permit a voltage drop that exceeds 5% in a dedicated circuit feeding hardwired street
lights?
Answer
Yes, provided that the voltage drop in a roadway lighting installation shall not result in a voltage at the lumi-
naire that is outside the rated operating voltage limitations of the luminaire.
Rationale
Although 8-102(1)(b) does not permit the voltage drop to exceed 5% from the supply side of the consumers
service to the point of utilization, the installation methods for street light circuits may not easily meet this per-
centage.
Approved street lighting ballasts are available with percentage voltage tolerances that exceed 5%. Roadway
lighting systems by their nature must be able to withstand the elements. They are part of a life safety system
that requires them to be robust. These items pose no fre or shock hazard when installed and maintained
properly and can be accepted as part of the wiring installation as per Rule 2-024 (3).
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(7) ReceptacIes for decorative roadway Iighting
Receptacles fed from Local Distribution Companies (LDC) or Street Lighting Circuits (See Diagrams B1 - B4)
Where receptacles are installed for decorative lighting and are fed from a LDC or street lighting circuits, the
receptacle circuit shall comply with the Ontario Electrical Safety Code.
Exceptions
Where an existing circuit is to supply new receptacles intended for decorative lighting, inline fuse holders shall
be permitted in lieu of service entrance equipment where:
(1) A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) of the Class A Type protection is provided to protect the
receptacle(s); and
(2) Any circuit less than 1.5m above grade is
(a) Mechanically protected; or
(b) Installed in rigid metallic conduit complete with metallic weatherproof boxes, intended to reduce the
likelihood of damage; and
(3) Where there is no equipment bonding conductor present at the existing installation, a new bonding con-
ductor shall be established by connecting a bonding conductor to the system neutral on the supply side of
any GFCI protection.
Note
This practice shall only be permitted where the system neutral is multi-grounded and is connected to a
grounding electrode within 5 pole spans, in either direction, of this connection. The neutral potential shall not
exceed 10 volts under steady state conditions.
Rationale
Rule 2-132. Ground fault circuit interrupters shall be permitted as supplementary protection from shock haz-
ard but shall not be used as a substitute for insulation or grounding
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BuIIetin 76-1-9
Temporary services
Rules 76-008, 76-008, 76-016, 75-248
Issued October 2009
Supersedes Bulletin 76-1-8
Scope
(1) Temporary services not exceeding 200A
(2) Temporary services Overcurrent protection
(3) Receptacles used in construction projects
(1) Temporary services not exceeding 200 A
Direction
(1) Where the temporary service is not in or on a building and does not exceed 200 amps, it shall be mount-
ed:
(a) On a pole; or
(b) A treated solid wood post measuring nominally 6 x 6 and adequately braced for the conditions.
(2) Where the temporary service is on a pole, which is also a dead end pole for a secondary line, guying is
required in accordance with Subrules 75-248(3) & (4).
(3) Where the temporary service is mounted on a nominal 6 X 6 treated post and is fed from an overhead
supply, the overhead conductor shall be a slack span not to exceed 10 m in length; and
(a) The post shall be guyed in accordance with Subrule 75-248(3); and
(b) The point of attachment and vertical clearance of the overhead supply conductors shall be installed in
accordance with Subrule 6-112(2); and
(c) Street and lane crossings of supply conductors to temporary post installations are not permitted.
(4) Overhead temporary distribution circuits shall be installed as required by Section 75 with the exception of
dead end guys referenced in Subrule 75-248(4).
(5) Temporary services larger than 200 A shall be permitted, subject to special permission.
(6) The supply authority may have additional requirements regarding poles for temporary wiring, based on
consideration for the work safety of their staff. Any such requirements may be obtained from the supply
authority.
Notes:
(1) A treated 6 x 6 wood post is not considered as a pole meeting the requirements of Section 75.
(2) The reference to a nominal 6 X 6 post includes a dimensional post of 5 x 5 . includes a dimensional post of 5 x 5 .
(2) Temporary services - Overcurrent protection
Background:
It is common practice on construction sites to use an overhead pole line to supply services for temporary
power throughout a site.
Issues have arisen where overhead neutral support cable supplying distribution panels or load centers for
temporary power are installed without proper overcurrent protection for the panel or tap conductors.
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cable that is tapped from an overhead 60 amp feeder. The load center does not have a main breaker and con-
tains more than two branch circuit spaces and supplies power for multiple temporary construction receptacles.
The installation is part of an overhead temporary construction service pole line.
Direction:
Subrule 14-100(c) requires that the tap conductor have an ampacity not less than one-third that of the larger
conductor from which it is supplied; be suitably protected from mechanical damage, be not more than 7.5 m
long, and terminate in a single overcurrent device rated or set at a value not exceeding the ampacity of the
conductor.
The #10 AWG conductors are of adequate size, the cable is considered as protected from mechanical dam-
age by location on the pole and is normally less than 7.5 m in length; however the Subrule requires that the
conductor terminate in a single overcurrent device. If the tap conductor terminates directly onto a panel board
or load center buss, and the load center contains spaces for additional overcurrent devices, then the installa-
tion is not code compliant. The installation does not meet the intent of Subrule 14-100(c) because the smaller
conductors can be overloaded if additional overcurrent devices are installed. Back feeding and labelling a
moulded case circuit breaker in the load center (as per Bulletin 14-5-*) is acceptable for compliance and
meets the requirements of Subrule 14-100(c) to terminate on a single overcurrent device.
Diagram B1 -Overhead poIe Iine temporary service
Note 1:
Subrule 14-100(c) permits the lower ampacity tap provided that the smaller conductor:
v has an ampacity not less than one-third that of the larger conductor from which it is supplied;
v is suitably protected from mechanical damage (The cable is considered as protected from mechanical
damage by its location on the pole.);
v is not more than 7.5 m long; and
v terminates in a single overcurrent device rated or set at a value not exceeding the ampacity of the
conductor; but beyond the single overcurrent device the conductor shall be permitted to supply any
number of overcurrent devices.
Note 2:
Subrule 14-100(c) requires that the tap conductor terminate in a single main overcurrent device rated not
more than the ampacity of the tap conductor, and that single overcurrent device can then supply any number
of additional overcurrent devices. Diagrams B2 & B3 illustrate this requirement.
60 A
Service
Box
Supply Service
Load
Center &
Receptacles
See Note 2
60 A
rated
#10 AWG
30 A rated
tap
See Note 1
Additional temp services
Load
Center &
Receptacles
See Note 2
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Diagram B2 - 2 poIe 15 amp breaker
Note:
The 2 pole 15 amp breaker provides overcurrent protection for tap from feeder as per Subrule 14-100(c) and
also provides overcurrent protection of receptacles as per Rule 14-600. The circuit breaker enclosure shall
not be capable of holding additional circuit breakers.
Diagram B3 - 2 poIe 30 amp breaker
Note:
The 2 pole 30 amp breaker is the single overcurrent device for protection of tap as per Subrule 14-100(c). The
single overcurrent device is permitted to be a back fed circuit breaker if it is in compliance with Bulletin 14-5-
*. Additional overcurrent devices are permitted downstream of the main overcurrent device for protection of
individual outlets, etc as shown in the sketch.
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(3) Receptacles used in construction projects
Background:
Rule 76-016 states that receptacles having CSA configuration 5-15R or 5-20R installed to provide power for
buildings or projects under construction or demolition shall be protected by ground fault circuit interrupters of
the Class A type and the following questions have been raised.
Question 1:
Is a permanently installed panelboard in residential construction with an ESA advanced connection authoriza-
tion considered to be a temporary installation within the scope of Section 76 of the OESC?
Answer 1:
No, a permanently installed panelboard in residential construction with an ESA advanced connection authori-
zation is not considered to be a temporary installation within the scope of Section 76.
Question 2:
Are 5-15R or 5-20R receptacles that are permanently installed in residential construction as required by Rules
26-700, 710, 712 and 714 within the scope of Section 76 when they are used to provide power for tools at
construction or demolition projects?
Answer 2:
No, in residential construction, 5-15R or 5-20R receptacles installed on a permanent basis are not within the
scope of Section 76 and are not required to be GFCI protected unless mandated by other rules within the
OESC.
Rationale for Question 1 and 2:
Section 76 applies to temporary wiring installations, which are installations that will only last for a limited pe-
riod of time. An example is a temporary pole service and receptacles that will be removed after completion of
construction of the building. Rule 76-016 requires GFCI protection of these receptacles.
Panel boards, branch circuits and receptacles that are installed for future permanent use within a building un-
der construction are not considered as temporary installations within the scope of Section 76 and Rule 76-016
does not apply.
Note:
The Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulation 213/91- Construction Projects requires that portable
tools used outdoors or in wet locations be protected by a GFCI of the Class A type. If portable tools are
plugged into permanently installed non-GFCI protected receptacles as described in Question 2, then portable
plug in GFCI protective devices may be required for compliance.
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Interconnection of electric power production sources
Section 84 and Rule 2-010
Issued October 2010
Supersedes Bulletin 84-1-5
Scope
(1) Requirements for non-utility generating systems
(2) Single-phase inverters connected to three-phase system
(3) Disconnecting means and overcurrent protection for multiple inverters operating in parallel
(4) Inverters approval
(1) Requirements for non-utiIity generating systems
Non-utility generating systems are subject to inspection in accordance with the Ontario Electrical Safety
Code. This Bulletin provides additional information to Section 84.
Additional information can also be found in:
(1) ESA-SPEC-004 Electrical guidelines for inverter-based micro-generating facility 10 kW and smaller; and
(2) ESA-SPEC-005 Process Guideline for the Installation of Parallel Generating Systems, 10 kW or Greater
(3) CSA C22.2 No. 257 Interconnecting inverter-based micro-distributed resource to distribution systems
(4) CSA C22.3 No. 9 Interconnection of distributed resources and electricity supply systems
General
The Supply Authority requires consultation before planning an interconnection.
Protection and Control
Protection and control of non-utility generating systems is required in accordance with Section 84.
For generating systems based on the inverter technology, an inverter that is approved and marked UTLTY-
INTERCONNECTED is acceptable as meeting the protection and control requirements of Section 84.
For generating systems based on non-inverter technology, or utilizing an approved stand-alone inverter, the
protection and control required by Section 84 shall be coordinated with and acceptable to the supply authority,
prior to connection authorization from ESA. The owner or owner's agent shall provide verifcation to ESA that
the installed protection and control is acceptable to the supply authority.
For this reason, the Local Distribution Companies (LDC) must be involved with non-utility, electric power pro-
duction installations.
Temporary connections may be authorized to permit calibration and coordination prior to generation.
PIan Review
Electrical work on any electrical installation shall not commence until plans have been submitted and exam-
ined by the inspection department where the electrical installation involves any installations involving con-
sumer-owned, electric-power-generating equipment, with a rating in excess of 10 kW (Micro size) as defned
by the OEB, and operating in parallel with a supply authority system.
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(2) Single-phase inverters connected to three-phase system
Question 1
For FIT Systems (> 10KW), when using inverter technology, are single-phase inverters, certifed as "UTILITY-
INTERCONNECTED" and connected in a three-phase balanced confguration, permitted to be connected to a
three-phase utility system?
Answer 1
No, unless the customer provides the following:
Confrmation that the installation is acceptable to the LDC, and
The installation meets the inverter manufacturers requirements;
Where permitted to be connected by the LDC, the three-phase confgured system shall be considered one
generation source for the purpose of applying Rules 84-008 and 84-018, and shall meet the following require-
ments:
Confrmation that Rule 84-008 is satisfed, by providing loss of utility voltage sensing (phase loss sensing)
on all phases, such that upon loss of LDC voltage on any one phase, the production source automatically
disconnects all inverters simultaneously from the LDC system; and
Confrmation that Rule 84-018 is satisfed, by providing loss of voltage sensing (phase loss sensing) on all
phases, such that upon loss of voltage in one or more of the electric power production source phases, the
production source automatically disconnects all inverters simultaneously from the interconnected system.
Rationale 1
Multiple inverters connected in 3-phase confguration are considered a 3-phase balanced generation system.
That is the basis that they are being connected to the grid and where applicable, the impact assessment
required by the LDC would have considered only the generation system based on a 3-phase confguration.
Hence Rules 84-008 and 84-018 are applied based on one 3-phase generation source.
If Rules 84-008 and Rule 84-018 are satisfed, the Code does not specifcally prevent the practice, provided
the LDC is in agreement with the installation and Protection & Control (P&C) of the system. CSA standard
C22.2 No. 107.1, Clauses 15.3.4.1 and 15.3.4.2 require a utility-interconnected inverter both a single and a
three-phase to cease to deliver power on phase(s) that the inverter is connected to when the phase(s) voltage
goes outside the range specifed in Table 16 of the Standard.
Question 2
For micro FIT Systems (10KW or less), are one or two single-phase inverters certifed as "UTILITY-INTER-
CONNECTED permitted to be connected to a three-phase utility system, similar to the Diagram B1 shown
below?
Diagram B1 Single-phase inverters connected to a three-phase utility system
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Answer 2:
No, unless the customer provides the following:
a. Confrmation that the installation is acceptable to the LDC, and
b. The installation meets the inverter manufacturers requirements;
Rationale 2
Connection of one or two single-phase inverters to a three-phase utility system creates unbalance in the grid
and may pose a hazard if the inverter design and the utility grid does not tolerate the unbalance, hence it shall
not be permitted unless acceptable to the LDC and meet the inverters manufacturers requirements.
Question 3
Where two single-phase inverters are permitted to be connected to a three-phase utility system, will these be
considered as one generation source for the purpose of applying Rules 84-008 and 84-018?
Answer 3
No, where the unbalanced voltage is acceptable to the LDC, it shall be permitted to consider each inverter as
a separate source for the application of Rules 84-008 and 84-018.
In this case, Rule 84-008 is satisfed by using an approved "UTILITY-INTERCONNECTED" inverter, where
upon loss of voltage in the phase(s) to which the inverter is connected, the inverter will cease to deliver power
to these phase(s), i.e. it will not be required for the inverter to sense other phases that it is not connected to
and does not feed. Similarly, Rule 84-018 will not require each inverter to communicate to the other inverter
which is connected to other phase(s) and disconnect upon its failure or disconnection.
Rationale 3
The inverters are not connected in a 3-phase balanced confguration, and are not considered as one genera-
tion source. The unbalance is already accepted by the LDC and is according to the manufacturer data. Failure
of one inverter does not increase the unbalance. If one single-phase inverter is connected, the Code does not
require it to sense the voltage on the phase it is not feeding. CSA standard C22.2 No. 107.1, Clauses 15.3.4.1
and 15.3.4.2 require a utility interconnected inverter both a single and a three-phase to cease to deliver power
on the phase(s) that the inverter is connected to when the phase(s) voltage goes outside the range specifed
in Table 16 of the Standard.
(3) Disconnecting means and overcurrent protection for
multiple inverters operating in parallel
Question 4
For an installation that incorporates two inverters tied to a common A/C feeder, does a single disconnecting
means on the A/C common output, satisfy Rules 50-012 and 84-020? (See Diagram B2)
Diagram B2 - SingIe disconnecting means for muItipIe inverters,
unacceptabIe design
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Answer 4
No
Rationale 4
The single disconnecting means satisfes Rule 84-022 for the supply authority disconnecting means; however
Rules 84-020 and 50-012 require separate disconnecting means for each power production source (inverter).
The separate disconnecting means are also required for compliance with Rule 14-414. Diagram B3 shows an
example of a code compliant installation.
Diagram B3 Separate disconnecting means for each inverter
Question 5
For an installation that incorporates two inverters tied to a common A/C feeder, does each inverter require a
separate external overcurrent device to be installed at the tap point if the output conductors to each inverter
are rated for the common feeder overcurrent rating (i.e. 60amps as per Diagram B2).
Answer 5
Yes
Rationale 5
Rule 84-010 requires equipment and conductors that are energized from both directions to be provided with
overcurrent protection from each source of supply. Although the larger tap conductors do not require overcur-
rent protection, the connected equipment (the inverter) does in order to comply with the rule. The inverter
manufacturers installation instructions shall also be followed and overcurrent protection shall also meet their
requirements (Rule 2-034). Diagram B3 shows an example of a code compliant installation.
If the inverters have integral overcurrent protective / disconnecting devices, then external devices, referenced
by Questions 4 and 5 are not required to be installed; however the length of the conductors from the inverter
to the point of common connection must then comply with Rule 14-100.
AC modules and micro-inverters that operate in a multiple AC module or micro-inverter system confguration
are considered as one generation source. The requirement for a separate disconnecting means and overcur-
rent protection for each inverter referenced by Questions 4 and 5 is not applicable. For maximum number of
AC modules or micro-inverters that are permitted to be connected to one branch circuit, manufacturers instal-
lation instructions shall be followed.
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(4) Inverters approvaI
In the previous edition of the guideline for inverter-based micro-generating facility 10 kW and smaller (ESA
SPEC-004), inverters certifed to Underwriters Laboratories (UL) standard, UL1741, were accepted because
of the limited availability of inverters certifed to the CSA standard. As inverters certifed to CSA standard are
now widely available, inverters certifed only to UL standard, UL1741 will not be accepted as of January 1
st
2011. This direction is also posted on the ESA website.
After, January 1
st
, 2011 inverters are required to be certifed to CSA standard C22.2 #107.1 and bear a certif-
cation mark recognized in Ontario.
Field Evaluation shall not be accepted for utility-interconnected inverters. nverters marked as UTLTY-N-
TERCONNECTED or equivalent shall only bear a certifcation mark, not a feld evaluation mark.
For more information about product approval, certifcation and feld evaluation marks, refer to Bulletin 2-7-*.
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RenewabIe generation point of connection
Rules 14-010, 14-100, 14-414 and 14-606
Issued January 2011
Scope
(1) Renewable energy generation connected to the load side of the service disconnect
(1) RenewabIe energy generation connected to the Ioad side of the
service disconnect
Question 1
When parallel renewable energy generation is connected to the load side of a service box that supplies a
panelboard, is this a violation of Rule 14-606(1) due to the fact that overcurrent protection(OCP) of the pan-
elboard is no longer limited by the service box overcurrent device (power may come from the LDC, as well as
the generator). (See Diagram B1)
Question 2
When parallel renewable energy generation is connected to the load side of a service box that supplies other
loads, is this a violation of Rule 14-010(a) due to the fact that overcurrent protection of the conductors/buss is
no longer limited by the service box overcurrent device (power my come from the LDC, as well as the genera-
tor). (See Diagram B1)
Diagram B1 - RenewabIe energy generation connected to the Ioad side of a
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Yes, this is a violation of Rule 14-606(1) for most applications (see Note 1 below). The panelboard is no lon-
ger protected at 100% of its current carrying capacity.
Answer 2
Yes, this is a violation of Rule 14-010(a) for most applications (see Note 1 below). The conductors/buss are
no longer protected at 100% of their current carrying capacity.
Direction
Notwithstanding Rules 14-010, 14-100 and 14-606, for renewable energy generation installations:
the sum of the ampere ratings of overcurrent devices in circuits supplying power to a busbar/panelboard
or conductor shall be permitted to exceed the equipment ratings to a maximum of 120 percent of the rat-
ing of the busbar/panelboard or conductor (see Diagram B1 for example of a non-compliant installation).
Suitable warning signs shall be placed on or adjacent to both disconnecting means (Solar PV discon-
nect and Main disconnect as per Rule 14-414(3) requirements), Service meter, and Distribution panel,
indicating that there is more than one source of supply.
Where the sum of the ampere ratings of main service overcurrent device and added generation exceeds
the 120 percent limitation:
the generation shall be connected to the line side of the service box, or
the conductors/panelboards shall be upgraded to the increased ampacity ratings as required by Code
(unless a deviation has been granted, as per Rule 2-030).
Note 1
Rule 14-606(1) permits panel boards to be protected at more than their rating where more than 90% of the
over current devices supply feeders or motor branch circuits.
Rule 14-100(b) permits conductors to be protected at more than their ratings if installed within specifc crite-
ria. If a designer is requesting to exceed the 120 percent current limitation based on the exceptions in Rules
14-606(1) or 14-100(b) stated above, calculations shall be supplied to show compliance to all other relevant
Code rules, including Section 8.
Rationale for Note 1
The permission in Rules 14-606(1) and Rule 14-100(b) does not allow unlimited/unrestricted overcurrent pro-
tection of the panelboards and conductors.
For example, if the panelboard feeds 100% motor loads, then the maximum overcurrent protection for that
panelboard must be calculated in accordance with Subrules 28-204(1) and (2).
If the panelboard supplies feeders that are 100% resistive heating loads, then the maximum overcurrent pro-
tection for that panelboard must be calculated as per Rule 62-114.
If the panelboard supplies feeders supplying electric welders, then the overcurrent device is calculated as per
Section 42.
If >90% of the o/c devices in the panel supply a combination of feeders for various loads and motors, then
the maximum overcurrent rating ahead of that panel must be calculated using all the appropriate rules for the
various loads.
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This standard deviation is permitted on the basis of the upcoming changes to the Canadian Electrical Code,
as well as current Rules contained in the National Electrical Code in the U.S.. With parallel generation, all
sources may feed loads supplied at the facility. Although unlikely, there is a possibility that conductors and
panelboards may see an overload condition if services or feeders draw more demand than their rating.
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Telephone Listing
Issued May 2011
Supersedes Bulletin GI-2-4
Background
The Electrical Safety Authority provides service through about 320 staff working from 1 Customer Service
Centre, 5 Regional Offces and a Provincial Offce.
Applications for inspection, inquiries about job status, equipment approvals, fees and billings should be done
through the Customer Service Centre. Applications may be made by fax, telephone or email. Payments may
be by account, American Express, MasterCard, Visa or cheque.
Inquiries of a technical nature about a particular job or questions about code compliance should always be
directed to the inspector servicing the job location. For unusual jobs, inspectors may consult with their senior
inspector/supervising inspector or their technical advisor.
Technical Advisors have been established in each region to provide interpretations of the code to contractors,
consultants and inspectors. The Technical Advisors may be consulted on all problems where a settlement
cannot be reached at a local level.
Interpretations of the code affecting jobs in more than one territory are made in consultation with the Provin-
cial Code Engineer and Technical Advisors.
Requests for changes to the Canadian Electrical Code portion of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code may be
made by anyone to the Canadian Standards Association (using as a guide the form Annex B found in Appen-
dix C). Requests for changes to the Ontario amendments portion of the code (italicized rules) again may be
made by anyone using form Annex B as a guide. Requests concerning the Ontario amendments should be
sent to the Director Codes & Standards, Chief Engineer
OFFICE AND ADDRESS NAME TITLE CONTACT INFO
PROVINCIAL OFFICE
155A Matheson Blvd. West
2nd Floor
Mississauga, Ontario
L5R 3L5
David Collie President & CEO Phone: 905-712-7931
Fax: 905-507-4712
ENGINEERING &
REGULATORY
Peter Marcucci Vice President /
Chief Public Safety
Offcer
Phone: 905-712-5363
Mobile: 416-254-3639
Fax: 905-507-4572
Code & Standards Ted Olechna Director Codes and
Standards, Chief
Engineer
Phone: 905-712-5366
Mobile: 416-254-6464
Fax: 905-507-4572
Email:
Ted.Olechna@electricalsafety.on.ca
Safety And Business
Strategy
Jenifer Robert-
son
Director Safety and
Business Strategy
Phone: 905-712-5652
Mobile: 647-393-7270
Fax: 905-507-4572
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ReguIatory PoIicy &
Program EvaIuation
Scott James Director
Regulatory Policy and
Program Evaluation
Phone: 905-712-5682
Fax: 905-507-4572
ReguIatory PoIicy &
Stakeholder Liason
Maria Iafano Director -
Legislative Policy &
Government Affairs
Phone: 905-712-5379
Fax: 905-507-4572
Harm Mitigation - TechnicaI Services and CompIiance
TechnicaI Services and
CompIiance
155A Matheson Blvd West
Mississauga, Ontario
L5R 3L5
Normand Breton General Manager Phone: 905-712-5379
Mobile: 416-670-6235
Fax: 905-712-3020
Utility Regulations Utility.regulations@electricalsafety.
on.ca
Product Safety Product.safety@electricalsafety.on.ca
1-877-ESA-SAFE (Option 7)
Licensing & Certication Esa.licensing@electricalsafety.on.ca
1-877-ESA-SAFE (Option 3)
Harm Prevention & Harm Suppression - Region Ofces
HARM PREVENTION Peter Lambert Managing Director Phone: 905-712-5355
Mobile: 705-541-8435
Email:
Peter.Lambert@electricalsafety.
on.ca
SOUTHERN REGION
Continuous Safety Ser-
vices
425 Britannia Rd E
Suite 120
Mississauga, Ontario
L4Z 3E7
James Fraser General Manager Phone: 905-712-7882
Mobile: 416-436-1898
Fax: 905-712-7886
John Calabrese Technical Advisor Phone: 905-712-7885
Fax: 905-712-7886
Email:
John.Calabrese@electricalsafety.
on.ca
NORTHERN REGION
2140 Regent St
Unit 15
Sudbury, Ontario
P3E 5S8
General Manager Phone: 705-523-1032 x 7224 or
1-866-778-9200 x7224
Fax: 705-523-2811
866-785-0209
Dave Heron Technical Advisor Phone: 705-522-6013
Toll Free: 1-877-426-7776
Fax: 705-523-2811/866-785-0209
Email:
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HARM SUPPRESSION Ralph Van Haeren Managing Director Phone: 905-712-7887
Mobile: 416-451-3278
Email: Ralph.vanhaeren@electri-
calsafety.on.ca
WESTERN REGION
400 Sheldon Dr.
Unit 13
Cambridge, Ontario
N1T 2H9
Doug Millen General Manager Phone: 519-620-4562
Mobile: 519-240-2522
Fax: 519-620-4594
Jeff Thomson Technical Advisor Phone: 519-620-4589
Fax: 519-620-4594
Email: Jeff.Thomson@electrical-
safety.on.ca
EASTERN REGION
111 Colonade Road
Suite 200A
Ottawa, Ontario
K2E 7M3
Peter Garrett General Manager Phone: 613-228-7064 X 62224
Mobile: 613-913-3605
Fax: 613-228-7733
Kurt Budau Technical Advisor Phone: 613-913-5492
Fax: 613-228-7733
Email: Kurt.Budau@electricalsafe-
ty.on.ca
CENTRAL REGION
425 Britannia Rd E
Suite 120
Mississauga, Ontario
L4Z 3E7
Steve Smith General Manager Phone: 905-712-5369
Mobile: 416-675-4231
Fax: 905-712-3013
Technical Advisor Phone: 905-712-7871
Fax: 905-712-3013
Email
PLAN REVIEW
400 Sheldon Dr
Unit 5
Cambridge, Ontario
N1T 2H9
Tel: 1-800-746-6480
519-624-3564
Fax: 1-800-957-2738
519-624-3570
Ross Head Assistant
Technical Advisor,
Plan Review
Phone: 519-624-3564 ext.4203
Fax: 519-624-3570
Email: Ross.head@electricalsafety.
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There will no longer be a paper edition of the Flash Notices. A complete listing and a full release of the Flash
Notices are available thru the ESAs Website www.esasafe.com and the CD version of the Bulletins
The following is a complete list of all the Flash Notices:
Index
11-01-FL Damage to Underground Conductors during Excavation-Customer Owned Services
10-03-FL Electric In-Floor Heating System Installations
10-02-FL Hazards due to misuse of extension cords
10-01-FL 33% of Residential fres link to electrical wiring and equipment
09-10-FL Overhead power-line fatalities
09-09-FL Knob and tube wiring in residential installations
09-08-FL Aluminum wiring in residential installations
09-07-FL Isolated ground receptacle connected wrong
09-06-FL Delta to wye system conversions
09-05-FL Student receives burns while operating a key-type lighting switch
09-04-FL Unapproved electrical animal stunners
09-03-FL Wiring of T-8 lighting
09-02-FL Lockout / tag-out an absolute necessity
09-01-FL Death of a 14-year-old boy from electrocution
08-02-FL Electrical shock and fre hazard safety tips for students and parents
08-01-FL Electrical hazards found at baseball diamonds
07-02-FL Communication Grounding Hardware and Conductors to Meterbase Enclosures
07-01-FL Hazards due to misuse of extension cords
06-02-FL Locking HV switch
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05-01-FL Use of defective equipment causes hotel fre
04-03-FL Fire investigation into high-rise apartment fre
04-02-FL Hazards of electrical panels and equipment
03-01-FL 347 Volt lighting circuits kill one apprentice and severely injured two others
02-03-FL Industry alert on temporary ground connection
01-07-FL Electrician narrowly escapes serious injury
01-05-FL Test for voltage before you work t could save your life
01-04-FL Avoiding electrical shocks and fre hazards from ungrounded steel studs
01-01-FL Dangers associated with gasoline spraying and incandescent extension handlamps
(incandescent trouble light)
00-01-FL Dangers associated with high voltage installations
97-02-FL Hazards in electrical rooms put people and property at risk
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Damage to Underground Conductors during Excavation-
Customer Owned Services
February 1, 2011
Recently there have been a number of incidents in which excavation, directional boring or auguring activity
has damaged underground conductors and risked worker safety.
Electrical Utilities have been identifying underground electrical services as requested by excavators. Excava-
tors are unaware that not all underground electrical services are being identifed.
Services beyond the demarcation point belong to the property owner and are not included in the utility
locate.
Before digging, boring, trenching, excavating, breaking ground with tools, mechanical equipment or explo-
sives, the contractor, owner, occupant of land, building or premises shall request and obtain all locates prior
to commencement of the excavation. This will also include hand digging applications.
OH&S Act Ont. Reg. 213/91-Construction Section 228(1) states that: Before an excavation is begun,
(a) the employer excavating shall ensure that all gas, electrical and other services in and near the area to
be excavated are located and marked;
(b) the employer and worker locating and marking the services described in clause (a) shall ensure that
they are accurately located and marked.
Privately owned underground services
Prior to excavating, the excavator must be aware of privately owned underground services such as under-
ground supply cables from utility owned equipment to the electrical meter or service panel, supply to ga-
rages or shops located past the electrical meter, and driveway lighting to name a few which may exist on the
boulevard or customer property. It is the responsibility of the private facility owner to locate their underground
services which may involve the facility owner hiring a private locator.
Utility owned underground services
Utilities have a legal responsibility to locate all utility owned underground services up to the demarcation
point. Demarcation point is defned as a point at which the distributor's ownership of a distribution system
ends. Depending on the electrical utility and the installation, the demarcation point will vary from site to site
across the Province. Depending on ownership of the underground facility, underground service conductors
located on the boulevard or customer property may or may not be included in the locate.
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Electric In-Floor Heating System Installations
August 18, 2010
Ontario's Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) warns the public that improperly installed electric foor heating sys-
tems may pose a fre or electric shock hazard. Several residential fres have been reported by the offce of the
Ontario Fire Marshal are associated with foor heating cables/pads that are not installed as per the manufac-
turer, or that have been damaged during installation.
The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is responsible for public electrical safety in Ontario as designated by
Ontario Regulation 89/99. Ontario Electrical Safety Code is a law in Ontario and requires electrical inspec-
tions for all new electrical work/installations as well as for the maintenance of existing electrical installations
and alterations to existing systems.
Who can instaII the heating portion of eIectric oor heating systems?
Basically any person can install the heating portion of electric foor heating system components, as long as
there is no branch circuit wiring installation involved. So, the fooring contractor, for example, can install the
electrical heating equipment (i.e. in-foor heat cables or radiant heating panels) up to the frst termination junc-
tion box for the cold lead connections. No branch circuit wiring installation.
All equipment must bear a recognized Canadian Electrical approval mark (CSA or equivalent). See www.
esasafe.com for a complete list of acceptable approval marks for equipments.
Does the instaIIation of the in-oor heating cabIes or radiant heating pads require a wiring notication
and inspection?
YES, an application for inspection must be submitted to ESA to inspect the electrical heating system compo-
nents installed by the fooring installers or any other person. nspection must be completed prior to the cover-
ing of the heating cables/pads.
To apply for, or arrange an electrical inspection, please contact ESAs customer service center at 1-877-ESA-
Safe (1-877-372-7233). Failure to follow inspection requirements may result in charges under the Electricity
Act for each offence identifed.
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Who wiII instaII the branch circuit wiring and do other eIectricaI connections?
Branch circuit wiring from the electrical panel to the in-
foor heating must be done by an electrical contractor
licensed by ECRA of the ESA. The homeowner can also
do the wiring, however, it is NOT recommended. Visit
https://www.esaecra.net/ for licensed electrical contrac-
tor list.
Electrical wiring is complicated and can present safety hazards if not properly installed and maintained.
Homeowners are encouraged to ensure their electrical installations meet the safety standards defned in the
Ontario Electrical Safety Code by engaging a licensed electrical contractor for all new electrical work/installa-
tions as well as alterations to existing systems.
The Ontario EIectricaI Safety Code requires that:
- An Application for nspection is fled with the Electrical Safety Authority before or within 48 hours after
the commencement of work;
- Electrical inspection is required for all portions of the installation, including branch wiring as well as other
electrical equipments/components that are installed to complete the work; and
- Electrical wiring and equipment must not be covered prior to inspection.
Homeowners should ask for a copy of the Certifcate of nspection for any electrical work done on their prem-
ises This is their record that the installation meets Ontario's safety standards.
When planning to do electrical work, think about the risks associated with unsafe electrical installations. Con-
tact a licensed electrical contractor, and make sure they arrange for an electrical permit. Visit www.plugin-
safely.ca for a list of licensed electrical contractors in Ontario
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Hazards due to misuse of extension cords
April 2010
The misuse of extension cords has contributed to increasing reports of electrical fres in Ontario over the past
year. Do not become a statistic. n the past ten years there have been fve fatalities, and numerous fres in
Ontario associated with the misuse of extension cords.
The Electrical Safety Authority warns consumers to use extension cords safely - follow these important rules.
Only use extension cords:
That are rated for the particular task:
Select the appropriate cord for the application. Not all cords are created equal, some are designed for exte-
rior use, others interior use only, some for hard usage in wet locations, others not.
For temporary installations:
Flexible extension cords must never take the place of permanent wiring; they are not designed or intended
for permanent installations. Once the task has been completed, the cord should always be disconnected and
properly stored away for future use.
For portable electrical equipment:
Always follow the manufacturers instructions.
Failure to use and maintain extension cords in the manner they were intended may create a fre or shock
hazard that puts you or your family at risk.
Safe use of Extension Cords
ESA encourages consumers to ask the following questions before using an extension cord:
Will I use the cord indoors or outdoors?
What is the total current or wattage rating of the appliances Ill use with the cord?
How far is the nearest outlet from where 'll be working?
WiII I use the cord indoors or outdoors?
The frst step in determining which extension cord you will need is to decide whether you will be using the
appliance indoors or outdoors. Extension cords that can be used outdoors will be clearly marked Suitable
for Use with Outdoor Appliances. Never use an indoor extension cord outdoors; it could result in an electric
shock or fre hazard. f you are working outdoors purchase an outdoor rated extension cord it's a small
price to pay for safety.
The Ontario Electrical Safety Code requires all receptacles on residential properties located outdoors, below
2.5m be ground fault circuit interrupter protected. Please ensure that all portable electrical equipment used
outdoors has GFCI protection, your life may depend on it.
What is the totaI current or wattage rating of the appIiances I'II use with the cord?
Extension cords are labelled with valuable information as to the use, size, current and wattage rating of the
cord. Cords are offered in many lengths and are marked with a size or gauge. The gauge is based on the
American Wire Gauge (AWG) System, in which the larger the wire, the smaller the AWG number. For exam-
ple, a 14 gauge wire would be larger, and can power larger wattage appliances, than a 16 gauge wire.
f you don't have a properly rated cord purchase a new extension cord it's a small price to pay for safety.
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How far is the nearest outIet from where I'II be working?
To determine what size -- or gauge -- cord you will need, you will also have to determine how long you need
the cord to be. A cord, based on its gauge, can power an appliance of a certain wattage only at specifc dis-
tances. As the cord gets longer, the current carrying capacity of the cord gets lower. For example, a 16 gauge
extension cord less than 50 feet in length can power a 1625 watt (W) appliance. A 16 gauge cord that is
longer than 50 feet in length can only power an appliance up to 1250W. If you are going to use the extension
cord with two or more appliances, you must add together the wattage rating for all appliances used on the
cord to determine the gauge size you will need.
Power Bars
Power bars not unlike extension cords are also widely misused. The safety steps listed above are required
to determine if the power bar is suitable for your intended application. ESA recommends that you purchase
power bars with a minimum 14 gauge copper conductor to ensure a higher level of safety. The practice of
daisy chaining power bars is not recommended by ESA.
Figure F1 Outdoor GFCI cord and receptacle
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33% of ResidentiaI res Iink to eIectricaI wiring and equipment
January, 2010
Supersedes FLASH 08-03-FL
Ontario's Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) warns the public that 33% of residential fres reported by the offce
of the Ontario Fire Marshal are associated with electrical wiring and equipment. This includes: electrical cir-
cuit wiring, damaged or improperly rated extension cords or cables, breaker/fuse panels, light fxtures (lumi-
naires), receptacles and switches. Fires are prevalent in both copper and aluminum wiring systems. Inves-
tigations of these electrical fres identifed that 34% are attributed to incorrect or improper installation and/or
procedure.
Through recent research conducted with Ontario homeowners, ESA identifed that 47% of residents living in
homes 15 to 50 years old have modifed or replaced electrical wiring and electrical equipment. This increased
to 84% for homes greater than 50 years old.
Electrical wiring is complicated and presents safety hazards if not properly installed and maintained. Home-
owners are encouraged to ensure their electrical installations meet the safety standards defned in the Ontario
Electrical Safety Code by engaging a licensed electrical contractor to evaluate their electrical system if they
have signs of potential electrical hazards, such as: circuit breakers that frequently trip or fuses that frequently
blow, lights that ficker, and signs of wiring deterioration; or if they have concerns about the qualifcations of
individuals who previously worked on their electrical system.
n response to concerns about unqualifed individuals doing electrical work, Ontario regulation was introduced
in January 2007 requiring any person operating an electrical contracting business to be licensed by the Elec-
trical Safety Authority. Homeowners should retain the services of a licensed electrical contractor to ensure
their electrical installations are done correctly and safely. In addition, when homeowners have new electri-
cal installations installed, they should confrm with their licensed electrical contractor that an application for
inspection was fled with the Electrical Safety Authority for any electrical work done on their premises, and ask
for a copy of the Certifcate of nspection their record that the installation meets Ontario's safety standards.
When planning to do electrical work, think about the risks associated with unsafe electrical installations. Con-
tact a licensed electrical contractor, and make sure they arrange for an electrical permit. Visit www.plugin-
safely.ca for a list of licensed electrical contractors in Ontario.
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Overhead power-line fatalities
May 1, 2009
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There have been numerous accidents involving overhead conductor contacts, resulting in death and severe
injury, this Flash is outlining typical scenarios that are repeated in these incidents.
ExampIes of recent incidents:
A. Three workers were electrocuted in dump truck-related overhead powerline contacts between April
and July, 2006. Sadly, these fatalities could have been prevented had the workers known what to do
when working near powerlines.
None of the victims in these fatalities understood the hazards of coming too close to a powerline. In
one fatality, the dump truck with his load raised, made contact with a powerline as the vehicle was re-
versing. Unaware that the truck had become energized, the victim was electrocuted when he touched
the rear of the vehicle. n the other two fatalities, each of the dump trucks contacted the powerline
and the drivers knew something had gone wrong; however, both were killed by step potential as they
stepped off their equipment. They would still be alive had they stayed on their equipment and radioed
for help.
B. A worker was relocating a ladder in the extended position, on a residential housing project, when it
contacted the Utilitys overhead primary line. This scenario is happening far too frequentIy.
Employers have a responsibility to educate their workers on the hazards surrounding construction
sites, particularly overhead conductors. The Occupational Health and Safety Act must be followed
with respect to Limits of Safe Approach.
All workers must look up, prior to extending, moving or climbing a ladder or scaffold, to ensure it is
safe to proceed.
Persons employed to operate boom trucks, dump trucks, cranes or hoisting equipment, require
proper training to identify the hazards overhead.
Using swimming pool skimmers, painting poles, pruning tools or erecting TV antennas we must
exercise extreme caution that we do not impede on the Limits of Safe Approach. Look above!
C. Two fatalities involving contact with energized overhead power lines. One incident claimed the life
of a young male while seriously injuring another. This incident occurred when the two victims were
lowering the long metal support pole of a party tent and it contacted the overhead power line. Three
weeks later, four scout leaders were killed doing exactly the same thing, lowering a tent pole in a jam-
boree in the United States.
Unfortunately, such accidents are not uncommon to Ontario and The Electrical Safety Authority. Fatalities
involving power lines account for 50% of all electrocutions in Ontario in the past 8 years.
One common thread in these incidents is the victim's lack of awareness of where the overhead energized
power lines are. Power lines are everywhere and the public often treats power lines no differently than a fre
hydrant. It has always been there and it is not seen as a threat or danger.
Contact with overhead power lines will likely result in serious injury or fatality
Accidental contact with an energized power line is not forgiving. History has shown that contacting a power
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line while moving a ladder, using a tree trimmer, erecting an antenna or fagpole, or other similar work usually
results in a fatality or serious injury.
The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) continues to warn the public to use caution when working near overhead
power lines. Ladders, antennas, tree trimmer, fagpoles, rolling scaffolds, boom trucks have all contributed to
electrical fatalities at home and workplace over the last decade.
Respect the power of electricity ensure that you, your family and co-workers apply caution when working
near electric power lines.
As these fatalities demonstrate understanding the dangers and knowing what to do when working near over-
head powerlines is crucial to worker safety. For that reason, when working in close proximity to powerlines,
the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations (OHSA) requires workers and supervisors to:
a) Conduct a hazard assessment of the jobsite; and
b) Use a dedicated signaler to ensure that no equipment or vehicle comes within a dangerous proximity of a
powerline.
FoIIow these key safety steps when working near overhead powerIines:
1. Conduct a hazard assessment before starting work; determine the location of the power line.
2. f possible, relocate the work so that it is not near the power line. When this is not practical, a safe work
procedure should be followed which includes;
a. Determine the safe distance of approach (limit of approach). The limit of approach is not the
same for all power lines. It depends on the voltage the line is carrying. The higher the voltage, the
further the distance required..
b. Hire qualifed persons to do jobs near overhead electrical lines, such as tree trimming or have the
line de-energized by the local electrical utility or power supply authority.
c. Mark the safe distance or limit of approach. f the work is on the ground, use cones or barriers.
Using a person as a spotter will work as well. Make room for swing areas for tools, ladders and
cranes. Keep far enough away so that if an object such as an antenna were to fall it would not be
close enough to contact the power line.
d. Be aware of the location of powerlines at all times. Moving equipment, raising a load or a vehicle
under a powerline creates the potential to come into contact with the energized conductor, and
thus the potential for fatalities. OHSA requires the use of a signaler when working in proximity to
powerlines
3. Signs are required to warn workers of the dangers of powerlines if a work location has overhead power-
lines running through it.
4. Stay in the vehicle and radio for help if your vehicle or equipment comes into contact with a powerline.
f you see other workers putting themselves at risk by working in close proximity to overhead conductors --
stop them, educate them, and help save a life.
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Remember: aIways conduct a hazard assessment before beginning work; be aware of the Iocation
of powerIines at aII times; and take steps to ensure that you and your equipment stay a safe distance
from powerIines as dened by OHSA beIow:
TabIe F1: Minimum safe distances from Power-Iines
Voltage Minimum Distance
Up to 150,000 Volts 3.0 m
More than 150,000 to 250,000 Volts 4.5 m
More than 250,000 6.0 m
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Knob and tube wiring in residential installations
May 1, 2009
Supersedes FLASH 06-04-FL
Issues with knob and tube wiring
Since January 2003 the Electrical Safety Authority has received an increasing number of questions about
the safety of knob and tube wiring. n particular, purchasers or owners of older homes are fnding that many
insurers will not provide or renew coverage on such properties. In some cases, the insurance companies are
requiring a total replacement of this wiring prior to providing insurance coverage.
Knob and tube wiring, more recently referred to as open wiring, was a wiring method used in the early 1900s
to 1940s in the residential sector. Over the years wiring installation practices have changed in the residential
sector and knob and tube wiring is no longer installed; however, parts continue to be available for mainte-
nance purposes.
Diagram F1- Typical knob and tube installation
Existing knob and tube conductors concealed in walls, foor spaces, etc; supplying general lighting and recep-
tacle circuits are permitted to remain in place if:
v They are protected by a 15 ampere fuse or circuit breaker; and
v No additional outlets have been added to the original installation so as to overload the circuit; and
v The conductors, where visible, appear to be in good condition.
f your home has knob and tube wiring, we recommend that you follow these guidelines:
v Have a licensed electrical contractor check the knob and tube conductors in your existing installations
for sign of deterioration and damage; or request a general inspection from ESA. The General nspection
report will identify visible electrical safety concerns in your electrical wiring.
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v Knob & tube conductors should be replaced where exposed conductors show evidence of mechani-
cal abuse and or deterioration, poor connections, overheating, alterations that result in overloading, or if
changes to wiring contravene any section of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code.
Homes with knob and tube wiring may not have the electrical capacity to meet today's needs. As a result, ho-
meowners have modifed their electrical system with what the Electrical Safety Authority classifes as unsafe
practices:
v mproper use of extension cords using improperly rates extension cords, or using extension cords as
permanent wiring;
v mproper fuse replacement using 20 or 30 amp fuses to replace15 amp;
v Improper connections - adding receptacles and outlets on existing circuits or improperly connecting to the
knob and tube wiring (this work should be done by a licensed electrician);
v Removing ground pins ground pins on power bars or electrical equipment should not be removed to ac-
commodate the two pin receptacles used in knob and tube wiring (2 pin to 3 pin are not permitted)
v mproper replacement of two pin receptacles. f you require a three prong receptacle, only use a GFC
receptacle.
Homeowners who are planning to modify their knob and tube wiring, or any other electrical wiring, should
have the work performed by a licensed electrical contractor or electrician and arrange for an electrical inspec-
tion by Electrical Safety Authority.
Receptacles in existing knob and tube installations
Where grounding type receptacles (three pin) are installed in existing knob and tube installations to replace
the ungrounded type (two pin) receptacle, special caution must be exercised.
Diagram F2-Two and three pin receptacIe conguration
Rule 26-700(7) requires the installation of a bond conductor to bond the receptacle to ground. This is permit-
ted to be an external bonding conductor that is connected to either the system ground conductor or a metallic
cold water pipe that is bonded to ground. This method may be diffcult to accomplish.
As an alternative to bonding, Rule 26-700(8) of the Code also states grounding type receptacles without
a bonding conductor shall be permitted to be installed provided each receptacle is protected by a ground
fault circuit interrupter of the Class A type that is an integral part of this receptacle; or supplied from a recep-
tacle containing a ground fault circuit interrupter of the Class A type; or supplied from a circuit protected by a
ground fault circuit interrupter of the Class A type (a GFC breaker in the panel, or either a GFC receptacle or
a GFCI dead front mounted in an outlet box next to the panel). Where this option is used, no bonding conduc-
tor is permitted between outlets unless that bond conductor is in turn connected to ground.
GFCI protection of the receptacles does not provide a ground reference to the U-ground slot of the recep-
tacles. Some appliances require a bond be connected to the U-ground slot in order to function properly. For
example, surge protective devices for computer or entertainment equipment will not function without a ground
reference.
Two Pin (ungrounded) Three Pin (Grounded) Two Pin (ungrounded) Three Pin (Grounded)
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As new electrical equipment is introduced into the dwelling unit there might be a need for additional outlets to
be installed. Extension cords are not to be used as a substitute for permanent wiring. The following shall be
followed when installing new receptacles:
v Outdoor receptacles shall be GFCI protected,
v Bathroom and washroom receptacles shall be GFCI protected.
v Kitchen receptacles within 1 meter of a sink shall be GFC protected
v New outlets shall follow the current Ontario Electrical Safety Code requirements for wiring, meaning a
new branch circuit shall be grounded and receptacles that utilize the three pin grounded confguration
listed in Diagram F2.
Benets of new wiring
While knob and tube conductors in good condition and has not been inappropriately altered will not present
undue hazards it is worth noting that modern electrical installations contain safety benefts not found in older
electrical systems.
These include
v Generally larger electrical capacity and more electrical circuits reducing the need to use extensioncords
v Splices and joints made in approved electrical boxes
v Dedicated electrical circuits for certain types of electrical equipment or appliances
v Grounded and bonded receptacles, switches and light fxtures
v Tamper resistant receptacles in homes
v Ground fault circuit interrupters in bathrooms and outdoor locations as per the latest edition of the Ontario
Electrical Safety Code
v Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters in bedroom receptacle circuits
v And GFCs near sinks.
Homeowners who are planning to modify their knob and tube wiring, or any other electrical wiring, should
have the work performed by a licensed electrical contractor or electrician and arrange for an electrical inspec-
tion by Electrical Safety Authority.
Myths
v Knob & Tube wiring is unsafe.
v All knob and tube wiring must be disconnected and replaced.
v The Ontario Electrical Safety Code no longer recognizes knob and tube wiring as an acceptable wiring
method.
Facts
v Knob & Tube wiring is safe, provided it is properly maintained by competent licensed people as outlined
above.
v The Electrical Safety Authority as well as the Ontario Electrical Safety Code recognize and accept knob
and tube wiring methods.
v The Ontario Electrical Safety Code 2002 edition contains rules that govern the installation of open type
wiring methods (knob & tube). Rules 12-200 to 12-224 set out the minimum safety standards for the
installation of open wiring, which may still be installed to this day.
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Aluminum wiring in residential installations
May 1, 2009
Supersedes FLASH 06-03-FL
Issues with aluminum wiring
Since January of 2003 the Electrical Safety Authority has received an increasing number of questions about
the safety of aluminum wiring. In particular, purchasers or owners of homes built from the mid 1960s until the
late 1970's with aluminum wiring are fnding that many insurers will not provide or renew insurance cover-
age on such properties unless the wiring is inspected and repaired or replaced as necessary and this work
is inspected by ESA and a copy of the certifcate of inspection is provided to the insurer. n some cases the
insurer may require replacement of the aluminum wiring with copper wiring. Check with your insurance com-
pany for their requirements.
Some homes may have a mixture of aluminum and copper wiring.
Reported problems with aluminum wiring have been related to the overheating and failure of aluminum wiring
terminations. This is due to aluminums tendency to oxidize and its incompatibility with devices designed for
use with copper wiring. Warm cover plates or discolouration of switches or receptacles, fickering lights, or the
smell of hot plastic insulation may evidence these problems.
Each home will be different and must be assessed on its own. It is highly recommended the homeowner hire
a licensed electrical contractor who is knowledgeable in the special techniques required for working with and
repairing aluminum wiring. The contractor should do an assessment, make the necessary repairs, and have
the work inspected by ESA. The homeowner should obtain a copy of the Certifcate of nspection for their
records and for their insurance company (if requested).
As mentioned above, where problems exist with aluminum wiring they are usually found at termination points.
This necessitates the opening of all outlets (receptacles, switches, fxtures, appliance connections, and in
the panelboard) and visually inspecting terminations for signs of failure and overheating without removing or
disturbing the devices or wiring. There should be no signs of overheating such as darkened or discoloured
connections, melted insulation, etc.
Where problems are found the damaged aluminum conductor should be cut back to remove the damaged
portion and then the necessary repairs made.
Required markings for devices used with aIuminum wiring
Replacement receptacles and switches shall be installed in compliance with the Ontario Electrical Safety
Code and marked as per Table F1.
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TabIe F1 - Required markings for devices used with aIuminum wiring
Electrical Device Required Marking
Receptacle (rated 20 amps or less) CO/ALR or ALCU
Receptacle (rated greater than 20 amps) ALCU Or CUAL
Switch (rated 20 amps or less) CO/ALR
Wire Connectors [intended for use with
combinations of either an aluminum conductor(s),
a copper conductor(s), or both]
ALCU Or CUAL
Luminaire (Lighting fxture or lampholder) No required marking on fxture, however approved
wire nuts are required.
Electric Heater No required marking on heater, however approved
wire nuts are required.
All terminations of aluminum conductors shall be to devices marked as per Table F1 and Photo F1; this
includes the bare bond conductor as well. Rule 12-118(3) provides two exceptions to this requirement. The
frst exception is for devices or fxtures with wire leads, in which case the joint between the wire lead and the
aluminum conductor shall be made with a wire connector approved for copper to aluminum connections and
marked as per Table F1. The second exception is the outlet box bonding screw, which does not require ap-
proval for connection of the aluminum bonding conductor.
Photo F1 - Required marking for devices used with aIuminum wiring
Terminations of aluminum conductors
Rule 12-118(6) of the Code requires the connection of aluminum conductors to wiring devices having wire
binding terminal screws, about which the conductors can be looped under the head of the screw, shall be
made by forming the conductor in a clockwise direction around the screw into three-fourths of a complete loop
and only one conductor shall be connected to any one screw.
Devices with push-in terminations shall not be used with aluminum conductors.
An alternative to using copper/aluminum approved devices is to connect a copper wire pigtail between the
aluminum conductor and the device connection screw of a device approved for copper only connections. Pig-
tailing also applies to the bond conductor, which is often overlooked. The wire connector used for the pigtail
joint shall be marked as per Table F1.
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Rule 12-118(1) states that adequate precaution shall be given to the termination and splicing of aluminum
conductors, including the removal of insulation, the cleaning of the bared conductor, and the compatibility and
installation of fttings.
Aluminum conductors are softer than copper and care must be taken that they are not nicked or cut, or
crushed during termination. Nicks, cuts, or crush spots at terminations result in a weak spot that may result in
breakage of the conductor or a hot spot.
Rule 12-118(2) requires that a joint compound be used with stranded aluminum conductor connections, but
does not require it for solid aluminum conductors. Even though not required by the Code, it is recommended
that bare ends of solid aluminum conductors be coated with approved joint compound. Note: The compound
is conductive and should be used sparingly and any excess compound should be removed.
Where pig tailing is used, Rule 12-3036 must be considered with respect to the minimum volume of box
required to contain the existing as well as the new conductors and connections. Where there is not enough
room in the existing outlet box, a surface mounted extension box may be required to contain the extra volume
necessary to safely accommodate everything.
General inspection
Question
f ESA completes a general inspection, does the OESC require an older house that is wired with aluminum
wiring to have all non-CU/AL devices replaced with devices approved for connection to aluminum wiring (or
have copper tails installed as per information included in this Bulletin ( 12-28-*).
Answer
No, If the devices are the original ones installed and show no visible signs of overheating or other damage,
then they are not required to be replaced (it is recommended only). f a device shows any visible signs of
overheating or other damage, then replacement is required. f any of the devices have been replaced in the
past with newer devices (ie: Decora style), then they are not original and are required to be replaced with a
Code compliant installation.
Rationale
Rule 2-300 requires that operating electrical equipment be kept in safe and proper working condition and that
defective equipment shall either be put in good order or permanently disconnected. Where there is no evi-
dence of deterioration of the wire, the termination, or the device, then the Code does not require that repairs
be made.
Myths
v Aluminum wiring was recalled because it is known to be a fre hazard.
v Aluminum wiring is no longer used for interior wiring systems.
Fact
v The Ontario Electrical Safety Code permits the installation of aluminum wiring.
v Adequate precautions shall be given to the terminations and splicing of aluminum conductors;
v Aluminum wiring itself is safe if proper connections and terminations are made, without damaging the
wire and devices approved for use with aluminum wire are employed.
v Aluminum wiring is widely used today for larger commercial and industrial feeders. Electrical distribu-
tion companies use it widely throughout their distribution systems including the supply service cable
to most residences; in fact it may still be used today for interior wiring systems in residential homes as
well as other structures.
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Aluminum wiring itself is safe and if proper connections and terminations are made without damaging the wire
and using approved materials installed in accordance with the Ontario Electrical Safety Code and the manu-
facturers instructions, there should be no problems with the aluminum wiring installation.
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Isolated ground receptacle connected wrong
May 1, 2009
Supersedes FLASH 02-02-FL
A receptionist received a shock when she touched the back of her computer. nvestigations concluded a
previously installed Isolated Ground circuit had been altered and the insulated red bond conductor was con-
nected to a breaker, thus energizing the metal computer case.
This could have been lethal.
Rule 10-906 (6 & 7), requires every receptacle has a jumper between the box and the receptacle. However
because of sensitive electronic equipment, Subrule 10-906 (8) allows these solated Ground Receptacles to
use a separate insulated bonding conductor, all the way back to the distribution equipment.
For years, since the advent of isolated ground receptacles (see Photo F1), where AC90 (BX) cable or similar
was being used, it was common practice to use a three conductor cable and tape the Red conductor Green at
both ends. It would appear in this case, someone, somehow, placed this red conductor under the terminal of
a circuit breaker, thus sending potentially lethal voltage down the insulated conductor to whatever device was
plugged into the isolated receptacle.
Checks with many wholesalers, suppliers and manufactures indicate that the proper cable, with both a bare
bond and insulated green bond conductors are available (see Photo F2). Installations with taped green bond-
ing conductors will not be accepted, if of #2 or smaller, as per rule 4-036 (1)(b). Please check all of your exist-
ing Isolated Ground Receptacles with a proper tester to ensure they have not been altered in this manner.
Photo F1 Isolated Ground Receptacle
Photo F2 Cable with both a bare bond and insulated green bond conductors
An solated Ground Receptacle is a special receptacle, identified by a small
triangle on the face and usually identified by their orange colour, but not always.
An solated Ground Receptacle is a special receptacle, identified by a small
triangle on the face and usually identified by their orange colour, but not always.
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Delta to wye system conversions
May 1, 2009
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Caution should be exercised when converting Delta systems to Wye.
You must ensure that all unintentional grounds are removed before the system is converted.
Hazard
There have been a number of incidents and fres where, as part of a distribution system upgrade, the system
transformer has been changed from a Delta secondary (3 Wire) to a Wye secondary (4 Wire) system.
Issue
By design, a ground fault condition on a Delta system will not operate an overcurrent device, but will only
indicate a grounded phase conductor.
A potential fre could be introduced when the supply transformers are changed to a Wye secondary system if
all ground faults are not removed prior to the new service being energized. A fault would be introduced into a
grounded system. Closing a switch into a fault can be extremely hazardous.
The results may be immediate, with the operation of the overcurrent device. Or, if the fault is of a high enough
impedance, it may allow signifcant current to fow, without the overcurrent device operating, causing a fre
Solution
The following safety procedures, in addition to the normal procedure is suggested when converting Delta to
Wye
1. Inspect the Electrical system being converted, paying particular attention to the status of the Ground Fault
ndication Lights (GF) and make sure that the GF's are functioning properly.
2. If the GFI indicates a fault (indicators of different brightness could be a sign of partial faults) further tests
should be conducted to fnd the source of the fault. The fault may be further inside the building, outside
the building or in another building on the same system. ALL FAULTS MUST BE CLEARED BEFORE
CONVERSON S ATTEMPTED.
3. It is important that a Grounded Circuit Conductor (or neutral) be brought into the building as per Rule
10-204 and Bulletin 4-9-* and solidly grounded, regardless whether or not the customer does not have an
immediate or perceived need for a neutral. This connection is essential for clearing faults on the system.
4. The grounded conductor shall not be smaller than that permitted by Rule 10-204(2) and Table 16 and
shall comply with 4-022(3). Also, a check should be preformed to see if the existing equipment is rated
high enough for any increase in Available Fault Current (AFC) Level. See Rule 14-012 and 14-014.
5. Once converted, the loads can be connected and checked again for ground faults. A check for current on
the ground conductor may be an indication of a potential problem.
6. Overcurrent devices that operate once energized, could be an indication of a fault remaining on the sys-
tem and should not be ignored. Further investigation shall be conducted.
7. The redundant Ground Fault Indicators should be removed.
8. A connection authorization from ESA shall be arranged, before re-energization.
Note: On large services that are solidly grounded, Rule 14-102 may require the addition of Ground Fault Pro-
tection.
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Student receives burns while operating a key-type
lighting switch
May 1, 2009
Supersedes FLASH 09-05-FL
A student received burns to his fngers when turning on a key-operated light switch that controlled some light-
ing at a local high school, even when using the proper key at the time. The switch, shown in the fgure below,
is designed to be turned on by inserting a proper key into the switch and toggling it, had shorted to ground
resulting in an arc fame that caused the burns. Similar incidents have occurred in Ontario and Canada.
A key-operated switch, unlike the normal wall-type lighting switch, requires insertion of a metal key to toggle
the switch on and off. Objects (typically metal) other than the proper key are often used in attempt to toggle
the switch. The fgure below shows how easily a metal paper clip could make contact with the phase conduc-
tor, or have part of the material broken or dislodged, creating a potentially hazardous scenario.
Recommendations:
1. Staff and students should be cautioned about the potential dangers of attempting to tamper with these
switches.
2. Have a qualifed electrician inspect existing key type switches for evidence of tampering and repair or
replace as necessary.
3. Develop and implement a best practice / safe work procedure when using these types of switches.
4. Consider installing locking covers over these types of switches to prevent tampering.
5. Consider replacing the existing type of key type switches with other types. For example, the low voltage
control type switch would provide isolation between the line voltage and the user.
6. Confne the use of this type of switch to areas that are not open to the public.
Photo F1 Key Operated switches
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Unapproved electrical animal stunners
May 1, 2009
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There was a recent fatality in Ontario resulting from the use of an unapproved electrical animal stunner.
Electrical Safety Authority is concerned that unapproved or altered electrical animal stunners may be in use in
Ontario. Any electrical equipment approved for use in the Province of Ontario will bear the approval label of a
certifcation agency or the Electrical Safety Authority.
Direction
Do not use an electrical animal stunner unless it bears one of the approval labels. For a complete list of rec-
ognized marks see the ESA web site www.esasafe.com under Electrical Product Safety tab. Do not alter or
modify an electrical animal stunner. Use of such equipment can result in serious injury or death.
Background
Electrical animal stunners use bare metal parts energized at voltages up to 600 volts. These devices are
used in the meat packing industry to stun animals before they are slaughtered. Most potential users of these
devices are unaware of the electrical hazards. Use of unapproved or modifed stunners or improper use on
any electrical animal stunner can result in serious injury or death.
t is an offence under the Electricity Act and the Ontario Electrical Safety Code to use unapproved equipment
or modify approved equipment. Such use is also an offence under the Occupational Health and Safety Act
and Regulations.
The Electrical Safety Authority will prosecute anyone found in possession of an unapproved or modifed
electrical animal stunner. For further information contact Electrical Safety Authority at: www.esasafe.com or
1-877-372-7233.
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Wiring of T-8 lighting
May 1, 2009
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Recently, ESA has been made aware of a number of feld problems associated with energy-effcient-retroftted
T8 fuorescent fxtures. When improperly wired during retroft, these fxtures have been known to create arc-
ing causing overheating of the lamp base and deforming, melting or charring the lamp holder.
n some cases, the damage from the arcing could cause the lamp to fall from the lamp holder. n other cases;
the arcing could result in fxture failure. n one instance the failure resulted in a fre.
Background
This problem affects fuorescent fxtures that have been retroftted with an instant-start Ballast and bi-pin T-8
lamps and wired incorrectly. Most common are the four-foot T-8 lamps with high frequency electronic instant-
start ballasts.
Installation
Figure F1 shows correct installation method. Two wires of the each lamp holder are recurred to be connected
together prior to connecting them to the appropriate single lead of the instant start-ballast. Check that all lamp
holder contacts are in good condition and show no signs of arcing or pitting.
Figure F2 shows incorrect and not acceptable wiring method. This method uses T-8-bi-pin instant-start-lamp
holders, which have a factory-installed jumper between the two lamp contacts.
Other wiring congurations.
No other wiring confguration is recommended. ncorrect wiring confgurations allow excessive current to pass
through the lamp(s) cathodes, potentially overheating the lamp base and the lamp holder excessively, result-
ing in lamp holder deformation, melting or charring and failure.
Refer to LSD-2-1998 Wiring Requirements for T8 Lamps from the National Electrical Manufactures Associa-
tion. The document can be found on the website www.nema.org
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Figure F1 Correct wiring method
Figure F2 - Incorrect and not acceptabIe of wiring method or its eIectricaI equivaIent
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Lockout / tag-out an absolute necessity
May 1, 2009
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Who establishes your in-house Lock out / Tag out procedure
Both the Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC) and the Ministry of Labour under the Occupational Health
and Safety Act (OHSA) require electrical equipment to be de-energized before work is performed on or near
bare live parts of the equipment.
The LOCK/TAGOUT procedure that is used to ensure this safety precaution is a responsibility of the employer
for the workers at risk. nput for this procedure can be obtained from your maintenance people, the joint
Health and Safety Committee and the Risk Management Group.
Following a rigid procedure for LOCK/OUT will help avoid the risk of electrical contact
Items to be included within a LOCK/OUT procedure
IsoIate:
v Identify the switch to be used to de-energize the circuit.
v Use safe work practices in operating the switch, e.g. clear work area around the switch, use left hand to
operate, stand to the side not in front, look away as you operate a switch.
Verify:
v Either visually examine or conduct testing to ensure that all phases have been de-energized.
v f doing testing, check for voltage line-to-ground frst to ensure that the return path is established and that
the tester is operating properly.
v Whether doing testing or visual examination to ensure that all phases are open, you must still test for
voltage at the point of working, in case of a second source or power, or if the switch was originally wired
improperly.
Ensure:
v The procedures must establish a means to ensure that the equipment will stay de-energized while work-
ers are at risk.
v Locks must be of substantial construction, to ensure that specialized equipment such as bolt cutters or
hacksaws must be used to remove a lock if the key is not available.
OESC ruIes regarding isoIation:
2-304 Disconnect and lock out equipment to be
serviced
28-602 Types and ratings of disconnecting means
28-604 Location of disconnecting means
Also check Ministry of Labour latest rules regarding isolation.
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Death of a 14-year-old boy from electrocution
May 01, 2009
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Chatham, Ontario, August 24, 1998 Dr. Thomas Wilson, Southwestern Regional Coroner and Ross Suther-
land, Technical Advisor for Ontario Hydro Electrical nspection, Western Territory Offce in London, today
released details of preliminary fndings from their investigation into the death of 14-year-old Freddy Jewel.
Freddy died July 20, 1998, after he was electrocuted while operating a personal computer at his home in
Dresden.
The computer, which had a three-pin plug, was plugged into an unapproved power bar. The ground pin of the
power bar's plug had been broken off so it would ft into the home's two pin receptacles. The receptacles in
this home had been installed at some time in the past when two pin receptacles were the residential standard.
The power bar had an internal manufacturing defect which allowed the computer to operate normally, while at
the same time energizing the metal in the computer at 120 volts. The internal defect in the power bar would
not have caused problems if the circuit had been protected with a proper ground connection. Freddy was
electrocuted when he touched a metallic part on the computer.
A tragedy like Freddy Jewel's death can be avoided if people remember the following advice:
1. Do not remove the third pin on plugs connected to equipment.
2. Always use equipment clearly marked as approved for use in Ontario. For a complete list of recognized
marks see the ESA web site www.esasafe.com under Electrical Product Safety tab.
3. Older homes with receptacles that do not accept three-pin plugs but require them, should have grounded
receptacles or Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) receptacles which accept three-pin plugs installed
by a certifed electrician or licensed electrical contractor.
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EIectricaI shock and re hazard safety tips
for students and parents
August, 2008
Students leaving home to further their education through enrolment in a community college, university or simi-
lar post-secondary facility are learning about life. For many of these students, this is the frst time they will live
away from the family home and the security of a safe home environment.
Students living on campus beneft from safety provisions required under provincial safety legislation. Those
living off campus may fnd that their rental facilities don't comply with provincial safety legislation.
The Electrical Safety Authority encourages parents to review this important electrical safety checklist with their
children to help them identify and correct potentially unsafe electrical situations.
For safetys sake check your new accommodation for these potential electrical hazards and have
your IandIord make repairs where necessary:
Loose or damaged plugs and switches
Outlets and switches with missing cover plates
Outlets and switches that are warm or hot to the touch should be turned off immediately and replaced by
a licensed electrical contractor
Dim or fickering lights
Exposed electrical wiring
Fuses that blow or circuit breakers that frequently trip, or circuits that don't work when fuses are replaced
or breakers reset
Renovated kitchens and bathrooms require GFC (Ground Fault Circuit nterrupter) outlets
n older accommodations ask the landlord to replace existing outlets in the bathroom and kitchen with
GFCI-protected outlets, and two-prong outlets with three-prong outlets
For safety's sake - take these steps to protect yourseIf:
Ensure all electrical products purchased and used bear the mark of a recognized certifcation agency (see
www.esasafe.com for a list of recognized marks)
Power bars must be approved by a certifcation agency, and it is recommended that only those with
heavy-gauge cord should be purchased for use in the home
Never use extension cords that are frayed and/or damaged
Never remove the 3rd prong from an electrical product the 3rd prong is the grounding device and is a
critical safety feature
Never use cheater plugs these are used to plug a 3-pronged device into a 2-pronged outlet and over-
rides critical safety mechanisms
Never overload outlets or circuits this can cause overheating that may lead to fre
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) should be tested monthly to ensure they are in proper operating
condition
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Consider purchasing a portable Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) from an electrical wholesale dis-
tributor for use in areas where GFCIs are not present
The price of electrical safety is a small investment for peace of mind. By encouraging post-secondary school-
bound students to start thinking about electrical safety in the home at this age will set a lifestyle pattern for
safe electrical practices for the balance of their life.
The Electrical Safety Authority brings this important electrical safety message to you. Visit www.esasafe.com
for more electrical safety information.
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Electrical hazards found at baseball diamonds
June 2008
Mississauga, ON While conducting regular feld inspections, the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) has
found numerous electrical hazards at baseball felds throughout Ontario. Municipalities are being advised to
take a closer look at the electrical installations at their sports felds to ensure there are no electrical hazards,
or damaged or deteriorated equipment.
One of the main concerns is the use of electrical metallic tubing (EMT) as the raceway in light standards
or tower installations. EMT was commonly used a number of years ago as raceway for electrical wiring in
outdoor installations such as sports feld light standards. However, EMT can become rusted and break apart
where it has been used as a conduit in exposed installations, see Photo F2. The EMT has a tendency to
shear off at the point where it exits the concrete base leading up into the light tower. This deteriorated conduit
can pose a shock hazard to the public through loss of bonding and exposed conductors.
Another major concern is the condition of the electrical panels. Many of the wooden or sheet metal enclo-
sures protecting the electrical panels from exposure to the weather have deteriorated over time and now allow
the weather to infltrate the electrical equipment inside, see Photo F3. Many of the enclosures are not locked,
making it easy for the public to access the equipment and the panels. Equipment that is rusting or has holes
or missing panel fllers could make live connections accessible to the public, see Photo F1.
ESA's inspections have identied the foIIowing issues:
v Some of the towers used to support the lighting are in a deteriorated condition.
v High-risk electrical wiring in the light standards is not being properly protected by raceway.
v In some instances there has been no bond wire used in the original installation.
v Electrical metallic tubing (EMT) is rusting and breaking apart.
v The EMT can shear off at the point that it exits the concrete base leading up into the light standard.
v EMT was sometimes used as the bond conductor back to the electrical panel in older installations. n this
instance, if the EMT breaks apart, there would be no bond continuity back to the electrical panel to open
an overcurrent device (fuse or breaker) if a phase conductor contacted the metal structure. This would
leave a condition where a shorted wire could energize the metallic structure thus posing a shock hazard
to anyone in the area.
v Many of the electrical panels are rusting or have openings as a result of missing panel fllers or knock out
fllers. This exposes the live bus to anyone putting their hands on or near the panel.
v PVC conduit has been found to be damaged by snow removal or lawn care equipment, thus exposing the
wires.
v The Ontario Electrical Safety Code prohibits the use of EMT conduit in wet environments.
v Many of the electrical panels are protected by wooden enclosures which are not weather-proofed and
tend to deteriorate with outdoor exposure.
v Many of the electrical panels are not locked even though they have the capability of being locked.
v Most of the outdoor outlets are not GFCI protected. This poses a potential hazard where the public (and
children) have unsupervised exposure to the electrical outlets. There is no way to ensure the condition of
the electrical cords being used by the public in these receptacles.
ESA recommends all outdoor electrical receptacles are GFCI protected and tested monthly as per manufac-
turers instructions.
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ESA recommends MunicipaIities deveIop a maintenance check Iist that incIudes the foIIowing:
Light Standards and Towers - Structures that carry electrical wiring need to be maintained to protect park
visitors from potential electrical hazards.
1. Check the condition of all conduits to ensure no breaks or cracks.
2. Look for conduit that has sheared off at ground level
3. Ensure that there is proper grounding and bonding of all electrical equipment.
4. Assess the integrity of the EMT. If deterioration has occurred, the EMT should be replaced with an ap-
proved conduit rated for exterior use.
5. Ensure connection boxes are not damaged nor have missing covers.
6. Conduct annual routine inspections of the structural integrity of light standards and towers. ESA Inspec-
tors have identifed severe cracks and rust deterioration in some light poles.
7. Repair all identifed defciencies immediately.
Electrical Panel and Enclosure
1. Check the condition of the enclosure protecting the electrical equipment from the weather.
2. Check the condition of the electrical panels and equipment. Ensure there are no holes in the panels or
missing panel fllers that would expose the public to a shock hazard. Check for deterioration due to rust.
3. Ensure that the panel enclosure can be locked, and that it is locked.
4. Ensure the copper ground wire has not been removed (copper wire is at high risk of theft).
5. Repair all identifed defciencies immediately.
f you are not sure what to look for, a Licensed Electrical Contractor can help with the assessment and repairs
to damaged or deteriorated electrical equipment. Go to www.pluginsafely.ca for a list of Licensed Electrical
Contractors.
For more electrical safety information, please visit our website at www.esasafe.com.
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Photo F3
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Communication Grounding Hardware and Conductors
to Meterbase Enclosures
February 2007
Concerns have arisen from Local Distribution Companies, in regards to the attachment of communication
grounding hardware and conductors to meterbase enclosures. Utility workers regularly work on meterbases
with the electrical power energized. Grounding devices attached to removable covers on meterbases could
pose a hazard to these employees. The devices could dislodge the cover from its catch or the conductor in
the device could interfere with the cover removal. There is also concern that the conductor could free itself
from the grounding device and contact the exposed meter connections.
Bonding and Grounding hardware must be approved devices as per Rule 2-024 of the Ontario Electrical
Safety Code and installed as per the manufacturers instructions. As well, these devices must not be installed
directly to removable covers on meterbases. These devices must not distort or damage the meterbase enclo-
sure. Communication companies need to ensure their installation practices meet these requirements.
Note: Utility workers need to be aware of these devices when working on meterbase enclosures. Communi-
cation companies need to ensure their installation practices meet these requirements.
Examples of approved devices
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Hazards due to misuse of extension cords
January 2007
The misuse of extension cords has contributed to increasing reports of electrical fres in Ontario over the past
year. Do not become a statistic. n the past ten years there have been fve fatalities, and numerous fres in
Ontario associated with the misuse of extension cords.
The Electrical Safety Authority warns consumers to use extension cords safely - follow these important rules.
Only use extension cords:
v That are rated for the particular task:
Select the appropriate cord for the application. Not all cords are created equal, some are designed for
exterior use, others interior use only, some for hard usage in wet locations, others not.
v For temporary installations:
Flexible extension cords must never take the place of permanent wiring; they are not designed or in-
tended for permanent installations. Once the task has been completed, the cord should always be discon-
nected and properly stored away for future use.
v For portable electrical equipment:
always follow the manufacturers instructions.
Failure to use and maintain extension cords in the manner they were intended may create a fre or shock
hazard that puts you or your family at risk.
Safe use of Extension Cords
ESA encourages consumers to ask the following questions before using an extension cord:
v Will I use the cord indoors or outdoors?
v What is the total current or wattage rating of the appliances Ill use with the cord?
v How far is the nearest outlet from where 'll be working?
WiII I use the cord indoors or outdoors?
The frst step in determining which extension cord you will need is to decide whether you will be using the
appliance indoors or outdoors. Extension cords that can be used outdoors will be clearly marked Suitable
for Use with Outdoor Appliances. Never use an indoor extension cord outdoors; it could result in an electric
shock or fre hazard. f you are working outdoors purchase an outdoor rated extension cord it's a small
price to pay for safety.
The Ontario Electrical Safety Code requires all receptacles on residential properties located outdoors, below
1.5m be ground fault circuit interrupter protected. Please ensure that all portable electrical equipment used
outdoors has GFCI protection, your life may depend on it.
What is the totaI current or wattage rating of the appIiances I'II use with the cord?
Extension cords are labeled with valuable information as to the use, size, current and wattage rating of the
cord. Cords are offered in many lengths and are marked with a size or gauge. The gauge is based on the
American Wire Gauge (AWG) System, in which the larger the wire, the smaller the AWG number. For exam-
ple, a 14 gauge wire would be larger, and can power larger wattage appliances, than a 16 gauge wire.
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f you don't have a properly rated cord purchase a new extension cord it's a small price to pay for safety.
How far is the nearest outIet from where I'II be working?
To determine what size -- or gauge -- cord you will need, you will also have to determine how long you need
the cord to be. A cord, based on its gauge, can power an appliance of a certain wattage only at specifc dis-
tances. As the cord gets longer, the current carrying capacity of the cord gets lower. For example, a 16 gauge
extension cord less than 50 feet in length can power a 1625 watt (W) appliance. A 16 gauge cord that is
longer than 50 feet in length can only power an appliance up to 1250W. If you are going to use the extension
cord with two or more appliances, you must add together the wattage rating for all appliances used on the
cord to determine the gauge size you will need.
Power Bars
Power bars not unlike extension cords are also widely misused. The safety steps listed above are required
to determine if the power bar is suitable for your intended application. ESA recommends that you purchase
power bars with a minimum 14 gauge copper conductor to ensure a higher level of safety. The practice of
daisy chaining power bars is not recommended by ESA.
Figure F1 Outdoor GFCI cord and receptacle
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Locking HV switch
February 2006
A local LDC supplied power to a new customer owned gang operated high voltage switch. The high voltage
contractor, bringing power to the facility through a substation had left the customer owned switch unlocked
once he had completed his job. Someone closed the switch energizing the facility. This was done without
proper authorization from ESA.
A worker, assuming that the building was still in its de-energized state, went to inspect a 600 V panel and was
intending to touch exposed part (which was energized). Had he not been warned by another contractor work-
ing nearby, critical injury or fatality may have resulted.
The practice of not locking out switches to prevent unauthorized use is very dangerous. Ontario Health and
Safety Act and Regulations Section 185(1) of the Construction Regulations requires electrical equipment to be
installed and operated so as not to pose a hazard to a worker. Energizing without authorization from ESA is
also in contravention of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code.
High voltage contractors bringing power into a facility or a section of a facility must keep the installation locked
out until connection has been authorized. Keys to the installation shall only be given to those who have au-
thority.
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Use of defective equipment causes hoteI re
June 2005
Contractor activity resuIted in a hoteI re
A contractor was removing lint from the ventilating system in the hotel laundry. The foor lamp he was using to
illuminate the work area was not designed for the purpose for which it was intended. t had a defective cord
and abuse during its use created an arc, which ignited lint fbers on the foor and subsequently spread to other
lint fbers nearby and resulted in a fre.
n a densely populated building, this incident could have easily resulted in a serious fre. What occurred in this
incident is a perfect example of how dangerous defective equipment can be, given the right condition. n a
separate event, a defective cord leaked enough current that resulted in a fatality a few years ago. n short,
damaged electrical equipment has been known to cause fre and death.
Applied regulations and codes
Both the Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC) and the Ontario Health and Safety Act and Regulations
(OHSA & Regs) requires equipment to be kept in good condition. When the equipment is damaged that it
compromises safe operation of the equipment, endangering the building, general public or worker, the equip-
ment must not be used and should be removed. The OESC and OHSA and Regs also specify that workplace
must be kept in good housekeeping order, so that the environment does not contribute to injuries or material
damage.
What can be done to avert the hazard
Ensure that equipment and tools are used for the intended purpose. Please inspect all your electrical equip-
ment prior to use. Look for damaged or frayed cord, broken casing, removed ground pins, exposed bare wires
that can compromise the safety of the tool or equipment. Keep workplace clean from dust and debris that can
contribute to fre or safety hazard. Destroy and discard defective cords right away so they can no longer be
used. Place defective equipment where they will not be used. Tag it clearly and have a qualifed person repair
the tool or equipment.
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F1 Fixture used as a trouble light
F2 - Defective cord caused by misuse that Iater arced and caused a re
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Fire investigation into high-rise apartment re
March 2005
n the fall of 2004, the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) was asked to assist the Offce of Fire Marshal (OFM)
in a fre investigation involving an electrical fre in a high-rise apartment complex in Eastern Ontario. This fre
left more than a thousand people homeless, the damage extensive, resulting in multi-million dollar damage
and given the circumstances, it was fortunate there was no associated loss of life or life-threatening injury.
This fre was so severe that even after 4 weeks following the fre, the building continues to remain unoccu-
pied.
The fre, which involved one of the apartment building's main electrical distribution risers (busway), originated
from the main electrical panel board located in the basement, and ran up the building through electrical clos-
ets located on each foor. The busway supplies power to the electrical closets, which in turn supplies power to
the electric heating located in every individual apartment.
Preliminary investigations of the site identifed that a water leak on a higher foor migrated into an electrical
closet . The water entered the busway and caused a short circuit. The busway overcurrent and ground fault
protection failed to clear the fault resulting in catastrophic failure of the busway, The failure resulted in an elec-
trical fre, spreading to multiple foors throughout the building.
Following further investigation, ESA and OFM determined the busway protection failure was due to a malfunc-
tion in the busway protective device. The switch mechanism did not work freely causing the operating linkage
to bind, preventing the switch from opening to clear the fault.
Rule 2-300 of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code requires All operating electrical equipment shall be kept in
safe and proper working condition.
The fre investigation identifed that regular testing, calibration and maintenance of the protective systems and
related switches in the main distribution switchgear should have identifed and corrected the problem.
Recommendations
The Electrical Safety Authority strongly recommends all owners, condominium associations, and rental
management companies involved in high-rise buildings initiate a program of regular testing, calibration, and
maintenance of electrical systems to ensure electrical systems in buildings function properly and safely. Test-
ing, calibration and maintenance must follow what the manufacturers recommend.
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Hazards of eIectricaI paneIs and equipment
February 2004
The Accident
A restaurant supervisor received very serious injuries when attempting to recover a set of keys that has fallen
behind electrical equipment in the back offce. A fellow worker called the police and had the power turned off
before removing the victim. Without the help of the second person, this victim could have died.
Facts
Electricity is invisible, silent, dangerous and not obvious to most people.
t is common to fnd electrical equipment in closets or backrooms of shops, offces and restaurants.
Because of cramped space, people often use the electrical equipment as tables, shelves, even stor-
age.
n most cases, the electrical equipment or panels look just like any part of the building. There is no
fashing light or sparks and often, they do not generate sound. When the electrical panels are opened
and electrical and component exposed, despite the danger, they still look deceivingly harmless.
Most electrical panels or equipment are not marked to warn common people of potential danger.
o Some equipment can overheat when the vent is covered with clothing or cloth or card-
board. t can initiate fres.
o Electricity and electrical equipment can do harm even without physically touching the ac-
tual equipment, components or wires. Electricity can travel through air and hurt a human
body.
What to do when you nd eIectricaI equipment in your ofce or cIoset.
1. Do not block access to electrical panels and equipment. Electricians should have immediate access
to the panels and equipment in case they needed to be turned off in a hurry.
2. Do not place objects near, on or inside the equipment. You can create a fre hazard by doing so and
worse, you can be seriously injured.
3. Warn co-workers about the danger of electrical equipment; place warning signs and this hazard no-
tice on the panel or cover of the equipment.
4. Do not open panels or covers of the electrical equipment, regardless how harmless the equipment
looks. f an object accidentally fell inside or behind the panel or equipment, call a qualifed electrician
to do the job. Do not attempt to retrieve by opening any panels, covers or inserting objects such as
wires or wooden object inside the electrical equipment through openings and vents.
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347 Volt lighting circuits kill one apprentice and severely
injured two others
January 2003
347 volts has struck again. n the past year, working live with 347 Volt circuits has cost the industry one life
and two serious injuries that resulted in permanent loss of limb. The three young victims were supposedly
trained in the hazards of working live.
Typically, many industrial and commercial lighting installations operate at 347 volts and do not have individual
area switching. The lack of switching makes it diffcult to de-energize the circuit when performing maintenance
such as ballast changes.
Several facts about The Ontario Health and Safety Act and Regulations (OHSA & Regs) that you should be
aware of are:
Under the OHSA and regulations, employers and supervisors are responsible for
- providing information, instruction and supervision to protect the safety of the workers.
- identifying and communicating safety hazards to the worker.
- providing workers with safe work procedure and all protection necessary to perform the work
- taking all necessary precaution to protect the worker.
When working with 347 Volt systems, ESA recommends the following:
nstalling a new 47 Volt System
v Lay out the circuits so that no single area is fed from a single branch circuit or switch. Make it safer for
the person servicing the area. You may make it safer for yourself if you have service this same circuit
at a later date.
Servicing 347 Volt System
v Always work with de-energized lines. Not only it is safe practice, it is also the law.
v Plan your work, make arrangements to de-energize circuits at times when they will least affect the oc-
cupants. i.e. lunch breaks, after or before hours.
v Take special precaution and respect the hazards of electricity; 347 Volt systems are not forgiving.
v Always treat the neutral as energized unless it has been verifed as de-energized.
v Always shut off and tag out circuits you are going to be working on.
v f in doubt, ask. Ensure that all hazards are known and are minimized.
v When circumstances require working live, minimize all factors that can lead to injuries. Always use ac-
cess equipment that is non-conductive and with good insulating properties, such as wooden ladders.
Hand tools must also be non-conductive. Drape an insulating blanket on the light box and maintain
distance with other surrounding metal items such as ceiling tracks and hanging wires. Always use
CSA approved rubber gloves, with a minimum of class zero classifcation.
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Remember, these accidents did not have to happen.
v Do not become complacent when working with electricity. Use these incidents to remind yourself and
others that electricity can and does KILL .
v Share your knowledge, train others to work safely.
v Make sure that you will go home at the end of the day.
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Industry alert on temporary ground connection
March 2002
During testing of some temporary ground connections, it was found that when subjected to available fault cur-
rents the ground connections failed violently. This could potentially injure people in the vicinity. ESA has no
known accidents or injury data involving temporary ground connections and their failure, but the potential of a
serious injury or fatality exists.
Purpose of temporary ground services
Temporary ground, safety grounds are conductors which serves two purposes;
1. to pass current to ground in case of the line becoming inadvertently energized and cause aprotective
device to operate, and
2. to drain any induced current that may be present from other lines in the vicinity that are still energized.
The current carrying capacity of the temporary ground must be at least the same as the lines that it is being
attached to, preferably larger to provide a safety factor
Suggested Guidelines
When installing temporary ground connections, ensure that it complies with the OHSA section 42, of the
Industrial Regulations. n addition, a very comprehensive Work Protection Code to prevent injuries must also
exist.
The Work Protection Code must have the following;
1. All precaution to ensure that lines are de-energized and that hot sticks and gloves are used to ensure
your safety in case the line was still energized.
2. Provision to ensure the power supply to electrical installations, equipment or conductors are discon-
nected, locked out of service and tagged before any work is done, or when while it is being done on
or near live exposed parts of the installations, equipment or conductors.
3. Making the length of safety ground as short as possible to minimize the violent effect
n certain cases, locking out may not be required and these are the conditions
(a) if the conductors are adequately grounded with a visible grounding mechanism; or
(b) if the voltage is less than 300 volts and there is no locking device for the circuit breakers or fuses and
procedures are in place adequate to ensure that the circuit is not inadvertently energized.
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Electrician narrowly escapes serious injury
July 2001
While installing metering conductors in a 4160 volt switchgear, a qualifed Electrician came into contact with
the terminal of an energized lightning arrester.
This contact could have been FATAL!
A serious hazard exists when electricians assume lightning arresters are de-energized when the main switch
is turned off or even when a breaker is racked out. Lightning arresters are typically installed on the line side
of a main switch to protect the incoming supply conductors from surges. Extreme care shall be exercised to
ensure lightning arresters are de-energized when working in compartments.
The following is recommended practice for
1. Check the single line drawing, ensure that tag and lock-out procedure is understood by personnel doing
the work.
2. Follow the proper lock-out, tag-out procedure and test to confrm no potential exists before working within
an electrical enclosure.
Figure F1- Single Line Diagram
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Test for voltage before you work It could save your life
May 2001
Accidents and fataIities can be reduced if workers:
1. Carefully check to ensure voltage is disconnected before doing any work on electrical equipment.
2. Ensure that the voltage testers they are using have been Approved and meet the minimum stan-
dards for safety. (Approved Testers are marked - CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 231.0 or C22.2 No. 1010).
This is required by the Ontario Electrical Safety Code, Rule 2-034 and the Occupational Health and
Safety Act. Use of an unapproved voltage tester is a violation of Ontario Electrical Safety Code Rules
2-034 and 2-306 and may result in charges being laid under the Electricity Act.
Important steps that couId save your Iife:
v When working on equipment always follow the proper LOCKOUT procedure required by both your
company and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
v Use an Approved Voltage Tester, certifed to a CSA Standard.
v Always do suffcient tests with an approved voltage tester to ensure the equipment is not energized.
Or
v Have visible isolation of the contact surfaces of the disconnecting device so you can ensure the
equipment you are working on is not energized.
To ensure that you have conducted suffcient tests:
1. Measure a known voltage source (to ensure you have bonding and the meter works)
2. Ensure there is no voltage on the load side of all contacts of the isolating device (ensures contacts
are actually open).
3. Follow lock out and tag out procedures to ensure voltage cannot be reconnected while you are work-
ing on the equipment.
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Avoiding eIectricaI shocks and re hazards from
ungrounded steel studs
April 2001
The Electrical Safety Authority has been informed a homeowner received a serious electrical shock when at-
tempting to check for a blown fuse in the electrical panel where the steel studs framing his fuse panel had not
been bonded to ground. During the renovation of the homeowners basement, metal stud framing was used
with non-metallic sheathed cable (NMD-90) wiring and non-metallic or PVC boxes. When the drywall was
installed one of the screws penetrated a switch leg, energizing the complete metal stud assembly at 120 volts
when the power was turned on.
The use of non-metallic or PVC boxes together with no physical connection between the bonding conductor
of the cable and the metal stud assembly energized the entire wall system for weeks before the homeowner
checked the blown fuse.
Caution:
The Ontario Electrical Safety Code requires that metal stud partitions be bonded to ground so that the branch
circuit over current device will operate in the event the studs become energized.
Precautions should be taken to ensure that wall assemblies are at the same potential to ground as the electri-
cal service box. Metal or steel boxes can be secured to the studs in compliance with the Ontario Electrical
Safety Code or the metal frame can be separately bonded by a conductor to connect each isolated section,
ensuring good electrical contact with all framing members.
Rule 10-002 of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code requires that grounding and bonding shall be done in such
a manner as to serve the following purposes:
(a) To protect life from the danger of electric shock, and property from damage by bonding to ground non-cur-
rent-carrying metal systems;
Experience has shown that metallic wall assemblies using non-metallic wire and boxes are susceptible to
electrical faults, resulting in a potential exposure of persons to electrical shock.
The bonding requirements of Rule 10-400: Exposed, non-current carrying metal parts of fxed equipment shall
be bonded to ground if equipment is: (g) in electrical contact with metal, metal foil, or metal lathe; supports the
general concept of bonding metal studs.
From this point of view, ESA will require metal studs assembled to form a steel building frame or wall as-
sembly, which is not intentionally bonded to ground and may become energized, to be bonded to the service
equipment enclosure. The bonding conductor shall be sized in accordance with Table 16.
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Dangers associated with gasoline spraying and incandescent
extension handlamps (incandescent trouble light)
January 2001
The Electrical Safety Authority, together with CSA International and the Ontario Fire Marshal, are issuing
a warning that ncandescent Handlamps, and other incandescent lights should not be used when working
on fuel system or any other fammable liquids of gas powered vehicles. nvestigations by the Ontario Fire
Marshal have discovered that the use of incandescent lighting fxtures near fammable liquids could result in
serious or fatal explosions.
This situation occurs when a liquid such as gasoline comes in contact with incandescent lights causing a ther-
mal shock, which shatters the bulb, or when the gasoline comes into contact with the incandescent trouble
light, that has broken after being dropped. When fammable gasoline vapors mix with a glowing flament,
they ignite causing an explosion and possibly fre.
Over the past few years there have been isolated fatalities from people using Incandescent Handlamps near
fammable liquids, and over $5 million in reported damages. n the past six months, there have been inci-
dents where one individual suffered serious burns and a second succumbed to burns when gasoline came in
contact with incandescent extension handlamps.
Starting November 30, 2000 the CSA nternational will require that any Manufacturer holding a CSA nterna-
tional Certifcate with respect to ncandescent Handlamps (portable luminaries) retest to ensure they comply
with the extension handlamps enclosure integrity abnormal test.
CSA nternational has prepared a Technical nformation Letter that clearly states the requirements for the
condition where extension handlamps may be used in the proximity of vehicles or equipment. All handlamps
that do not comply will be marked:
"CAUTION: DO NOT USE N THE PROXMTY OF VEHCLES OR EQUPMENT, WHERE THERE S A
RSK OF FLAMMABLE LQUDS COMNG NTO CONTACT WTH THE HANDLAMP.
The Electrical Safety Authority is interested in ensuring the safe use of electrical equipment in Ontario. As
part of our electrical inspection process, we will be checking to ensure applications comply with this Techni-
cal nformation Letter. Please be aware of the requirements of Rule 20-110 (for commercial garages) shall
comply with the following:
v They shall be of the totally enclosed gasketted type, equipped with handle, lamp holder, hook, and
substantial guard attached to the lamp holder or handle, and all exterior surfaces which may come in
contact with battery terminals, wiring terminals, or other objects shall be of non-conducting materials
or shall be effectively protected with an insulating jacket; and
v The lamp holders shall be of unswitched type; and
v They shall not be provided with receptacles for attachment plugs.
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Dangers associated with high voltage installations
January 2000
In August of 1999 an electrician received severe burns to their left hand after contacting 2400 volts. This
worker was extremely fortunate to have not lost a limb or worse, his life.
During the replacement of a 2400 volt, 4 cells MCC, the victim came in contact with a 2400 volt power source
connected to the load side of the bottom right hand cell. The current fowed from the bus through the victim
and into the door of the enclosure.
On investigating it was found that:
v The main disconnect, which was the top right cell was opened, locked and tagged.
v The transformer feeder was disconnected and grounded.
v The cell where the contact took place had been used as a transfer switch, but had not been used since
1978. The alternate feed was still connected and energized on the load side terminals of the cell.
v There was no signage or circuit diagram on the door indicating its purpose.
v There was no interlocking on either end of the supply conductor disconnects or the transfer cell.
v There was a schematic showing the second feeder but this was not supplied to the contractor doing the
work.
v The equipment was not tested for potential at any time during the process. The victim received burns to
fngers on his left hand.
This accident did not have to happen.
Rule 36-006 (4) of the Ontario Electric Safety Code states: (4) Where the possibility of feedback exists:
(a) Each group operated isolating switch or disconnecting means shall bear a warning notice to the effect that
contacts on either side of the device may be energized; and
(b) A permanent, legible, single-line diagram of the station switching arrangement, clearly identifying each
point of connection to the high-voltage section, shall be provided in a conspicuous location within sight of
each point of connection.
f this high voltage cubicle had the required warning notices and single line diagram the worker would have
been alerted to the hazards within the high voltage cubicle.
Proper lockout tagout procedures as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act would have provided
the proper protection for the worker, therefore, no contact.
The Electrical Safety Authority would like to advise all customers, to ensure that all high voltage in-
staIIations meet the minimum requirements of RuIe 36-006, to prevent this type of accident from
occurring again.
v If you have had any additions or alterations to your high voltage switchgear your single line diagram
should refect those changes.
v Post the Single Line Diagram in a conspicuous location within sight of each point of connection.
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Hazards in electrical rooms put people and property at risk
February 1997
Live electrical panels left open - cause danger
Electrical Safety Authority's Continuous Safety Services nitiative has identifed that many Commercial and
Industrial establishments leave live panels open for long periods of time. They noted that many people, other
than electricians, now enter electrical rooms to maintain data, phone, security, fre alarm and other wiring
systems PIease note:
Rule 2-202 Guarding of bare live parts in the Ontario Electrical Safety Code requires protection of persons
and property:
(1) Bare live parts shall be guarded against accidental contact by . . . approved cabinets . . . a suitable
room, vault or similar enclosed area . . . accessible only to qualifed persons.
(3) Entrances to rooms . . . containing bare live parts shall be marked with conspicuous warning signs
forbidding entry to unqualifed persons.
Permanent metal panel covers must be replaced as soon as possible
Poor housekeeping creates serious risks to people and property
Materials, supplies and trash left in electrical rooms often blocks access, causes accidents, and poses fre
hazards.
Allowing any objects to be left near electrical panels violates the Ontario Electrical Safety Code:
Rule 2-308 states a minimum working space of 1 metre with secure footing shall be provided and main-
tained about electrical equipment . . . enclosed in metal.
Rule 2-312 further requires working space around electrical equipment shall not be used for storage and
shall be kept clear of obstruction.
Safety is everyones concern and everyones responsibility.
These hazards should be identifed and fxed.
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Safety Alert Index
There will no longer be a paper edition of the Safety Alerts. A complete listing and a full release of the Safety
Alerts are available thru the ESAs Website www.esasafe.com and the CD version of the Bulletins
Index
09-05-AL The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about Unapproved Decorative Lamps &
Bulbs Distributed by Vickie Jeans Creations
09-06-AL UL warns of video game charger with unauthorized UL Certifcation Mark
09-07-AL The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about Counterfeit Lithium-ion Battery Chager
09-08-AL UL warns of USB AC/DC adapter with unauthorized UL Marks
09-09-AL UL warns of compact fuorescent lamp with unauthorized UL Marks
09-10-AL UL warns of Class 2 power supply adapter with unauthorized UL Marks
09-11-AL UL warns of night light with unauthorized UL Mark
09-12-AL UL warns of power supply with unauthorized UL Marks
09-13-AL UL warns of candle warmers and air fresheners with unauthorized UL Marks
09-14-AL UL warns of ceiling light with unauthorized UL Marks
09-15-AL UL warns of unauthorized UL Marks on power supply provided with cordless drill
09-16-AL UL warns of potentially hazardous compact fuorescent lamps
09-17-AL The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about Unapproved Decorative Silk
Flower Light sold at the CNE
09-19-AL UL Warns of Lighting Fixture with Unauthorized UL Mark
09-20-AL UL Warns of Pilot Light with Unauthorized UL Mark
09-21-AL UL Warns of Bird Deterrent Systems with Unauthorized UL Marks
09-22-AL UL Warns of Glue Gun with Unauthorized UL Mark
09-23-AL UL Warns of Portable Lamps and Ceiling Lamps with Unauthorized UL Mark
09-24-AL UL Warns of Power Supply Adapter with Unauthorized UL Mark
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09-25-AL The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about AC Operated RF Wireless
Remote Switch
09-26-AL The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about PLATELITE INC. Electrical
Wiring Device Cover Plate with Integral Electroluminescent Night-Light
10-01-AL UL warns of switch with unauthorized UL Mark
10-02-AL UL warns consumers of 2 in 1 AC adapters with an unauthorized UL Mark
10-03-AL UL warns consumers of nightlights bearing unauthorized UL Listing Marks
10-04-AL ESA warns consumers about Portable Air Compressors Manufactured by Zhejiang Xinlei
Mechanical & Electrical Co., Ltd.
10-05-AL UL warns of a bicycle light with unauthorized UL power supply
10-06-AL The Electrical Safety Authority, Health Canada and Underwriters Laboratories nc. Warn Con
sumers about Possible Laceration Hazard associated with Dishwashers
10-07-AL The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about Unapproved Whole Body Vibration
Plate Type Fitness Equipment: T-Zone & Crazy Fit
10-08-AL The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about Unapproved Massage Chairs Sold
by Paradigm Marketing
10-09-AL The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about Unapproved Headboards with Built-
in lighting
10-10-AL The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about Potential Fire Hazard associated
with Portable Luminaires* / Table Lamps
10-11-AL UL warns of dental endodontic device
10-12-AL UL warns of potentially hazardous extension cord
10-13-AL UL warns of LED PAR 64 and PAR 575 stage lights with unauthorized UL marks
10-14-AL UL warns of Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) with inadequate corrosion protection
10-15-AL ntertek warns of nfrared Zone Heating System due to possible fre hazards
10-16-AL ntertek Testing Services Warns Consumers of a Euro-Master, Model Strong and Open
Master, Model OP-1 Garage Door Openers Bearing an Unauthorized ETL Listing Mark
10-17-AL UL warns of AC/DC adapters with unauthorized UL Marks
10-18-AL ntertek warns of Outdoor nfatable Halloween Decoration imported by Chrisha Creations
Bearing an Unauthorized ETL Listing Mark
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10-19-AL The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about Liform Lite ndustrial Co., Ltd. Track
Light Heads with Unauthorized UL Mark
10-20-AL The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about Wordsworth Data Innovations Inc.
Power Bars with Unauthorized CSA Certifcation Mark
10-21-AL UL Warns of Electric Bike Charger with Unauthorized UL Marks
10-22-AL UL warns of LCD television with unauthorized UL Marks
10-23-AL The Electrical Safety Authority Warns of Unapproved Straightening Irons
11-01-AL ntertek warns of ncredible Nails Set Bearing an Unauthorized ETL Listing Mark
11-02-AL UL Warns of Class 2 Power Units Bearing Unauthorized UL Marks
11-03-AL UL Warns of Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) Elbows and Bends With nadequate Corrosion
Protection
11-04-AL ntertek Testing Services Warns Consumers of Turboion Croc Designer Ceramic Ball Hair
Dryer
11-05-AL UL Warns of Electric Signs with Unauthorized UL Marks
11-06-AL ESA warns Consumers and Chiropractic Professionals of Unapproved Chiropractic
Equipment
11-07-AL ntertek Testing Services Warns Consumers of HerStyler products bearing an Unauthorized
cETLus Certifcation Mark
11-08-AL The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about LED Pool Lights Sold by Executive
Pools & Spas
11-09-AL UL Warns of Hair Straightener Flat ron with Unauthorized UL Marks for Canada
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The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about
Unapproved Decorative Lamps & Bulbs distributed
by Vickie Jeans Creations
April 06, 2009
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is notifying consumers about unapproved decorative
lamps and bulbs distributed by Vickie Jeans Creations.
This product is unapproved and not tested to any Canadian Safety Standards. ESA is concerned of a poten-
tial fre hazard due to proximity of fammable material to the light bulbs.
Description/Models: Various decorative lamps with various markings: China, Vickie Jean's Creations,
USA & no markings. Silicone dipped decorative light bulbs; the light bulbs have markings: 6W / 130V and
4W / 130V.
Direction: Electrical Safety Authority requests consumers to stop using this product immediately.
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UL warns of mislabelled video game charger
June 01, 2009
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
Northbrook, Ill., June 4, 2009 Underwriters Laboratories nc. (UL) is notifying consumers that Teknocre-
ations Video Game Handle Chargers bearing an unauthorized UL Mark for the United States and Canada,
identifed below, have not been evaluated for safety by UL. t is unknown if this product complies with U.S.
and Canadian safety requirements.
This notice supersedes the UL notice issued May 21, 2009.
Name of Product: CX360500 (nCharge for Xbox 360), CW200 (nCharge for Wii)
Number of Units: 4500 to 6000
Manufacturer: WELLFORM ndustrial Ltd., Guangdong, China
Date of Manufacture: Unknown
Identication: This notice only covers products marked with the UL Mark for the United States and Canada,
as shown below:
Sold at: Known to be sold at www.amazon.com and may have been sold by other retailers.
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Photo of product: Model CW200 (nCharge for Wii)
f the product or packaging does not bear the UL Mark as shown above, it is not covered by this notice.
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The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about
Counterfeit Lithium-ion Battery Charger
June 03, 2009
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is notifying consumers about Counterfeit Lithium-ion
Battery Charger, Model HXY-0422000A. This product has been identifed as bearing a counterfeit UL Mark
for the United States and Canada. These Lithium-ion Battery Chargers have not been evaluated for safety by
UL, and may pose a potential fre and/or shock hazard.
Direction: Electrical Safety Authority is requesting consumers to stop using these products immediately.
Please see photos of the counterfeit product below.
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UL warns of USB AC/DC adapter with unauthorized UL Marks
July 2, 2009
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
Northbrook, Ill., USA -- June 25, 2009 -- Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying consumers that the USB
AC/DC Adapter, identifed below, bears an unauthorized UL Mark for the United States and Canada. This
product has not been evaluated by UL to the requirements of the appropriate standard for safety and is not
authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if this product complies with U.S. or Canadian safety require-
ments.
Name of product: Model SCP0500300P
Number of units: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Date of manufacture: Unknown
Identication: on the product:
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UL warns of compact uorescent Iamp with unauthorized UL Marks
July 2, 2009
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
NORTHBROOK, Il -- June 26, 2009 -- Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying consumers that the Com-
pact Fluorescent Lamp, identifed below, bears an unauthorized UL Mark for the United States and Canada.
This product has not been evaluated by UL to the requirements of the appropriate standard for safety and
is not authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if this product complies with U.S. or Canadian safety
requirements.
Name of product: EL-23W
Number of units: Unknown
Date of manufacture: 2004-present
Manufacturer: Unknown
Identication: On the product:
Sold at: Lumiere Galarneau and Eclairage R G in Canada. Known to be distributed by E-Lumine 14675 Hwy
38 Sharbot Lake, ON K0H 2P0 Canada
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UL warns of Class 2 power supply adapter with unauthorized UL Marks
August 18, 2009
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
Northbrook, IL; -- August 18, 2009 -- Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying consumers and retailers
that the Class 2 Power Supply Adapter, intended for use with a Drink-O-Matic personal vending machine,
identifed below, bears an unauthorized UL Mark for the United States and Canada. This product has not been
evaluated by UL to the appropriate standard for safety for the United States or Canada, and is not authorized
to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if this product complies with the United States or Canadian safety require-
ments.
Name of product: Model QL-08011-b1205000F
Number of units: Unknown
Date of manufacture: Unknown
Product label marking: Qili Power - Class 2 Power Supply
Identication: On the product: A label attached to the power supply is marked with the following:
Sold by: Smart Planet online (service@smartplanet.net) or by phone (818-702-2904)
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Photo of Class 2 Power Supply:
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UL warns of night light with unauthorized UL Mark
July 13, 2009
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
Northbrook, Ill., -- July 7, 2009 -- Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying consumers that the Night Light,
identifed below, bears an unauthorized UL Mark for the United States and Canada. This product has not been
evaluated by UL to the appropriate standard for safety for the United States and Canada, and is not autho-
rized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if this product complies with the United States or Canadian safety
requirements.
Name of product: Nightlight Plus Three Outlets, Model NL3/LED
Number of units: Unknown
Manufacturer: Xiamen Hi-Light Lighting Co., Ltd., FuJian, China
Date of manufacture: Unknown
Identication: On the product:
The product and label are marked with the following information:
Sold at: Known to be sold at www.amazon.com, and may have been sold by other retailers.
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UL warns of power supply with unauthorized UL Marks
July 13, 2009
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
Northbrook, Ill., USA -- July 9, 2009 -- Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying consumers that the Power
Supply, identifed below, bears an unauthorized UL Mark for the United States and Canada. This product has
not been evaluated by UL to the appropriate standard for safety for the United States or Canada and is not
authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if these products comply with the United States or Canadian
safety requirements.
Name of product: Model KSAFD10000140W1US
Number of units: Unknown Quantity
Manufacturer: Unknown
Date of manufacture: Unknown
Identication on the product IabeI incIudes:
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UL warns of candle warmers and air fresheners
with unauthorized UL Marks
July 20, 2009
Product Safety Alert
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Northbrook, Ill., -- July 15, 2009 -- Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying consumers that the Air Fresh-
ener and Candle Warmer, identifed below, bear unauthorized UL Marks for the United States and Canada.
These products have not been evaluated by UL to the appropriate standard for safety for the United States or
Canada, and are not authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if these products comply with the United
States or Canadian safety requirements.
Name of product: Candle Warmer models: 67318 and 67740; Air Freshener model 67971
Number of units: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Date of manufacture: Unknown
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Identication: On the products:
Sold at: Known to be distributed at website http://www.kennedyscountry.com.
Photos of products:
Candle Warmer Model: 67318
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Air Freshener Model: 67971
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UL warns of ceiling light with unauthorized UL Marks
August 13, 2009
Product Safety Alert
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Northbrook, Ill., USA -- August 6, 2009 -- Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying consumers and retail-
ers that the Ceiling Light, identifed below, bears an unauthorized UL Mark for the United States and Canada.
This product has not been evaluated by UL to the appropriate standard for safety for the United States or
Canada, and is not authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if this product complies with the United
States or Canadian safety requirements. The company associated with the UL fle number (E91785) is not
responsible for the production, distribution, or performance of these products.
Name of product: Model 30001-MBZ
Number of units: Unknown quantity
Manufacturer: Unknown
Date of manufacture: Unknown
Identication:
The product is marked with the following information:
E91785
tem No: 30001-MBZ
Date: 6 2006
MADE N CHNA
A label attached to the product is provided with the following information:
09/05
LISTED
INCANDESCENT
LUMNARE
SSUE NO. A-172,184
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UL warns of unauthorized UL Marks on power supply provided with
cordless drill
August 13, 2009
Product Safety Alert
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Northbrook, Ill., USA -- August 10, 2009 -- Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying consumers that the
power supply provided with the cordless drill, identifed below, bears an unauthorized UL Mark for the United
States and Canada. This power supply has not been evaluated by UL to the appropriate standard for safety
for the United States or Canada, and is not authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if this power supply
complies with the United States or Canadian safety requirements.
Name of product: Model PSA08318CH
Number of units: Approximately 1600
Manufacturer: Wuxi Xinju Electric Tools, Co., Ltd
Date of manufacture: February 2006 to present
Identication: On the product:
E244495
LISTED
17TE
SH-DC180400
Made in China
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UL warns of potentiaIIy hazardous compact uorescent Iamps
August 11, 2009
Product Safety Alert
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Northbrook, Ill. USA, - Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying consumers and retailers that the compact
fuorescent lamp (CFL), identifed below, may pose a shock and fre hazard. This product does not comply
with UL's safety requirements and is not eligible to bear the UL Mark.
Name of product: Bright Effects Compact Fluorescent Lamp
Units: Unknown quantity
Manufacturer: Zhejiang Yankon Group Co, Ltd., Zhejiang, China
Date of manufacture: Units manufactured on and prior to July 2007
Hazard: The lamp may overheat and melt the enclosure, exposing live parts and creating a shock and fre
hazard.
Identication: On the product:
E137657
Self-ballasted Lamp
5K53
13W 120V 60Hz 190mA
CF13EL/MNSPRAL Y728-1
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The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about Unapproved
Decorative Silk Flower Light sold at the CNE
September 17, 2009
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
Toronto ON - The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is notifying consumers about unapproved decorative silk
fower lamps that were sold at the Canadian National Exhibition. The product is a silk fower arrangement with
integral 120 volt lighting. These products are unapproved, not tested to any Canadian Safety Standards and
do not bear any recognized certifcation mark in Canada.
Direction: Electrical Safety Authority requests consumers to stop using these products immediately.
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UL warns of Iighting xture with unauthorized UL Mark
September 21, 2009
Product Safety Alert
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Northbrook, Ill., USA - Sept. 18, 2009 - Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying consumers and retailers
that the Lighting Fixture, identifed below, bears an unauthorized UL Mark for the United States and Canada.
This product has not been evaluated by UL to the appropriate standard for safety for the United States or
Canada, and is not authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if this product complies with United States
or Canadian safety requirements.
Name of product: Model 2571 M
Units: Unknown Quantity
Manufacturer: Unknown
Date of manufacture: Unknown
Identication: The product is marked with the following information:
Date: 09-02
tem: 2571 M
MADE N CHNA
A label attached to the product is provided with the following information:
04/07
E196267
LSTED/HOMOLOGUE
NCANDESCENT LUMNARE
LUMNARE A NCANDESCENCE
ISSUE NO/No DE CATEGORIE
A-232,303
Sold by: Known to be sold by: Maxilite, Port Moody BC Canada
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UL warns of pilot light with unauthorized UL Mark
September 21, 2009
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
Northbrook, Ill., USA - Sept. 1, 2009 - Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying manufacturers that the
pilot light, identifed below, bears an unauthorized UL Recognized Component Mark for the US and Canada.
This pilot light has not been evaluated by UL to the appropriate standard for safety for the United States or
Canada, and is not authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if this product complies with the United
States or Canadian safety requirements.
Name of product: Pilot Light, Model MPL22LD
Number of units: Unknown
Manufacturer:
YUEQNG XNDAL NDUSTRES CO LTD
XAMEN NDUSTRAL ZONE
LUSH
YUEQNG,
ZHEJANG 325604 CHNA
Date of manufacture: Unknown
Identication: On the product:
MDWEST
MODEL: MPL22LD
NPUT: 120 V AC, < 20mA
Sold at: Known to be sold at: http://www.midwestequipment.com
What should you do: Manufacturers of UL certifed products that have used this device are requested to
contact UL at: http://www.ul.com/global/eng/pages/offerings/perspectives/consumer/feldreport.
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UL warns of bird deterrent systems with unauthorized UL Marks
October 1, 2009
Product Safety Alert
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NORTHBROOK, Ill. - Sept. 1, 2009 - Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying regulatory agencies, authori-
ties having jurisdiction, and consumers that the Bird Deterrent System, identifed below, bears an unauthor-
ized UL Marks for the United States and Canada.
These products have not been evaluated by UL for use as a bird deterrent. The products are UL Listed elec-
tric fence controllers intended to be used in the containment of livestock. The indicated use as a bird deterrent
has not been evaluated by UL, and such, fence controllers are not authorized to bear the UL Listing Mark.
Name of product: Bird-B-Gone Model CHG-ACSS5.
Number of units: Up to 1000 Bird-B-Gone.
Date of manufacture: May 2007 to December 2008 for Bird-B-Gone.
Manufacturer: Woodstream Corporation
Identication: On the product: The name Bird-B-Gone and a circle with a slash through a drawing of a bird,
and the statements, Electronic Bird Abatement for Birds and Small Animals. The Model designations found
on the product as CHG-ACSS5.
MODEL CHG-ACSS5
LISTED
ELECTRIC FENCE
CONTROLLER 11NO
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UL warns of glue gun with unauthorized UL Mark
September 29, 2009
Product Safety Alert
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Northbrook, Ill., USA -- Sept. 29, 2009 -- Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying consumers that the
product packaging associated with the glue gun, identifed below, bears an unauthorized UL Mark. This prod-
uct has not been evaluated by UL to the appropriate standard for safety and is not authorized to bear the UL
Mark. t is unknown if these products comply with United States or Canadian safety requirements.
Name of product: MN GLUE GUN /MN PSTOLET COLLE
Number of units: Unknown quantity
Brand name: GOLD Tools Professional Tools
Date of manufacture: Unknown
Identication: On the packaging:
The packaging is marked with the unauthorized UL Mark and the following:
Imported By/ Importe Par
R.Z. Trading Ltd.
Toronto, Canada
Made in China
Gold Tools
Identication: On the product:
GLUE GUN 10W 110-220V 50Hz/60Hz
Sold at: Known to be sold at:
Southampton Market
140 Albert St South
Southampton, ON N0H 2L0
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UL warns of portable lamps and ceiling lamps with unauthorized UL Marks
October 2, 2009
Product Safety Alert
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Northbrook, Ill., USA - Oct. 1, 2009 - Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying consumers that the Portable
Lamps and Ceiling Lamps, identifed below, bear unauthorized UL Listing Marks for the United States and
Canada. These products have not been evaluated by UL to the appropriate standards for safety for the United
States and Canada, and are not authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if these products comply with
United States or Canadian safety requirements.
Name of product: Portable Lamp: Models 56151 & 56155; Ceiling Lamp: Model DE2207
Number of units: 225 portable lamps and 160 ceiling lamps were produced.
Manufacturer: Lucky Land Handicrafts Co Ltd MinHou FuJian, China
Date of manufacture: August 2008
Identication: On the products: The products have a gray colored label with the following information:
E236833
PORTABLE LAMPS
E236833
CELNG LAMPS
Consumer contact: Lucky Land Handicrafts Co Ltd MinHou FuJian
Address: 42 Shangnan Rd, Shanggan, MinHou, FuJian 350112 China
Mr. Ma Congming
Tel: +86.591.22268888 ext: 8305
Email: linss@luckyhandicrafts.com
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Photos of the units:
Models 56151 & 56155
Model: DE2207
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UL warns of power supply adaptor with unauthorized UL Mark
September 30, 2009
Product Safety Alert
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Northbrook, Ill., -- Sept. 30, 2009 -- Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying consumers that a power sup-
ply adaptor, identifed below, bears an unauthorized UL Mark for the United States and Canada. This product
has not been evaluated by UL to the appropriate standard for safety for the United States or Canada, and is
not authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if this product complies with the United States or Canadian
safety requirements.
Name of Product: AQ AC ADAPTER, Model RK-12W-SPEAKER
Number of units: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Date of Manufacture: Unknown
Identication: On the product:
AQ AC ADAPTER
MODEL: RK-12W-SPEAKER
PR.: 100-240V-50/60Hz 0.35A
60YM / E202402
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The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about
AC Operated RF Wireless Remote Switch
October 2, 2009
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is notifying consumers about potentially dangerous Elec-
trical Device AC Operated RF Wireless Remote Switch, Model 47-1010-R sold with electric Fireplaces and Air
Heater products.
Name of product: Wireless Remote Switch, Model 47-1010-R
Number of units: Unknown
Manufacturer: Jeckson Electric Co., Ltd.
Importer: Dimplex North America and possibly other retailers nationwide.
Incidents/Injuries: There have been some reports of fres.
Electrical Safety Authority is requesting consumers to stop using these products immediately.
ESA will issue a notifcation about the corrective action will be taken by the manufacturer and / or the
distributer(s) shortly.
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The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about
PLATELITE INC. Electrical Wiring Device Cover Plate with Integral
Electroluminescent Night-Light
October 21, 2009
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is notifying consumers about potentially dangerous
Electrical Device Cover Plates sold as replacements for conventional electrical outlet, wall switch and other
devices, for use in the home.
Name of Product: Electrical Wiring Device Cover Plate with Integral Electroluminescent Night-Light
Number of units: Unknown
Manufacturer: PlateLite Inc.
ESA attempted to contact the manufacturer as part of ESAs ongoing Investigation with no success.
Date of Manufacture: 2004
Identication: See photographs on Page 2.
Incidents / Injuries: There has been one report of a fre. The products were tested and certifed by ntertek
Testing Services in 2004 and subsequently de-listed in 2005. The cETLus certifcation Mark is clearly visible
on the back of the Cover Plate.
AIthough onIy one incident of a re was reported in the Province of Ontario, ESA has decided to
release this Product Safety Alert. ESA strongly recommends that all PlateLite Inc. cover plates with a
built-in glowing-type night-light be removed by a licensed electrician and destroyed. These devices
connect directly to the power source within the electrical box, whether a light switch, dimmer, electri-
cal outlet, etc.
Product Markings: See attached photographs for identifcation of known production lots.
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Description/Models:
Electrical Wiring Device Cover Plate with Integral Electroluminescent Night-Light
3-Gang Cover Plate in original packaging the
Night Lights are visible as white stripe below each
opening
Electrical Wiring Device Cover Plate with Integral Electroluminescent Night-Light
3-Gang Cover Plate in original packaging the Night
Lights are visible as white stripe below each opening
Back of Cover Plates showing Date Codes of
2004.03 and 2004.02
ESA strongly suggests having a licensed
electrician remove any PlateLite Inc. cover plates
with ANY date code.
Back of Cover Plates showing Date Codes of
2004.03 and 2004.02
Electrical Safety Authority is requesting consumers to stop using these products immediately.
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UL warns of switch with unauthorized UL Mark
January 4, 2010
Product Safety Alert
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Northbrook, Ill., -- Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying manufacturers that the switch identifed below,
bears an unauthorized UL Recognized Component Mark. This product has not been evaluated by UL to the
appropriate standard for safety, and is not authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if this product com-
plies with UL safety requirements.
This switch is similar to a switch that is authorized to bear the UL Recognized Component Mark. The differ-
ence between the switches is described below.
Name of unauthorized product: Special-Use Switch, Model MR Series
Number of units: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Date of manufacture: Unknown
Identication of unauthorized switch: On the product: This switch has an unauthorized UL Recognition
Mark, in blurred stencils.
What should you do: Manufacturers of UL certifed products that have used this device are requested to
contact UL at: http://www.ul.com/global/eng/pages/offerings/perspectives/consumer/feldreport.
Manufacturer contact for the authorized product: CANAL Electronic Co., Ltd., http://www.canal.com.tw/
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UL warns consumers of 2 in 1 AC adapters with an unauthorized UL Mark
January 13, 2010
Product Safety Alert
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Northbrook, Ill. -- Nov. 30, 2009 -- Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying consumers that a power sup-
ply adaptor, identifed below, bears an unauthorized UL Mark for the United States and Canada. This product
has not been evaluated by UL to the appropriate standard for safety for the United States or Canada, and is
not authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if this product complies with the United States or Canadian
safety requirements.
Name of Product: DSL and PSP 2in1 AC Adapter, Model 5819233 (AP2918)
Number of units: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Date of manufacture: Unknown
Sold at: Unknown
Identication on the product:
Electrical Safety Authority is requesting consumers to stop
using these products immediately.
DSL and PSP 2in1 AC Adapter
Model: 5819233 (AP2918)
Input: 120V AC 0.049A 60Hz
Output: 5.2V DC 450mA
I.T.E. POWER SUPPLY
65EJ
E229119
DSL and PSP 2in1 AC Adapter
Model: 5819233 (AP2918)
Input: 120V AC 0.049A 60Hz
Output: 5.2V DC 450mA
I.T.E. POWER SUPPLY
65EJ
E229119
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UL warns consumers of nightlights bearing unauthorized UL Listing Marks
February 10, 2010
Product Safety Alert
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NORTHBROOK, Ill., - Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying retailers and consumers that the nightlights,
identifed below, bear unauthorized UL Listing Marks for the United States and Canada. These products have
not been evaluated by UL to the appropriate safety standard for the United States or Canada, and are not
authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if these products comply with the United States or Canadian
Safety requirements.
Name of product: Disney Nightlight
Number of units: Unknown
Date of manufacture: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Identication of product: Molded on to the nightlight's plastic enclosure are the following markings and a
UL Mark as follows:
Sold at: The products are known to be sold by Zellers in Quebec, Canada.
MADE IN CHINA
120V 60Hz
MAX7Watts
C7 25100
E304373
LISTED
NIGHTLIGHT
97TJ
MADE IN CHINA
120V 60Hz
MAX7Watts
C7 25100
E304373
LISTED
NIGHTLIGHT
97TJ
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ESA warns consumers about Portable Air Compressors Manufactured by Zhejiang
Xinlei Mechanical & Electrical Co., Ltd.
April 1, 2010
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is notifying consumers about potentially dangerous
Portable Air Compressors. These products did not have the required Thermal Protector installed resulting in
an unreasonable increased risk of fre. Electrical Safety Authority is requesting consumers to stop using these
products immediately.
Name of Product: Portable Air Compressors, Powerbuilt Model 641239, Hot Rod Model 647376 and Kawa-
saki Model 691298.
Number of Units: Unknown
Manufacturer: Zhejiang Xinlei Mechanical & Electrical Co., Ltd. ESA has attempted to contact the manufac-
turer as part of ESAs ongoing investigation with no success.
Date of Manufacture: 04/13/08, 09/10/08, and 03/18/09.
Incidents/Injuries: There has been one report of a fre. The products were tested and certifed by ntertek
Testing Services and subsequently de-listed in February, 2010.
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UL warns of a bicycle light with unauthorized UL power supply
April 1, 2010
Product Safety Alert
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Northbrook, Ill., - Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying retailers and consumers that the power sup-
ply provided with the bicycle lighting system identifed below, bears an unauthorized UL Mark for the United
States and Canada. This power supply has not been evaluated by UL to the appropriate standard for safety
for the United States or Canada and is not authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if this power supply
complies with United States or Canadian safety requirements.
Name of Product: Power Supply, Model GFP302-0512
Number of Units: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Date of Manufacture: Unknown
Identication: On the product:
LI-ION CHARGER
MODEL: GFP302-0512
NPUT: 100-240V 50/60Hz
OUTPUT: DC 8.5V/1800mA
MADE N CHNA LSTED
E241618
Sold at: Known to be sold at http://dealextreme.com/, and may have been sold by other retailers.
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The Electrical Safety Authority, Health Canada and Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
Warn Consumers about Possible Laceration Hazard associated with Dishwashers
April 21, 2010
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA), Health Canada and Underwriters Laboratories nc. (UL) have received
two separate reports of very young children being injured while playing adjacent to a dishwasher in the family
kitchen. n each case, the children sustained cuts to the foot and ankle on a sharp metal edge located under
the dishwasher door that required stitches at a hospital emergency department.
The applicable appliance manufacturers were alerted of the reported incidents.
ESA, Health Canada and UL are urging consumers with dishwashers to be aware of the potential laceration
hazard and to consider the following safeguards:
- Do not let children sit, stand, crawl, lie or play on or around a dishwasher.
- Take care to anticipate and avoid sharp edges while performing cleaning / wiping or other types of
cosmetic maintenance in the identifed area shown in the attached picture.
- Also take precautions when servicing dishwashers, as this often requires removal of an access panel
that can expose additional hazards. Always ensure the access panel is securely put back into posi-
tion to avoid the possibility of a child or animal having access to hot or moving parts.
- Read and follow the owner's manual, user's guide and other product information pertaining to your
dishwasher as they may contain additional safety information. These documents can typically be
requested from the retailer / manufacturer or in some cases, be downloaded from the nternet.
Electric appliances, including dishwashers, are regulated by provincial and territorial electrical safety authori-
ties. n Ontario, this authority is the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA). To report similar incidents or other con-
cerns with these appliances contact ESA at www.esasafe.com or contact 1-877-ESA-SAFE (1-877-372-7233).
Underwriters Laboratories Media Contact: Joe Hirschmugl
Global Media Relations Manager
Phone: +1 847 664-1508
E-mail: Joseph.F.Hirschmugl@us.ul.com
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About Underwriters Laboratories
UL is an independent product safety certifcation organization that has been testing products and writing
Standards for Safety for more than a century. UL evaluates more than 19,000 types of products, components,
materials and systems for more than 66,000 manufacturers yearly. n total, there are more than 20 billion UL
Marks appearing on products worldwide each year. UL's global family of companies and network of service
providers includes 68 laboratory, testing and certifcation facilities serving customers in 102 countries. For
more information, visit: http://www.ul.com/newsroom
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The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about Unapproved Whole Body
Vibration Plate Type Fitness Equipment: T-Zone & Crazy Fit
April 21, 2010
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is notifying consumers about unapproved Whole Body
Vibration Plate Type Fitness Equipment. These products are unapproved, not tested to any Canadian Safety
Standards and do not bear any recognized certifcation mark in
Canada. They bear an unauthorized UL / cUL Mark. Those products with a CSA Mark are not included in this
Safety Alert.
Description/Models: Sold under T-ZONE and Crazy Fit brand names in North America.
Model numbers are: FT-F105, FT-F105N and VT-7
Further information is available at: http://www.wireservice.ca/index.php?name=News&fle=article&sid=1853
Direction: Electrical Safety Authority requests that consumers to stop using / permanently unplug / discon-
necting these products immediately.
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The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about Unapproved Massage
Chairs Sold by Paradigm Marketing
April 21, 2010
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is notifying consumers about unapproved massage
chairs being sold by Paradigm Marketing at various trade shows across Canada.
These products are unapproved, not tested to any Canadian Safety Standards and do not bear any recog-
nized certifcation mark in Canada.
Seller: Paradigm Marketing Ltd.
300 1062 Homer St.
Vancouver, British Columbia
V6B 2W9
Direction: Electrical Safety Authority requests consumers to stop using these products immediately.
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The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about
Unapproved Headboards with Built-in lighting
April 21, 2010
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is notifying consumers about unapproved Headboards
made of an expanded foam type material with one or more built-in light bulbs.
These products are unapproved, not tested to any Canadian Safety Standards and do not bear any recog-
nized certifcation mark in Canada.
Description/Models: Possibly various design styles similar to those shown below. These headboards were
sold at specialty furniture stores approximately 15 years ago and were part of a bedroom set, including vanity
mirror frame. The photographs below show sections of the headboard ensemble that were allegedly involved
in a fre. As it is not determined that the light fxtures or wiring were the actual cause of the fre, ESA feels that
it is obligated to warn consumers as these headboards are unapproved, are possibly deteriorating due to age,
and the type of foam material may be more susceptible to overheating. They were manufactured in Italy.
Direction: Electrical Safety Authority requests consumers to stop using / permanently unplug / disconnecting
these products immediately. Also, remove the bulbs after unplugging the power cord and it is recommended
to cut off the power cord at the entry point into the headboard. Dispose of the power cord as per local regula-
tions.
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The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about
Potential Fire Hazard associated with Portable Luminaires* / Table Lamps
April 30, 2010
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
Electrical Safety Authority warns that potential fres may start as a result of Portable Luminaires coming into
contact with fammable materials. n some cases the lamp shade can dislodge allowing the light bulb to
directly contact the shade and / or other materials such as bedding, clothing, carpets, etc. and pose a fre
hazard.
To reduce the chance of fre:
Locate the power cord such that it does not pose a tripping or entanglement hazard.
Do not leave young children unsupervised when they can reach luminaires.
Follow safety warnings / assembly guide / usage guide as supplied with the Luminaire. Never use the
Luminaire for any other purpose than what it is intended for.
ALWAYS replace the light bulb with the same type and wattage rating as specifed by the Luminaire
manufacturer. NEVER use a higher wattage light bulb than specifed.
NEVER drape or cover the light bulb or shade with any materials: cloth, plastic, paper, colour flters,
etc. These materials may cause the Table Lamp to catch fre.
NEVER allow a child to place a luminaire under their bedding for reading purposes.
NEVER use a Table Lamp to dry wet clothing, etc.
Trip Hazard due to
Power Cord Placement
Do Not Cover Shade with
Flammable Materials
Place Luminaires away from
the reach of Children
* Portable Luminaire a complete lighting unit designed to accommodate the lamp(s) and to con-
nect the lamp(s) to circuit conductors. [such as Table Lamps, Accent Lamps, Reading Lamps, Sidetable
Lamps and similar types of lighting products]
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UL warns of dental endodontic device
May 6, 2010
Product Safety Alert
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Northbrook, Ill., USA Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying dentists, retailers, distributors, and con-
sumers that the product, identifed below, bears a label containing a mark resembling UL's certifcation mark
for the United States and Canada. This product has not been evaluated by UL to the appropriate standard
for safety for the United States or Canada, and is not authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if these
products comply with United States or Canadian safety requirements.
Name of Product: Endomax Smart
Number of Units: Unknown Quantity
Brand Name: Maximum Dental
Date of Manufacture: Unknown
Product Identication / On the Product:
ENDOMAX SMART Canal Treatment Device
Model EMS
Type EL
Volts 4.5V-/9.6V-
Amps 0.03A
Internally Powered Equipment
SER No. DMEN00295
Manufactured by MAXMUM DENTAL
Secaucus New Jersey-USA
Known Place of Sale:
Maximum Dental
600 Meadowland Pkwy #269
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Phone: 201-617-1101
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UL warns of potentially hazardous extension cord
May 6, 2010
Product Safety Alert
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NORTHBROOK, Ill. Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying retailers and consumers that the 9FT exten-
sion cord, identifed below, bears an unauthorized UL Mark for the United States and Canada and may pose a
risk of fre and shock. This product has not been evaluated by UL to the appropriate standard for safety for the
United States or Canada, and is not authorized to bear the UL Mark.
Name of Product: 9FT Extension cord, PT-3712W
Number of Units: Unknown
Date of Manufacture: Unknown
Hazard: The extension cord employs undersized wiring posing a risk of fre and shock.
Manufacturer: Unknown
Identication of Product: On the Product: The product bears a counterfeit holographic label with the follow-
ing information:
LISTED CORD SET
BW-8737
13A
125V
1625W
Suitable for use with outdoor appliances
Store indoors when not in use
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On the Product Packaging/jacket:
9FT. EXTENSON CORD
PT-3712W
LISTED
E137398
Sold at: The product is known to be sold by Dollar Max, 98 5857 Whittier Blvd, E. Los Angeles, CA 90022.
What You Should Do: UL recommends that consumers stop using the product immediately and return it to
the place of purchase.
Photo of the Product:
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UL warns of LED PAR 64 and PAR 575 stage lights with unauthorized UL marks
May 7, 2010
Product Safety Alert
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Northbrook, Ill. Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying retailers and consumers that the LED PAR64
and PAR575 Stage Lights, identifed below, bear unauthorized UL Listing Marks for the United States and
Canada. These products have not been evaluated by UL to the appropriate standards for safety for the United
States and Canada, and are not authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if these products comply with
United States or Canadian safety requirements.
Name of Product: Models LP64-136, LP64-336, PAR575-136-RGB, PAR575-136-RGBW, PAR575-136-RG-
BAW, PAR575-136-UV, PAR575-336-RGB, PAR575-336-RGBW, PAR575-336-RGBAW, PAR575-F336
Number of Units: Unknown
Manufacturer: Daisy Group LTD, Guangzhou, China
Date of Manufacture: Unknown
Identication: See the photo
Sold at: Known to be sold on eBay and may have been sold by other retailers.
Photo of products:
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UL warns of Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) with inadequate corrosion protection
May 14, 2010
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
NORTHBROOK, Ill., Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying AHJs, electrical contractors, electricians
and retailers that the Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) products, manufactured by Guangdong Walsall Steel
Pipe ndustrial Co., Ltd. and identifed below, may not be adequately protected against corrosion. These
products display a UL Listing Mark for the U.S. and Canada, however, products purchased at retailers and
distributors were found not to comply with United States or Canadian safety standards and are not authorized
to bear the UL Mark.
Product Description: Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) in lengths of up to 10 feet, and EMT formed in the
shape of elbows and bends, in Trade Sizes of , , 1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 3, 3 or 4 inches.
Number of units: Unknown quantity
Manufacturer: Guangdong Walsall Steel Pipe Industrial Co. Ltd.
Shiqi Zhongshan Guangdong China
Defect: These EMT products may not be adequately protected against corrosion.
Identication: The affected EMT products are provided with a label that includes the UL Listing Mark, with
the name Walsall, Providence Pipe Products, nc. or Electrical Resource nternational as indicated in the fol-
lowing:
E234340** WALSALL*
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Electrical Metallic Tubing
ssue Number: XXXXXXXX
(where X represents any number or letter)
EMT
Made in China
* : Or Electrical Resource nternational or Providence Pipe Products, nc.
** : Or E244932 or E312420
Example Label:
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Intertek warns of Infrared Zone Heating System due to possibIe re hazards
May 27, 2010
Product Safety Alert
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ntertek is notifying consumers about an nfrared Zone Heating Systems bearing cETLus certifcation mark
with control number 3175310.
The supply chain in the U.S., PD Sixty and American Sewing Machine Company, have confrmed that no
product was sold in Canada, however the product does bear a cETLus label which means it is eligible to be
sold and used in Canada.
PD Sixty's ntertek Certifcation was terminated May 1st, 2009.
Hazard: The product does not comply with Canadian Standards requirements and may pose a fre hazard.
ntertek has identifed that two critical components; the over temperature device and the high voltage connec-
tor are not approved components.
Description/ Models: CH-750 and CH-1500 bearing cETLus certifcation mark with control number 3175310.
Direction: Unplug and stop using the product immediately.
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Intertek Testing Services Warns Consumers of a Euro-Master, Model Strong and
Open Master, Model OP-1 Garage Door Openers Bearing an Unauthorized
ETL Listing Mark
June 18, 2010
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
ntertek Testing Services (ETL) is notifying consumers that the Euro-Master, Model Strong and OP-1 Garage
Door Openers with number 3054748 under the ntertek logo is not authorized to bear the cETLus Certifca-
tion Mark.
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UL warns of AC/DC adapters with unauthorized UL Marks
June 29, 2010
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
Northbrook, ll., USA - - Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying consumers that the AC/DC Adapters, iden-
tifed below, bear unauthorized UL Listing Marks for the United States and Canada. These products have not
been evaluated by UL to the appropriate standards for safety for the United States and Canada, and are not
authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if these products comply with United States or Canadian safety
requirements.
Name of Product: AC/DC Adapter Models: GM601-120200; GM601-120300; GM601-240250; GM-240270.
Number of Units: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Date of Manufacture: Unknown
Identication: On the unauthorized products marking label:
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Sold at: Unknown
Photos of the adapters with unauthorized UL marks:
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Intertek warns of Outdoor InatabIe HaIIoween Decoration imported by
Chrisha Creations Bearing an Unauthorized ETL Listing Mark
August 25, 2010
Product Safety Alert
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ntertek Testing Services (ETL) is notifying consumers that the Outdoor nfatable Halloween Decoration mod-
el number 90610 with ETL control number 3075050 is not authorized to bear the cETLus Certifcation Mark.
Description/ Models: Model number 90610 bearing cETLus certifcation mark with control number 3075050.
Direction: Unplug and stop using the product immediately.
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The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about Liform Lite
Industrial Co., Ltd. Track Light Heads with Unauthorized UL Mark
Sepetember 20, 2010
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying consumers about Track Light Heads. This product has not been
evaluated by UL to the appropriate standard for safety for the United States or Canada, and is not authorized
to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if this product complies with the United States or Canadian safety require-
ments.
Name of Product: Track Light Head Model TH0618
Manufacturer: Liform Lite ndustrial Co., Ltd. ESA attempted to contact the manufacturer as part of ESA's
ongoing Investigation with no success.
Identication: On the product: The product bears an unauthorized UL Mark for the United States and Cana-
da with the following information: a model number TH0618, a manufacturer identifcation E127409-A, and
a date code MW appear on the same label showing the UL Mark.
What you should do: Electrical Safety Authority requests that consumers stop using the product immedi-
ately.
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The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about Wordsworth Data
Innovations Inc. Power Bars with Unauthorized CSA Certication Mark
Sepetember 20, 2010
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying consumers about counterfeit power bars that have not been tested
to any Canadian Safety Standard.
Description: Models H1P1 and H1P4.
Hazard: The power bars have reverse polarity and switching of the neutral conductor which may pose a
shock or fre hazard.
Direction: Electrical Safety Authority requests that consumers to stop using / permanently unplug / discon-
necting these products immediately
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UL Warns of Electric Bike Charger with Unauthorized UL Marks
October 21, 2010
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying consumers that the electric bike chargers identifed below bear
unauthorized UL Listing Marks. This product has not been evaluated by UL to the appropriate standards for
safety for the United States and Canada and is not authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if these
products comply with appropriate United States or Canadian safety requirements.
Name of Product: XTD2000
Number of units: Unknown
Manufacturer:
Changzhou City Xintai Electric Fittings
Changzhou City Xinbeiqu Electrons Zone 0519-5487263
Date of Manufacture: Unknown
Known to be Sold and Distributed at:
Daymak Company (Toronto)
130 Oakdale Rd.
Toronto, ON, M6N 1V9
Canada
Product Photographs and Identication: on the product
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UL warns of LCD television with unauthorized UL Marks
November 16, 2010
Product Safety Alert
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Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying consumers and retailers that they received a report of fre associ-
ated with a Polaroid LCD television manufactured by the Proview Electronics Company. The television bears
an unauthorized UL Listing Mark for the United States and Canada. This television has not been evaluated by
UL to the appropriate standards for safety for the United States and Canada and is not authorized to bear the
UL Mark. t is unknown if the television complies with the United States or Canadian safety requirements.
Name of Product: Polaroid, Model TDA-03211C
Number of Units: Unknown
Manufacturer: Polaroid, manufactured by Proview Electronics Co., Ltd
Date of Manufacture: 2007 through August 2010
Identication: The television is marked Polaroid on the front and has a marking label on the back panel that
includes the Model Number TDA 03211C, the unauthorized UL Listing Mark and the date of manufacture.
Sold At: Various locations.
What you should do: Contact Proview Electronics at:
Proview Electronics Co Ltd
1 Pau Sheng Road
6th Floor
Yung-Ho, Taipei Taiwan
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Picture of the Marking Label
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The Electrical Safety Authority Warns of Unapproved Straightening Irons
December 17, 2010
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is notifying consumers about unapproved straightening irons being sold
at various trade shows and in Shopping Mall Kiosks across Canada. These products are unapproved, not
tested to any Canadian Safety Standards and do not bear any recognized certifcation mark in Canada.
Description / Models: The straightening irons are the Tattoo model and come in black, pink and red with a
tattoo design on the iron and the packaging.
Sold By: Luxury Hair Systems
1204 Yates St
Unit 42
Victoria, BC
V8V 4V1
Direction: Electrical Safety Authority requests consumers to stop using these products immediately.
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Intertek warns of Incredible Nails Set Bearing an Unauthorized ETL Listing Mark
February 4, 2011
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
ntertek Testing Services (ETL) is notifying consumers of the ncredible Nails Set bearing an unauthorized
cETL Certifcation Marks. ntertek determined the ncredible Nails Set does pose a safety risk.
Description/ Models: Please see photos below. No model number was identifed on the ncredible Nails
Set. The adaptor for the ncredible Nails Set did display the Model Number N-02. Further, it included an
unauthorized ETL and cETL certifcation mark without a control number.
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UL Warns of Class 2 Power Units Bearing Unauthorized UL Marks
February 4, 2011
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
NORTHBROOK, Ill.: Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying retailers, consumers and manufacturers that
the Class 2 Power Units identifed below bear unauthorized UL Marks for the US and Canada. These prod-
ucts have not been evaluated by UL to the applicable Standard for Safety and are not authorized to bear the
UL Mark. t is unknown if these products comply with UL safety requirements. These products are known to
be packaged with LED decorative lighting and may have been packaged with other products or sold individu-
ally.
Name of Product: Adapter AC-DC - Class 2 Power Units
Number of Units: Unknown
Date of Manufacture: July 2009-Dec. 1, 2010
Manufacturer: Changzhou Damei Electronic Co., Ltd
Identication of Products: On the Products: The products bear a label with the following information (please
note: x=0.5, 1,3,6,or 8, xx=0.1,or 0.15):
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UL Warns of Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) Elbows and Bends With Inadequate
Corrosion Protection
February 4, 2011
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
NORTHBROOK, Ill. - Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying AHJs, electrical contractors, electricians
and retailers that Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) elbows and bends manufactured by Patton nternational
Ltd. identifed below may not be adequately protected against corrosion. These elbows and bends, display a
stamped-on UL Listing Mark for the United States and Canada, but have been found not to comply with the
appropriate North American safety standards and are not authorized to bear the UL Mark.
Product Description: Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) 90 and 45 elbow s and bends, in the following trade
sizes: , , 1, 1-1/4, 1-1/2 and 2 inches.
Number of Units: Unknown
Manufacturer: Patton nternational Ltd., based in Kolkata ndia
Date of Production: June 2009 through June 2010
Hazard: These EMT elbows and bends may not be adequately protected against corrosion.
Identication: These EMT products are provided with ink-stamped markings that include the UL Listing Mark
and the letter P surrounded by a circle:
Example Markings:
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Intertek Testing Services Warns Consumers of Turboion Croc Designer
Ceramic Ball Hair Dryer
February 15, 2011
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
ntertek Testing Services (ETL) is notifying consumers of the Turboion Croc Designer Ceramic Ball Hair Dryer
bearing an unauthorized ETL Certifcation Mark. ntertek hasdetermined the Turboion Croc Designer Ceramic
Ball Hair Dryer does pose a safety risk.
Description/ Models: Please see pictures below. No Model number was identifed on the Turboion Croc
Designer Ceramic Ball Hair Dryer. Further, it included an unauthorized cETLus certifcation mark without a
control number.
Direction: Electrical Safety Authority requests consumers to stop using these products immediately.
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UL Warns of Electric Signs with Unauthorized UL Marks
February 15, 2011
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
NORTHBROOK, Ill.,: Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying sign installers and Authorities Having Juris-
diction that electric signs manufactured by Speed Service Sign, British Columbia, Canada bear an unauthor-
ized UL Mark. These electric signs have not been evaluated by UL to the appropriate standards for safety for
the United States and Canada and are not authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if the electric signs
comply with the United States or Canadian safety requirements.
Name of Product: Electric Sign
Number of Units: 110
Manufacturer: Speedy Service Sign, headquartered in Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Date of Manufacture: 2009 to present
Identication:
On the product: Attached to the sign is a label, which contains the UL Mark. Affected signs will have a UL List-
ing label with a number from GZ331706 through GZ331815 appearing on the label.
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ESA warns Consumers and Chiropractic Professionals of Unapproved
Chiropractic Equipment
February 24, 2011
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is notifying consumers about unapproved chiropractic equipment. These
products are unapproved, not tested to any Canadian Safety Standards and do not bear any recognized certi-
fcation mark in Canada.
Description / Models: Zenith 440 and 460
Manufactured by: Williams Healthcare Systems in Elgin, l.
What you should do: Electrical Safety Authority requests that consumers and Chriopractic Professionals to
stop using the product immediately.
Zenith 440 Zenith 460
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Intertek Testing Services Warns Consumers of HerStyler products bearing
an Unauthorized cETLus Certication Mark
March 1, 2011
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
ntertek Testing Services (ETL) is notifying consumers of the HerStyler Product Line bearing unauthorized
cETLus Certifcation Mark on the product packaging. These products have not been evaluated by ntertek to
the applicable safety standard and is unknown if they are in compliance. It is unknown of how many various
HerStyler Models are in the marketplace with the unauthorized cETLus Certifcation Mark.
Direction: Electrical Safety Authority requests consumers to stop using these products immediately.
HerStyler Classic Zebra Hair Straightening Iron
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The Electrical Safety Authority Warns Consumers about LED Pool
Lights Sold by Executive Pools & Spas
March 24, 2011
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is notifying consumers about unapproved electrical pool and Spa equip-
ment sold by Executive Pools & Spas in Ontario.
The pool lights are unapproved, not tested to any Canadian Safety Standards and do not bear any recognized
certifcation mark in Canada.
Seller: Executive Pools & Spas
136 Harold Street North
Thunder Bay, Ontario
Canada
P7C 4C3
Telephone: 807-622-6546
Direction: Electrical Safety Authority requests consumers to disconnect and stop using these pool lights
immediately.
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UL Warns of Hair Straightener Flat Iron with Unauthorized UL Marks for Canada
March 25, 2011
Product Safety Alert
FOR MMEDATE RELEASE
UL is notifying consumers and retailers that the hair straightener fat iron identifed below bears an unauthor-
ized UL Mark for Canada. This product has not been evaluated by UL to the applicable Standard for Safety for
Canada and is not authorized to bear the UL Mark. t is unknown if this product complies with Canadian safety
requirements.
Name of Product: Red Lion Flat Iron
Number of units: Unknown
Manufacturer: Red Lion Cosmetics
Date of Manufacture: Unknown
Known to Be Sold at: Red Lion Cosmetics: (www.redlioncosmeticsltd.com)
Identication of Product: The iron is marked with the unauthorized cUL Mark and the following:
Red Lion
110-120V/60HZ
170W
Photograph of the unit:
Photograph of the label:
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Recall Index
There will no longer be a paper edition of the Recalls. A complete listing and a full release of the recalls are
available thru the ESAs Website www.esasafe.com
Index
RCL09-19 Springfeld Wire nc. Recall of Ritchie mmersion Heaters Due to Potential Shock Hazard
RCL09-20 Cybex nternational Recalls Treadmills due to Fall Hazard
RCL09-21 Electrolux Home Care Products Canada nc. Recalls Cordless Stick Vacuums Due to Burst
ing Batteries
RCL09-22 Conair Consumer Products nc. Recalls Clothing rons Due to Fire Hazard
RCL09-23 UL warns of appliance controls with counterfeit UL Mark
RCL09-24 All-Clad Recalls 4-Square Belgian Waffe Makers Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at
Williams-Sonoma
RCL09-25 Best Buy Recalls Rocketfsh Portable Universal AC/DC/USB Power Supply Due to Fire Hazard
RCL09-26 Best Buy Recalls 26 LCD nsignia Television Due to Fire Hazard
RCL09-27 SkyLead Trading Corporation Recalls Remote Control Helicopter Due to Fire Hazard
RCL09-28 Digital power Saver Recalls Power Saver Devices
RCL09-29 Eprom nc. Recalls Micro AVR-1000 Power Bar
RCL09-30 UL warns of potentially hazardous under-cabinet lighting
RCL09-31 A.V. 7 nc. Recalls Protouchh Hair Straightener
RCL09-32 Haier Recalls Toaster Oven/Broiler Due to Shock Hazard
RCL09-33 Houston Tech in cooperation with JR Home Products, initiates a voluntary upgrade on its
Portable Free Standing nfrared Electric Heaters with Stainless Steel Offset Mounting Pole.
RCL09-34 Ridge Tool Company Recalls Ridge Universal Motor Due to Shock and Fire Hazard
RCL09-35 Lenovo Recalls ThinkVision Speaker AC Adaptors Due to Shock Hazard
RCL09-36 Catalina Lighting Recalls Halogen Clamp Lamp Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
RCL09-37 Home deas Recalls Animated Ocean Lamp due to Unapproved Electrical Product
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RCL09-38 Atico nternational USA nc Announces Voluntary Recall of Signature Gourmet 12-Cup
Programmable Coffeemakers and Kitchen Gourmet 10-Cup Coffeemakers
RCL09-39 Philips Consumer Lifestyle Recalls Senseo One Cup Coffeemakers Due to Burn Hazard
RCL09-40 DTX nternational Recalls Popcorn Machines Due to Burn Hazard
RCL09-41 Wagner Spray Tech Corp Recalls Control Spray Plus due to Shock Hazard
RCL09-42 Fluke Corp. Announce Recall of Clamp Meters Due to Electrocution Hazard
RCL09-43 The Recall RCL09-43 has been withdrawn and replaced with Safety Alert 09-06-AL
RCL09-44 Splash nternational Recalls Decorative Seasonal Desk Lamp
RCL09-45 Kobian Recalls XtatiK AC Adapters sold with Portable Travel Power Kit
RCL09-46 Schneider Electric Recalls Square D Double Throw Safety Switches; 30 A, 60 A and 100 A
RCL09-47 Bunn-O-Matic Recalls Single Cup Tea/Coffeemakers Due to Burn
RCL09-48 Tyler Refrigeration Recalls Commercial Frozen Food Merchandisers Due to Fire Hazard
RCL09-49 Applica Canada Recalls Black & Decker Brand Spacemaker Coffeemaker due to
Burn Hazard
RCL09-50 DCG mports / Sales nc. Recall Hot Melt Glue Guns
RCL09-51 Starbucks Recalls Coffee Grinders; Made by Tsann Kuen Due to Laceration Hazard
RCL09-52 The Toro Company Recalls Electric Blowers Due to Projectile Hazards
RCL09-53 Kidde Recalls Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms Due to Alarm Malfunction
RCL09-54 Campbell Hausfeld Recalls Air Compressors Due to Fire Hazard;
Sold Exclusively at Wal-Mart
RCL09-55 Aquatic Kingdom Recalls Aquarium Power Heads Due to Shock Hazard
RCL09-56 Thane Direct Canada nc. mplements Voluntary Corrective Action Program
Re Certain H2O Mop Steam Cleaners Due to Shock and Burn Hazard
RCL09-57 Wagner Spray Tech Digital Heat Guns
RCL09-58 Viking Range Corporation Recalls Built-n Refrigerators Due to njury Hazard;
Doors Can Detach
RCL09-59 Frigidaire Recalls Certain Clothes Washers Due to Potential Fire Hazard
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RCL09-60 Applica Canada Recalls Black & Decker Brand 8-Cup Thermal Coffeemaker
Due to Possibility of Overheating
RCL09-61 Frigidaire Recalls Certain Smoothtop Electric Ranges with Rotary Knobs and Digital Displays
RCL09-62 Maytag Expands Recall of Refrigerators Due to Fire Hazard
RCL09-63 Rigid Table Saws Sold Exclusively at Home Depot in U.S. Recalled by One World
Technologies Due to Laceration Hazard
RCL09-64 DVD Players Sold in U.S. Stores Only Recalled by Walmart U.S. Due to Fire Hazard
RCL09-65 Siemens nitiates Safety Upgrade Program for Circuit Breakers Due to Potential Safety
Hazard
RCL09-66 Chateau Manis Recalls 3 Prong Adaptors
RCL09-67 OJ Electronics A/S Recalls Thermostats Used in Under Floor Heating Systems
RCL09-69 Chateau Manis Recalls Mini Glue Guns
RCL09-70 E-Lumine Recalls Compact Fluorescent Lamps
RCL09-71 Woodstock nternational Recalls Dust Collection Remote Switches
RCL09-72 HM ndustries Recalls Floor Cleaners Due to Burn Hazard
RCL09-73 Sony to Replace AC Adapters Due to Potential Safety ssue
RCL09-74 Canadian Tire Recalls Utility Heaters
RCL09-75 Kaz nc. Recalls HZ-316C Electric Heaters Due to Potential Exposure to nternal
Hot Parts and/or circuitry
RCL 09-76 dea Village Recalls Wireless Remote Light Switch
RCL 09-77 W.P. Appliances nc. Recalls Wolfgang Puck Toaster Over/Toasters
RCL 09-78 Belkin nternational, nc. Recalls SurgeMaster Surge Protectors
RCL 09-79 Nokia Exchanges Power Chargers Due to Potential Exposure to nternal Circuitry
RCL 09-81 DY Tools Recalls Flux/Mig Welder
RCL 09-82 Eaton Yale Company General Recalls Duty Safety Switch
RCL 09-83 NCX Recalls Vantec 2-5/3.5/5.25 SATA & DE Drive to USB 2.0 Adapter with Power Supply
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RCL 09-84 Wellington Street mages Ltd. Recalls Christmas Light String Socket Set
RCL 09-85 Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. Recalls LED Lighted Moose Outdoor Decoration
RCL 09-86 Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. Recalls LED Lighted Polar Bear Outdoor Decoration
RCL 09-87 Superior Electrics Limited Recalls nfnita Kettle Due to Possibility of Overheating
RCL 09-88 Bioforal Recalls Assembled Ballasts
RCL 09-89 Samsung Recalls Over-the-Range Microwave Ovens
RCL 09-90 Bretford Manufacturing Recalls Power Bars
RCL 09-91 Chatters Canada Recalls LOOK Ultra rons
RCL 09-92 Home Depot Recalls Dehumidifers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
RCL 10-01 Haier America Trading L.L.C. Recalls Blenders
RCL 10-02 Dehumidifers Sold Exclusively in the U.S. Recalled by LG Electronics Tianjin
Appliance Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
RCL 10-03 Thompson Broom Mfg. Ltd. Recalls Boot-Master boot & shoe cleaner
RCL 10-04 Creative Co-op Recalls a Ceiling Luminaire
RCL 10-05 BSH Home Appliances Corporation Expands Recall of Thermador Built-n Ovens
Due to Fire Hazard
RCL 10-06 Conair Consumer Products nc. (CONAR) Recalls Lysol Steam Mop by CONAR
due to Burn and Laceration Hazards
RCL 10-07 Liebherr Recalls Built-n Refrigerators Due to njury Hazard; Door Can Detach
RCL 10-08 Recall of Home mprovement Books Containing Errors on Electrical Wiring
RCL 10-09 Husky Generators Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
RCL 10-10 nnovage Recalls Discovery Kids Lamps due to Fire Hazard
RCL 10-11 Liquidation World Recalls Christmas Lights
RCL 10-12 Big Al's Aquarium Supercenter Recalls AquaClear Power Filters
RCL 10-13 Stanley Convergent Security Solutions, nc Recall Connector Kits Used with Sonitrol Access
Control Modules
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RCL 10-14 Techtronic ndustries, Co. Ltd. Recalls Mastercraft 18V Battery Chargers for Cordless Drills
RCL 10-15 Scotsman Recalls Commercial ce Cube Machines Due to Fire Hazard
RCL 10-16 Noncontact Electrical Tester Recalled by Fluke Due to Shock or Burn Hazard
RCL 10-17 Jeckson Electric Recalls Wireless Remote On/Off Switches Due to Potential Fire Hazard
RCL 10-18 Dimplex North America, on behalf of Super Star Technology Co., Recalls Wireless Remote
On/Off Switches Due to Potential Fire Hazard
RCL 10-19 Canadian Hardware & Tools Recall 8-1/2 Neiko Miter Saw
RCL 10-20 Audio Receivers Recalled by Niles Audio Corp. Due to Fire Hazard
RCL 10-21 Comarco nc. Announces Voluntary Recall to Replace Targus Power Adapters
RCL 10-22 Simple H2O recalls Precipitators, Conductivity Testers and Wise Lights
RCL 10-23 Conair Corporation Recalls BabylissPro 052 Series Professional Compact Hair Dryer
RCL 10-25 TUM recalls Mobile Power Packs
RCL 10-26 Radio Systems Corporation announces recall of Hon-Kwang power adapters sold with
Heated Wellness Sleepers
RCL 10-27 Schneider Electric Recalls Stab-lok Circuit Breakers Type NA15 / NA20 / NB15 / NB20
RCL 10-28 Hoover, nc. Announces a voluntary recall of Wind Tunnel T-Series Vacuums
RCL 10-29 Nutech R. Hldngs. nc. Recalls Heat Recovery Ventilators (HRVs) Manufactured between
1992 to 1998
RCL 10-30 Maytag Recalls Dishwashers Due to Heating Element Fire Hazard
RCL 10-31 General Electric Company (GE) Recalls Certain GE Front Load Non-Heater Clothes Washers
RCL 10-32 Eaton/Cutler-Hammer Recalls SMCRO6 Series Surgetrap Surge Protectors
RCL 10-33 DeVilbiss Air Power Company Recalls Pressure Washers and Compressors Using Pneumatic
Tires With Plastic Tire Hubs
RCL 10-34 Siemens Recalls Molded Case Breakers Handle and Shield
RCL 10-35 General Electric Coffee Makers Sold in U.S. Stores Only Recalled by Walmart Due to Fire
Hazard
RCL 10-36 Dritz Electric Scissors Recalled by Prym Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
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RCL 10-37 Superex Canada Ltd. recalls ACDelco and Superex Power nverters
RCL 10-38 Wagan Corp. Recalls Smart AC 120 USB nverters
RCL 10-39 Ren's Feed & Supplies Limited Recalls Grooming Tables & Dryers
RCL 10-40 MultiCraft mports nc. Recalls Mini Glue Guns
RCL 10-41 Molenaar LLC Recalls Electroluminescent Night Lights
RCL 10-42 Williams-Sonoma Recalls Baby Bottle Warmers Due to Burn Hazard
RCL 10-43 Dollarama Recalls LED Night Light Bulbs
RCL 10-44 Sharp Recalls LC32SB28UT LCD TV
RCL 10-45 nnovage Voluntarily Recalls Fix t One Million Candle Power Rechargeable Spotlight
RCL 10-46 Siemens Recalls Type QP Plug-n Circuit Breakers and X-Press Packs
RCL 10-47 Double K ndustries Recalls Pet Dryers
RCL 10-48 Sears Canada Recalls Table lamp due to Fire Hazard
RCL 10-49 Black & Decker Recalls Random Orbit Sanders Due to Laceration Hazard
RCL 10-50 Multicraft mports Recalls Glue Guns
RCL 10-51 Frigidaire and Electrolux CON Electric Smoothtop Cooktops and Slide-n Ranges Recalled
Due to Fire Hazard
RCL 10-52 GE Recalls Certain GE Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard
RCL 10-53 Natures Expression recalls Salt Lamps
RCL-10-54 Franklin Electric Recalls Motor Controllers for Submersible Pump Systems Due to Shock
Hazard
RCL-10-55 Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. LED Lighted Sculptures Due to Fire Hazard
RCL-10-56 Pottery Barn recalls Lamps due to Electrical Shock Hazard
RCL-10-57 Emerge Technologies recalls iPod Retractable Wall Chargers
RCL-10-58 Big Al's Aquarium Services Recalls Aquarium Lights
RCL-10-59 Somfy Recalls Motorized Awnings Due to Shock Hazard
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RCL-10-60 Robert Bosch nc. Recalls Bosch HD19 and HD21 Hammer Drills Due to Electrical Shock
Hazard
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RCL09-19
Recall RCL09-19
SpringeId Wire Inc. RecaII of Ritchie Immersion Heaters Due
to PotentiaI Shock Hazard
February 18, 2009
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Springfeld Wire nc. has announced
a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immedi-
ately.
Name of Product: Ritchie mmersion Heater
Units: Approximately 800 units in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: Springfeld Wire nc. / Ritchie ndustries and its distributors.
Hazard: The outer cover of the immersion heater can crack and expose the heating element to water, posing
a shock hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description/ModeIs: Model #17863 250w/120v or Model #17940 250w/240v
SoId by: Ritchie ndustries via distributors in Canada:
v Jad-Vent Distributors, 3089 Greenfeld Rd., P. O. Box 1140, Ayr, Ontario NOB 1EO (519) 632-7471
v Triple M Sales, 1030 Pacifc Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 1G5 (204) 772-2245
v General Farm Supply, 4825 36th Street SE, Calgary, Alberta T2B 3N2 (403) 273-6414
When was distributed: Feb 2007 to March 2009
Manufactured in: USA and Mexico
Remedy: mmediately stop using the unit, and return it to the place of purchase for a free replacement
heater.
Consumer Contact: Ritchie ndustries, 1-800-747-0222 toll-free, www.ritchiefount.com or the place of pur-
chase.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by CSA. For more information about CSA
product certifcation process please visit: www.csa-international.org
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Recall RCL09-20
Cybex InternationaI RecaIIs TreadmiIIs due to FaII Hazard
March 19, 2008
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Cybex nternational has announced
a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immedi-
ately.
Name of Product: Treadmill models: 445T, 455T, 530T, 450T, 500T, 515T, 520T, and 550T.
Units: Approximately 682
Manufacturer/Importer: Cybex nternational nc. of Medway, Mass.
Hazard: The treadmills can speed up unexpectedly while in use due to a malfunction with the lower control
board, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: Cybex nternational has received 24 reports of incidents involving the treadmill unexpect-
edly increasing speed, including six reports of consumers falling. Three of those incidents resulted in minor
injuries.
Description/ModeIs: This recall involves 115V ONLY Cybex 445T, 455T, 530T, 450T, 500T, 515T, 520T,
and 550T treadmills. The 220V model treadmills are not involved in this recall. The treadmills are black and
gray with rectangular uprights. The 530T style treadmill is 81 inches long by 32 inches wide. The 445T style
treadmill is 72 inches long by 32 inches wide. The treadmills have a display panel on a console as wide as
the treadmill. Cybex and the model number are written on the console.
SoId by: Cybex nternational and Cybex Dealers Nationwide - for between $5,500 and $7,000.
When was distributed: January 2001 through September 2008.
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled treadmills. Contact Cybex to
receive a free replacement fuse. f requested, a Cybex technician can install the fuse free of charge. Cybex
is directly contacting known purchasers.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Cybex toll free at (866) 897-9199 between 8 a.m.
and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the frm's Web site at www.Cybexintl.com.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by ntertek. For more information about n-
tertek product certifcation process please visit: www.intertek-etlsemko.com/portal/page/cust_portal/TK_PGR/
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CordIess Stick Vacuums Being RecaIIed by EIectroIux Canada Corp
Due to Bursting Batteries
March 23, 2009
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is notifying the public about a voluntary recall of the fol-
lowing consumer product. Consumers should unplug and stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Products: Ergorapido, Pronto, Precision, and Sanitaire by Precision Vacuums
Units Imported into Canada: Approximately 53,000, of which approximately 44,750 have been sold or are
in retailers inventory.
Manufacturer: Airtek ndustry Corporation, China
Canadian Distributor: Electrolux Canada Corp. ("EIectroIux")
Hazard: The vacuum's battery can expand and burst, posing a risk of injury to the user and bystanders.
Incidents/Injuries: Electrolux has received fve reports of incidents in Canada involving damage to the
vacuum and surrounding property. Electrolux is aware of one Canadian incident that involved minor injuries.
n the United States there have been two reports of minor injuries, including swollen hands and irritation to the
eyes from contact with battery powder.
Description and Affected ModeIs: This recall involves 2-in-1 cordless stick vacuums with a detachable
hand vacuum and free-standing charger. Units involved in the recall have 9.6-volts printed on a serial plate
on the underside of the handheld unit, serial numbers: 0740000001 through 085100001 and 74000001
through 85100001, and the following model names and numbers:
ModeI Number ModeI CoIour
EL 1000A Pronto Cayenne Silk
EL 1000AZ Pronto Cayenne Silk
EL 1001A Pronto Blue
EL 1002A Ergorapido White
EL 1005A Ergorapido Diamond Sand
EL 1006A Ergorapido Vivid Green
EL 1007A Ergorapido Havana Brown
SP 1000A Sanitaire by Precision Blue
SP 1000AB Sanitaire by Precision Blue
EL 1000B Pronto Cayenne Silk
PE 1000B Precision by Electrolux Blue
PE 1000BB Precision by Electrolux Blue
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SoId By: Major retailers including Canadian Tire, Costco, Hudson's Bay Company, Lowes, and Sears, and
independent retailers.
When SoId: The affected models were sold in Canada from November 2007 to March 2009
Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled vacuums and contact Electro-
lux for a free replacement of the handheld portion which contains the batteries.
Consumers should confrm that they have one of the impacted units by checking the serial plate on the under-
side of the handheld unit and noting the voltage (which must be 9.6-volts), as well as matching both the serial
and model numbers provided above.
Consumer Contact: Consumers should contact the company at 1-800-932-1778 between 8:00 a.m. and
7:00 p.m. ET Monday-Friday to verify the product and arrange to receive a new handheld unit at no charge.
Consumers can also visit the frm's Web site at www.stickvacrecall.ca.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information about product
the certifcation process please visit: www.UL.com.
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CIothing Irons RecaIIed by Conair Consumer Products Inc.
Due to Fire Hazard
March 27, 2009
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Conair Consumer Products nc. has
announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled prod-
ucts immediately.
Name of Product: Clothing ron: Canadian model number DPP1500C.
Units: About 2,700 nationwide.
Manufacturer/Importer: Conair Consumer Products nc. Canada.
Hazard: The clothing iron can overheat, posing a fre hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: Conair Consumer Products nc.has not received reports of incidents or injury. Conair
Corporation USA has received three reports of overheating, including two fres resulting in property damage.
No injuries have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: This recall involves Conair Clothing ron model number DPP1500C. The model
number is printed below the soleplate. Please note that only models with detachable water tanks are being
recalled.
SoId by: Sears Canada, London Drugs and ndependents nationwide.
When was distributed: August 2005 through December 2008.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled clothing irons and contact
Conair at the number listed below for instructions to receive a comparable product.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Conair at 1-866-729-2389 between 8:30a.m. and
5:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the frm's Web site at www.conaircanada.ca/recall or email con-
sumer_canada@conair.com
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information about Under-
writers Laboratories product certifcation process please visit: www.ul.com
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UL warns of appIiance controIs with counterfeit
UL Mark
March 27, 2009
Northbrook, III., USA, March 26, 2009 Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is notifying manufacturers that ap-
pliance controls, identifed below, bear counterfeit UL Recognition Marks for the United States and Canada.
These appliance controls have not been evaluated for safety by UL and are not eligible to bear the UL Mark.
These controls have been sold with counterfeit Portable Cabinet Light Systems. See UL's Public Notice re-
leased March 26, 2009, for details concerning these portable cabinet light systems.
Name of product: Appliance controls, Model: TD1
Number of units: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Identication of counterfeit product: On the Product: The units have a label with a counterfeit UL Recogni-
tion Mark and the following information:
SoId at: Unknown
What shouId you do: UL recommends manufacturers stop purchasing and using the product immediately
and return it to the place of purchase.
Manufacturers of UL certifed products that have used this counterfeit device are requested to contact UL at
http://www.ul.com/global/eng/pages/offerings/perspectives/consumer/feldreport/
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AII-CIad RecaIIs 4-Square BeIgian Wafe Makers Due to Shock Hazard;
SoId ExcIusiveIy at WiIIiams-Sonoma
ApriI 08, 2009
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that All-Clad Metalcrafters LLC, of Canon-
sburg, Pa. has announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: All-Clad 4-Square Belgian Waffe Maker.
Units: 787 units sold in Canada.
Manufacturer/mporter: mporter into U.S. is All-Clad Metalcrafters LLC, of Canonsburg, Pa.; mporter into
Canada is Williams-Sonoma nc.
Hazard: Wiring inside the waffe maker can be damaged and contact the waffe maker's metal body, posing a
shock or fre hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: All-Clad has not received any reports of incidents in Canada. All-Clad has received 23
reports of waffe makers emitting sparks outside of Canada. No injuries have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: The recalled All-Clad 4-Square Belgian Waffe Maker is electric with a stainless steel
exterior. The recall involves units with a model/ref number of #WD700462 and 4-digit manufacture date
codes ending in 08. The model/ref number and manufacture date code are located on a white label on the
bottom of the waffe maker. Sold for about $200.
SoId by: Exclusively through Williams-Sonoma.
When was distributed: March 2008 through January 2009.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should unplug the waffe maker immediately and contact All-Clad for instructions on
obtaining a free replacement.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact All-Clad toll-free at (888) 345-0474 between 8 a.m.
and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the frm's Web site at www.All-CladWafferRecall.com.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by Underwriters Laboratories nc. For more
information about Underwriters Laboratories nc. product certifcation process please visit: www.ul.com.
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Dehumidiers SoId ExcIusiveIy in the U.S. Recalled by
LG EIectronics Tianjin AppIiance Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
January 20, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the Canadian public that LG Electronics Tianjin Ap-
pliance has announced a voluntary recall of the following dehumidifers sold exclusively in the U.S. Consum-
ers should stop using the recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Portable Dehumidifers
Manufacturer/Importer: LG Electronics Tianjin Appliance Co., of China.
Hazard: The power connector for the dehumidifer's compressor can short circuit, posing fre and burn haz-
ards to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: n the U.S., LG has received 11 reports of property damage incidents involving arcing,
heat, smoke, including four fres that spread to the building structure and involved signifcant smoke/water
damage. No injuries have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: This recall involves 30 pint portable dehumidifers sold under the brand names in the
chart below. The dehumidifers are white with a red shut-off button, controls for fan speed and humidity control
and a front-loading water bucket. Goldstar or Comfort-Aire is printed on the front. The model and serial
numbers are printed on the interior of the dehumidifers and can be viewed after the water bucket is removed.
SoId by: The Home Depot, Wal-Mart and Heat Controller nc. in the U.S only.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifer, contact LG to determine if it is
included in the recall and return it to an authorized LG service center for a free repair.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact LG toll-free at (877) 220-0479 between 8 a.m. and 7
p.m. CT Monday through Friday and between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. CT on Saturday for the location of an autho-
rized LG service center for the repair, or visit the frm's Web site at www.30pintdehumidiferrecall.com
Remarks: The affected units were intended for sale and distribution in the U.S. only. n addition to being
certifed in the U.S. by Underwriters Laboratories the recalled units are also certifed to Canadian Standards
by CSA. For more information about CSA product certifcation process please visit CSA's Web site at: http://
www.csa-international.org
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Brand ModeI No. SeriaI Number Range SoId at
Goldstar GHD30Y7 611TAxx00001~08400
611TAxx08401~40600
612TAxx00001~20400
612TAxx21001~30600
Home Depot U.S.
Goldstar DH305Y7 612TAxx00001~00600
701TAxx00001~16800
702TAxx00001~03000
Wal-Mart U.S.
Comfort-Aire BHD-301-C 611TA000001~001697
612TA000001~004200
701TA000001~000578
710TA000001~000599
Heat Controller nc. U.S.
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Thompson Broom Mfg. Ltd. recaIIs Boot-Master boot & shoe cIeaner
February 9, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Thompson Broom Mfg. Ltd. has an-
nounced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products
immediately.
Name of Product: Boot-Master boot & shoe cleaner
Units: 84 units sold and affected in Ontario.
Manufacturer: Thompson Broom Mfg. Ltd.
Hazard: Potential electrical shock or fre hazards.
Incidents/Injuries: No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: Color is beige with a brown or black water tank and belt cover.
SoId by: Thompson Broom Mfg. Ltd.
Manufactured in: Canada
Remedy: Consumers should contact the manufacturer to coordinate steps for product approval and required
arrangements.
Consumer Contact: Thompson Rink Equip. Ltd., 592 Gunn Road, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2C 2Z9. Toll free:
1-888-832-3728
Remarks: The recalled units are not certifed to Canadian Standards.
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Creative Co-op RecaIIs a CeiIing Luminaire
January 21, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Creative Co-op nc. has announced
a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immedi-
ately.
Name of Product: Ceiling Luminaire Model DE2207. This Ceiling Luminaire has been sold under the brand
Creative Co-op nc.
Number of Units: 84 Lamps
Manufacturer/Importer: Creative Co-op nc.
Date of Manufacture: August 2008
Hazard: The product displays an unauthorized UL mark and it has not been tested to determine whether it is
compliant with the Canadian Standards for product safety and may pose a safety hazard. The unauthorized
UL label shows the number E236833.
Incidents/Injuries: No injuries and/or damages have been reported
dentifcation:
On Product: The label on the Ceiling Lamp has an unauthorized UL Labels mark. See picture of unauthor-
ized mark below.
On Packaging: White curved metal ceiling lamp with beads attached.
SoId by: Creative Co-op nc
When was distributed: August 2008 November 2009.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Creative Co-op to arrange
returning the product to the place of purchase.
Consumer Contact: Creative Co-op nc.
Pam Haggerty 1-866-323-2264
Remarks: A Safety Alert was issued on October 2, 2009.
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BSH Home AppIiances Corporation Expands RecaII of
Thermador BuiIt-In Ovens Due to Fire Hazard
January 21, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that BSH Home Appliances Corporation
has announced a voluntary feld repair action in Canada for the consumer products set out below. Consumers
should stop using the self-cleaning mode in any affected unit immediately and contact BSH to arrange for an
onsite inspection and free repair if necessary.
Name of Product: Thermador Brand Built-n Ovens. Thermador Brand Built-n Ovens.
Units: Approximately 550 in Canada.
Manufacturer: BSH Home Appliances Corporation, Huntington Beach, California.
Hazard: The oven may have gaps in the insulation where overheating can occur and when used in the self-
cleaning mode it can cause nearby cabinets to catch fre. This poses a fre hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: As of January 21 2010, BSH has not received any reports of fres in Canada that caused
damage to surrounding cabinets. No injuries have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: This is an expansion of the recall originally issued on June 29, 2007 and involves Ther-
mador Brand built-in double ovens. The model numbers of the double ovens are C272B, C302B, SEC272,
SEC302, SECD272 and SECD302. The ovens have serial numbers between FD8403 through FD8701. The
model number and serial number can be found on the underside of the control panel. See picture beIow.
SoId by: Appliance and specialty stores in Canada from June 2004 through July 2007.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the oven's self-cleaning mode and contact the frm immediately to
schedule an inspection and free repair, if necessary.
Consumer Contact: Please call Thermdor at 800-701-5230 toll-free, 24-hrs day/ 7-days/week. For additional
information on the voluntary feld action, consumers can visit www.thermador.ca
Remarks: The affected ovens are certifed to Canadian Standards by Underwriters Laboratories nc. For
more information about the Underwriters Laboratories nc. product certifcation process, please visit: www.
ul.com .
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ModeI and SeriaI Number Location
SEC,SECD 272 and 302 C272 and C302
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA. OVEN
C
( A5 )
LISTED 43WJ
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE
E212130
MODEL: SEC302BS 01
FD 8608000067
? 1-888-xxx-xxxx
RATING 120/208 240 VOLTS 60 Hz
AC ONLY, ( A2 ) WIRE, 1 PHASE,
208V ( A3 ) A, 240V ( A4 ) A
MADE IN USA OF US AND IMPORTED PARTS
Model #
Serial #
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Conair Consumer Products Inc. ("CONAIR") RecaIIs LysoI Steam Mop by CONAIR
Due to Burn and Laceration Hazards
February 1, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Conair Consumer Products nc.
(Conair) has announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Lysol Steam Mop. Canadian model number SM10LC.
Units: Approximately 8,700 in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: Conair
Hazard: Hot water mixed with Lysol can forcefully spurt out and rupture the housing unit, posing a burn haz-
ard and a laceration hazard to consumers from the broken housing unit.
Incidents/Injuries: Conair has received one report of this incident. Conair Corporation in the US has re-
ceived 14 reports of hot water forcefully spilling out of water reservoir compartment including two minor burn
injuries to consumers who sought medical attention.
Description/ModeIs: This recall involves the Lysol Steam Mop by Conair with model number SM-10LC. The
model number is printed on the bottom of the mop under the microfber cloth.
SoId by: Sears Canada, Home Hardware and other retailers.
When was distributed: March 2007 through October 2009.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled Lysol Steam Mop and contact
Conair at the number listed below for instructions to receive a free replacement steam cleaning mop.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Conair at 1-866-729-2389 between 8:30a.m. and
5:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the frm's Web site at www.conaircanada.ca/recall or email con-
sumer_canada@conair.com
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information about Under-
writers Laboratories product certifcation process please visit: www.ul.com
3000 units were evaluated by QPS and bear the QPS mark. These units are included in the 8700 total units covered by
the recall. For more information about QPS, please visit: www.qps.ca
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Liebherr RecaIIs BuiIt-In Refrigerators Due to Injury Hazard; Door Can Detach
February 1, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Liebherr has announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Liebherr Built-n Refrigerator
Units: Approximately 751
Manufacturer/Importer: Liebherr-Hausgeraete Ochsenhausen GmbH
Hazard: The refrigerator door can separate and fall off, potentially injuring the user.
Incidents/Injuries: n Canada and the United States, Liebherr-Hausgeraete Ochsenhausen has received
13 reports of the door falling off, including two reports of injuries involving bruises and strains. An addition 11
reports were received involving the door loosening, without falling.
Description/ModeIs: R 1400
RB 1400
RI 1400
RBI 1400
The refrigerators come individually or as the refrigerator compartment of the following
side-by-side combinations: SBS 24 0
SBS 24 I 0
SBS 24 5
SBS 24 I 5
SoId by: Appliance and specialty retailers nationwide for between $2,470 and $3,199.
When was distributed: The models were manufactured and sold between January 2005 and November
2009.
Manufactured in: Germany
Remedy: Consumers are advised to contact Liebherr to schedule a free in-home repair.
Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers may contact Liebherr toll-free at 1-888-543-2437 from
8AM to 5PM ET Monday through Friday or visit the frm's website www.liebherr.ca/ca-hg/en/recall.asp.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by ntertek. For more information about
ntertek's product certifcation process please visit:
www.intertek-etlsemko.com/portal/page/cust_portal/TK_PGR/
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RecaII of Home Improvement Books Containing Errors on EIectricaI Wiring
February 2, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Oxmoor House, nc. has announced
a voluntary recall of the following home improvement books. Consumers should stop using recalled books
immediately.
Name of Product: Table 1 below indicates the nine titles which are the subject of this recall.
Units: About 52 000 copies were distributed in Canada.
PubIisher: Oxmoor House, nc. of Birmingham, Alabama.
Hazard: The books contain errors in the technical diagrams and wiring instructions that could lead consum-
ers to incorrectly install or repair electrical wiring, posing an electrical shock or fre hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: No incidents, injuries, or property damage have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: SBN numbers of the affected books are listed in Table 1 below. The SBN number on
each book is printed the back cover, near the bar code. See page 2 of this recall for photos of front covers of
the recalled books.SoId by: Home improvement stores and bookstores.
When distributed: See publication dates in Table-1 of this recall.
Remedy: Consumers who followed the technical diagrams or wiring instructions in these books to do their
own wiring should contact Oxmoor House immediately on the toll free number below and inform Oxmoor
House which pages/wiring instructions they used. Oxmoor House will be able to advise if the instructions or
diagrams used are affected. ESA strongly recommends hiring a licensed electrical contractor to rectify any
faulty wiring installations. The Ontario Electrical Safety Code requires that any work on an electrical installa-
tion done in Ontario be inspected by ESA
All Consumers should immediately stop using these books and return them to Oxmoor House for a refund.
Consumer Contact: Oxmoor House toll-free at (866) 696-7602 or visit the frm's Web site at www.sunset-
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TabIe - 1 RecaIIed books
Title SBN-13 SBN-10 Units Suggested
price
Publication
Date
AmeriSpec Home
Repair
Handbook
AmeriSpec Manuel
dentretien de la mai-
son
978-0-376-00180-1 0-376-00180-1 33,000
(22,000
English;
11,000
French)
US $24.95 January
2006
Lowes Complete
Home mprovement
and Repair
978-0-376-00922-7
978-0-376-01098-8
0-376-00922-5 1,573 US $34.95 September
2005
December
1999
Lowes Complete
Home Wiring
978-0-376-00928-9 0-376-00928-4 700 US $29.95 May 2008
Sunset Basic Home
Repairs
978-0-376-01581-5
978-0-376-01025-4
0-376-01581-0 328 US $12.95 February
1995
January
1975
Sunset Complete
Home Wiring
978-0-376-01594-5 0-376-01594-2 1,429 US $19.95 December
1999
Title SBN-13 SBN-10 Units Suggested
price
Publication
Date
Sunset Complete Patio
Book
978-0-376-01411-5
978-0-376-01397-2
978-0-376-01399-6
0-376-01411-3 8,581 US $19.95 January
2006
January
1998
April 1990
Sunset Home Repair
Handbook
978-0-376-01258-6
978-0-376-01256-2
0-376-01258-7 1,095 US $19.95 October
1998
February
1985
Sunset Water Gardens 978-0-376-03849-4 0-376-03849-7 997 US $19.95 January
2004
Sunset You Can Build
- Wiring
978-0-376-01596-9 0-376-01596-9 4,578 US $249.95 January
2009
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Husky Generators RecaIIed Due to Fire Hazard
February 2, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Homelite Consumer Products, nc. of
Anderson, South Carolina has announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers
should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Husky Generators
Units: 53
Manufacturer/Importer: Homelite Consumer Products, nc.
Hazard: The fuel gauge can leak gasoline posing a potential fre hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: This recall involves Husky brand generators models HUCA5700 and HUCA7000. Af-
fected products are limited to those with the following manufacturing date codes:
BML306 through BMM151
CHL122 through CHM151
CRL153 through CRM059
The model number and manufacturing date code are included on the data label located on the top or side of
the engine. Products with a green dot on the outside of the package or a silver dot on the fuel gauge face
are not affected products.
SoId by: Home Depot Canada, nc.
When was distributed: Sold in Home Depot stores between July 2008 and May 2009.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using their generator and contact Homelite Consumer Prod-
ucts, nc. at 1-800-242-4672 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to obtain a free repair kit.
For additional information regarding affected generators consumers may visit www.homelite.com.
Consumer Contact: Consumers may contact Homelite Consumer Products, nc. at 1-800-242-4672 be-
tween 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or by visiting www.homelite.com.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by CSA nternational. For more informa-
tion about CSA nternational product certifcation process please visit: www.csa-international.org
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Innovage RecaIIs Discovery Kids Lamps Due to Fire Hazard
February 9, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that nnovage LLC of Foothill Ranch, Ca.
has announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled
products immediately.
Name of Product: Discovery Kids Animated Marine and Safari Lamps
Units: Approximately 900 units.
Importer: nnovage, LLC
Hazard: A defect in the lamp's printed circuit board can cause an electrical short, posing a fre and burn haz-
ard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: nnovage has received nine reports of incidents in the United States, including one in-
volving smoke inhalation injury to a child and three involving minor property damage.
Description/ModeIs: This recall involves the Discovery Kids Animated Marine with model number
1627121 or 1628626 and Safari Lamps with model number 1627124 or 1628626.All models have batch
numbers beginning with 2. The decorative lamps are silver in color and feature rotating flms with marine or
safari scenes. Discovery Kids is printed on the front top left corner. The batch number is an 11 digit number
located on the bottom of the unit. The model number can be found on the bottom of the packaging.
SoId by: Bed, Bath & Beyond
When was distributed: Between September 2009 and January 2010.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the lamps, and contact nnovage for information on
returning the product for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact nnovage toll-free at (888) 232-1535 between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the frm's Web site at www.lamprecall.org or email info@lampre-
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located on the bottom of the unit
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Liquidation WorId RecaIIs Christmas Lights
February 17, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Liquidation World has announced a
voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immedi-
ately.
Name of Product: Christmas Lights
Units: Approximately 3200
Importer: Liquidation World
Hazard: The affected products have not been tested to determine whether it is compliant with the Canadian
Standards for product safety and may pose a safety hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: No injuries and/or damages have been reported
SoId by: Liquidation World
When was distributed: October 1, 2009 through February 1, 2010
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Please return any product listed below to your nearest Liquidation World store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: Laura Dzsudzsak, Operations Co-Ordinator, 519-720-2593
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Description/Models:
AssortmenItem Number Item Description Primary SKU/PLU/UPC List Price Units
RX9 869085100000655 XTT TREE TOPPER ANGEL UL -DWO 764878834456 14.99 34
RX9 869085100000656 XTT TREE TOPPER STAR UL -DWO 764878831318 9.99 509
RX9 869085100000657 XTT TREE TOPPER STAR UL -DWO 764878868871 7.99 149
RX9 869085100000957 XTT TREE WHITE 4FT LED -DWO 764878699048 59.99 18
RX9 869085100000960 XTT TREE WHITE 6FT LED -DWO 764878693220 79.99 59
RX9 869085100000999 XMAS 100OUTDR BLULGHT UL -DWO 012495959824 5.99 84
RX9 869085100001000 XMAS 100OUTDR REDLGHT UL -DWO 012495959817 5.99 207
RX9 869085100001001 XMAS 100OUTDR CLRLGHT WHT-DWO 012495959800 5.99 195
RX9 869085100001002 XMAS 100MULTI LGHT WHTWIR-DWO 012495959794 5.99 361
RX9 869085100001006 XMAS H/D 100 LGHTS CLR UL-DWO 012495959763 9.99 795
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Big AI's Aquarium Supercenter RecaIIs AquaCIear Power FiIters
February 25, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Big Al's Scarborough Supercenter
has announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled
products immediately.
Name of Product: AquaClear Power Filter 70
Units: 84 units
Manufacturer: Askoll
Importer: Big Al's Aquarium Supercenter
Hazard: The affected products have not been tested to determine whether it is compliant with the Canadian
Standards for product safety and may pose a safety hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: None have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: AquaClear Power Filter model #70.
SoId by: Big Al's Aquarium Supercenter.
When was distributed: November 12, 2009 to January 2, 2010.
Manufactured in: taly
Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the product. Consumers who have pur-
chased the affected units from Big Al's Scarborough are being requested to contact the store and arrange for
a product refund.
Consumer Contact: Big Al's Aquarium Supercenter
1295 Kennedy Road, Scarborough, Ontario M1P 2L4
(416) 757-3281 Bruce Rosenberg
brucer@bigalscanada.com
Remarks: The recalled units are not certifed to Canadian standards.
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StanIey Convergent Security SoIutions, Inc RecaII Connector Kits Used with SonitroI
Access ControI ModuIes
February 24, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Stanley Convergent Security Solu-
tions, nc. has announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Connector kits used with electronic door lock control modules.
Units: 248 shipped to Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: EBY Electro, nc. (a USA company)
Hazard: n the event of a fre or other emergency, a faulty connection between the pin connector and pin strip
could prevent a door lock from receiving a control signal allowing egress from a building.
Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: 40010751 8Z-40010751 nstallation kit for ACCESS4-S Module, ACCESS4-S 8Z-AC-
CESS4S 4-Door Access Control Module (a 40010751 part is included in every kit); ACESS4-SLUC 8Z-AC-
CESS4SC 4-Door Access Control Module (a 40010751 part is included in every kit); the pin connectors and
pin strips are small enough to connect a circuit board to an access control device such as a key card reader
and automatic lock.
SoId by: Sonitrol franchise dealers and Stanley Convergent feld offcers.
When was distributed: Between August 2008 and October 23, 2009
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: n an abundance of caution, the installers of such access control devices have been sent informa-
tion and replacement connectors. End users will have any connectors replaced at no charge until all affected
pin connectors and pin strips are replaced.
Consumer Contact: Ms. Kara Dean, Counsel & Assistant Secretary, 14670 Cumberland Rd., Noblesville, N
46060, 317-703-1208.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by Underwriters Laboratory Canada. For
more information about Underwriters Laboratory Canada product certifcation process please visit: http://
www.ulc.ca/
PIease see photos of the recaIIed products on the next page
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Techtronic Industries, Co. Ltd. RecaIIs Mastercraft 18V Battery Chargers for CordIess
DriIIs
February 26, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Techtronic ndustries, Co. LTD. has
announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled prod-
ucts immediately.
Name of Product: Mastercraft battery charger model 542973-4, 3 hour 18 V battery charger.
Units: Approximately 75,000 chargers were sold in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: Techtronic ndustries Co., Ltd.
Hazard: Drill Charger may overheat.
Incidents/Injuries: No injuries reported. There have been incidents where damage to the charger and/or
minor property damage occurred.
Description/ModeIs: The recall involves the Mastercraft model 54-2973-4 battery charger distributed with
the Mastercraft 18V model 54-2973-4 Drill. Both were sold in a drill kit and a model 54-2772-2 combo kit. The
chargers are black, the name Mastercraft, appears on the front of the charging stand, and 18v appears in
the charging stand at the bottom of the receptacle for the battery stem. One hour versions of the charger are
not affected.
SoId by: Canadian Tire
When was distributed: Between 2000 and 2009.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Techtronic ndustries will provide consumers with a replacement charger. Consumers should stop
using the existing charger and contact Techtronic ndustries at the number provided below for instructions and
information on having the free replacement charger shipped to them.
Consumer Contact: Customers should contact Techtronic ndustries toll-free at 1-800-597-9624, for further
information and a free replacement charger.
PIease see photos of the recaIIed products on the next page
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Scotsman RecaIIs CommerciaI Ice Cube Machines Due to Fire Hazard
February 24, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Scotsman Group LLC has announced
a voluntary recall of the following commercial product. Product owners should stop using recalled products
immediately.
Name of Product: Scotsman Commercial Modular Cube ce Machines (Modular Cubers).
Units: Approximately 1,550 units in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: Scotsman Group LLC, Vernon Hills, llinois.
Hazard: A solenoid, an electrical component in the product, can fail and result in an electrical arc that can
pose a fre hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: The company received two warranty claims of burned or melted solenoids that resulted in
replacement of components in Canada, including one claim in Ontario. There have been four reports of fres
and 35 warranty claims of burned or melted components in the United States (where 43,000 units have been
distributed), resulting in replacement of machines and component parts. No injuries or damage other than to
the machine itself have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: The machines are designed to be installed on top of ice storage bins or ice dispens-
ers, and typically are used in food service, convenience store, health care, education, lodging, offce and
other commercial establishments. Model numbers begin with C0322, C0330, C0522, C0530, C0630, C0830,
C1030, C1448, C1848, C2148, EH130, EH222, EH330, or EH430, and serial numbers of the recalled ma-
chines within these model designations begin with 05, 06, 07, 08 or 09. Model and serial numbers are on the
back of all machines and, depending on the model, behind the machine's front panel either in the lower right
corner of the machine or on the left side of the sheet metal wall that separates the larger (equipment) com-
partment from the smaller (ice-making) compartment.
Scotsman commercial fake and nugget ice machines, commercial undercounter cube ice machines, and
residential ice machines are not involved in this recall.
SoId by: Commercial equipment distributors, and commercial foodservice equipment dealers for suggested
retail prices between about $4,000 and $15,000 depending on the model.
When was distributed: September 2006 through December 2009.
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: Product owners should contact the company to schedule a free repair.
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Customer Contact: Owners may contact Scotsman at (800) 541-0520 between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m.
Central Time Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.scotsman-ice.com.
Remarks: The affected units are certifed to Canadian Standards by Underwriters Laboratories nc.
For more information about Underwriters Laboratories nc. product certifcation process please visit:
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Noncontact EIectricaI Tester RecaIIed by FIuke Due to Shock or Burn Hazard
March 12, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Fluke has announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Fluke VoltAlert Voltage Detector
Units: Number of the affected units in Ontario and in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: Fluke Corporation, of Everett, Wash.
Hazard: The testers can fail to give an indication of live voltage, resulting in the operator falsely believing the
electrical power is off, posing a risk of serious injury or death from electrical shock or thermal burns.
Incidents/Injuries: No injuries have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: The Fluke voltage testers look like a pen with a yellow, white and gray body. The
testers measure 90 to 1000 volts alternating current (VAC). Fluke and the model number are printed on the
front of each unit. The recall involves Fluke 1AC-A1- VoltAlert tester with product marking 1AC-A.
SoId by: ndustrial distributors and electrical wholesalers nationwide from September 2009 through February
2010 for about $25.
Manufactured in: USA
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and contact Fluke for a free re-
placement.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Fluke toll-free at (888) 983-5853 between 7 a.m. and
4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the frm's Web site at www.fuke.com/1AC-A1recall.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by CSA. For more information about CSA
product certifcation process please visit: www.csa-international.org
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Jeckson EIectric RecaIIs WireIess Remote On/Off Switches Due to PotentiaI Fire
Hazard
March 16, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Jeckson Electric Co. Ltd has an-
nounced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products
immediately.
Name of Product: RF Wireless Remote On/Off Switch
Units: Approximately 70,000 in Ontario and 160,000 in Canada
Manufacturer/Importer: Jeckson Electric Co. Ltd / Dimplex North America Ltd.
Hazard: n some cases, the plug-in remote control receiver can overheat, posing a fre hazard
Incidents/Injuries: One case of fre resulting in property damage, no injuries. n Canada and the USA,
Dimplex has received about 5,000 reports of the plug-in wall units overheating including 19 reports of dam-
age beyond the remote control and one report of a house fre in Columbus, Ohio that resulted in considerable
property damage.
Description/ModeIs: Jeckson Model 47-1001, 47-1010-R, and DOC D# 255K656-61-8367R, black, see
pictures below.
SoId by: Mass merchandise, home improvement, specialty freplace and furniture retailers sold freplaces,
stoves and freplace inserts that included the affected plug-in remote controlWhen was distributed: Manufac-
tured between 1998 and 2008, distribution continued into 2009.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately discontinue use of the remote. The electric freplace or stove can
be safely reconnected to a suitable outlet without the use of the plug in remote control receiver.
Consumer Contact: Consumers should request a replacement plug-in remote control kit by visiting www.
recall.dimplex.com, or by calling the toll free recall hotline at 866-673-9880.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by ntertek and CSA. For more information
about the product certifcation process please visit:
ETL:
www.intertek-etlsemko.com/page/cust_portal/TK_PGR/
CSA:
www.csa-international.org
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How to identify recaIIed pIug-in remote controI receivers:
This style of recalled plug-in receivers have
Model Numbers 47-1001 and 47-1010-R
or DOC D # 255K656-61-8367R
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DimpIex North America, on behaIf of Super Star TechnoIogy Co., RecaIIs WireIess
Remote On/Off Switches Due to PotentiaI Fire Hazard
March 16, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Dimplex North America has an-
nounced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products
immediately.
Name of Product: RF Wireless Remote On/Off Switch
Units: Approximately 10,000 in Ontario and 20,000 in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: Superstar Technology Co. Ltd/ Dimplex North America Ltd.
Hazard: n some cases, the plug-in remote control receiver can overheat, posing a fre hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: n Canada and the USA , Dimplex has received about 5,000 reports of the plug-in wall
units overheating including 19 reports of damage beyond the remote control and one report of a house fre in
Columbus, Ohio that resulted in considerable property damage.
Description/ModeIs: Super Star model APT-1315, grey, see pictures below.
SoId by: Mass merchandise, home improvement, specialty freplace and furniture retailers sold freplaces,
stoves and freplace inserts that included the affected plug-in remote control.
When was distributed: Manufactured between 2005 and 2006 with distribution into 2007.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately discontinue use of the remote. The electric freplace or stove can
be safely reconnected to a suitable outlet without the use of the plug in remote control receiver.
Consumer Contact: Consumers should request a replacement plug-in remote control kit by visiting www.
recall.dimplex.com, or by calling the toll free recall hotline at 866-673-9880.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information about the
product certifcation process please visit: www.UL.com
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Canadian Hardware & TooIs RecaII 8-1/2" Neiko Miter Saw
ApriI 21, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Canadian Hardware & Tools has an-
nounced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled prod-
ucts immediately.
Name of Product: Neiko Miter Saw
Units: 2 units in Ontario
Manufacturer/Importer: Ridgerock Tools nc. USA.
Hazard: The affected products have not been tested to determine whether it is compliant with the Canadian
Standards for product safety and may pose a safety hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: No injuries or damage have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: Model 10330
SoId by: Canadian Hardware & Tools
When was distributed: May 2007
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using Neiko Miter Saw and return to the place of purchase for
a refund.
Consumer Contact: Canadian Hardware & Tools Tel 416-840-0102 Fax 416-537-9870.
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Audio Receivers RecaIIed by NiIes Audio Corp. Due to Fire Hazard
March 22, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Niles Audio Corporation has an-
nounced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products
immediately.
Name of Product: ZR-6
Units: 218 units sold in Canada, with 118 of these sold in Ontario.
Manufacturer/Importer: Niles Audio Corporation
Hazard: A failure in the receiver's internal components can cause connected loudspeakers to overheat and
cause a fre, posing a fre hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: Three incidents of loudspeakers overheating have been reported. No injuries have been
reported.
Description/ModeIs: This recall involves Niles ZR-6 MultiZone Receivers. The receivers are black with a
blue LCD display on the right side and the Niles logo in white on the front center. The model number ZR-6
appears on the lower left side of the front panel. Units with a software version lower than 3.26 are affected.
The software version is shown on the LCD display if the ZR-6 is turned off and then back on using the front
panel power button. The retail price of the ZR-6 is C$2,499.95.
SoId by: Audio/Video/Home Theater Custom nstallation Professionals
When were units distributed: Units were shipped to Canada beginning on September 5, 2008.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled receivers and contact Niles Audio for a free
repair kit. The repair kit includes a software update for the receivers. Niles is directly contacting consumers
who purchased the recalled receivers.
Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Niles Audio toll-free at 1-800-667-3991 between 9 a.m.
and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, visit the website at www.nilesaudio.com/ZR6nfo, email ZR6nfo@
nilesaudio.com or write to Niles Audio Corporation, Attn: ZR-6 Recall, 12331 SW 130 ST, Miami, FL 33186.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information about the UL
product certifcation process please visit: www.ul.com.
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Comarco Inc. Announces VoIuntary RecaII to RepIace Targus Power Adapters
ApriI 30, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Comarco nc. has announced a vo-
luntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately
and contact Comarco nc. to return the affected units to Comarco nc., and receive a free replacement unit.
Name of Product: Targus Universal Wall Power Adapters for Laptops.
Units: Approximately 3776 in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: Comarco Wireless Technologies, nc., 25541 Commercentre Drive, Lake Forest, CA
92630-8870 USA
Hazard: As a result of poor electrical contact, the connector tips can heat and degrade. The connector tips
would be hot to the touch. n some instances, the heat can cause melting or charring of the plastic encasing
the connector tip.
Incidents/Injuries: Comarco nc. has received indirect reports of 518 incidents in the United States, of which
8 consumers reported the tip was hot enough to burn a fnger tip or hand when the part was checked or
disconnected. There are no reports of any injury requiring medical care or of any other injury. No reports of
injury or property damage have been reported in Canada.
Description/ModeIs: The recall affects certain Targus-branded universal power adapters for laptops that
were sold at retail through March 10, 2010 with the model numbers: APA23US-02, APA23US-03, APA23US-
04, APA63US-03, APA63US-04, APM62US-03 and APM62US-04. (The photograph below shows where the
model number (the SKU#) can be found on the underside of the adapter unit.)
SoId by: Wal-Mart Canada Corp.
When was distributed: The affected units were distributed from August 2009 through March 10, 2010.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers who have in their possession an affected unit should stop using the unit immediately
and contact Comarco to return the affected unit and receive a replacement unit.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, visit Comarco's website for this recall, at www.regcen.com/
comarco (available 24/7) or call toll-free 1-877-781 5186, between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m., Central Time, Monday
through Friday. Please have your adapter available when using the website or toll free number, to provide the
model and serial numbers.
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Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by TUV Rheinland of North America, nc.
For more information about the TUV Rheinland of North America, nc., FCC Class B. product certifcation
process please visit: www.tuv.com/global/en/index.html.
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RECALL RCL10-22
SimpIe H2O recaIIs Precipitators, Conductivity Testers and Wise Lights
ApriI 30, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Simple H2O has announced a volun-
tary recall of Precipitators, Conductivity Testers and Wise Lights
Name of Products: C.C.K Electronic Dual Precipitators, Conductivity Testers with Light Bulbs, PR-1 Precipi-
tators, PR-2 Precipitators, and Wise Lights.
Units: 1277 C.C.K Electronic Dual Precipitators, 516 Conductivity Testers with Light Bulbs, 100 PR-1 Precipi-
tators, 50 PR-2 Precipitator s, and 30 Wise Lights.
Importer: Simple H2O
Hazard: The affected products have not been tested to determine whether it is compliant with the Canadian
Standards for product safety and may pose a safety hazard. mproper use could result in electrical shock.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description/ModeIs: PR-2 Precipitator 2 110 Volt Compact Model with Case Black with Silver Rods
PR-1 Precipitator Dual Voltage 110V with Case Black with Silver Rods
C.C.K- Electronic Dual Precipitator 110V Model: DP-01 Gray with Silver Rods
Wise Light - Black
Conductivity Tester with Light Bulb Opaque plastic
SoId by: Simple H2O
When was distributed: Between April 2008 April 2010.
Manufactured in: China and USA
Remedy: Stop using the recalled products immediately and return all recalled products to Simple H2O for a
full refund. Please contact the customer service department for full instructions on how to return all recalled
products.
Consumer Contact: Simple H2O
100 Hanlan Rd. Unit 13
Woodbridge ON L4L 4V8
Toll Free: 1-866-874-2532
Fax: 1-866-292-4710
www.simpleh2o.ca
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PR-1 Precipitator Dual Voltage 110V
with Case Black with Silver Rods
C.C.K- Electronic Dual Precipitator 110V
Model: DP-01 Gray with Silver Rods
Conductivity Tester with Light Bulb
Opaque plastic
Wise Light
PR-2 Precipitator 2 110 Volt Compact
Model with Case Black with Silver Rods
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RECALL RCL10-23
Conair Corporation RecaIIs BabyIissPro 052 Series ProfessionaI
Compact Hair Dryer
May 7, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Conair Corporation (Conair) has an-
nounced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products
immediately.
Name of Product: BabylissPro 052 Series Professional Compact Hair Dryer.
Units: Approximately 28,000 in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: Conair Corporation / Dannyco Trading (Canada) Ltd.
Hazard: Laceration hazard from broken plastic housing.
Incidents/Injuries: Conair USA has received 16 reports of the fan breaking causing the housing to shatter
including 7 complaints of minor lacerations and one report of a person seeking medical attention. There are 2
reported incidents in Canada.
Description/ModeIs: BTMDV052C, BTMDVK052C, BTM052C, BTM052RDC, MMDBLUE & -MMDWHTE
(Colors may vary).
SoId by: Dannyco Trading (Canada) Ltd. Montreal
When was distributed: March 2007 through August 2009.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled professional compact dryer and contact
Dannyco to receive a free replacement hair dryer.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dannyco @ 1-800-363-0707 or visit the frm's
website at www.dannyco.com
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by ntertek Testing Services. For more
information about ntertek Testing Services' product certifcation process please visit:
www.intertek-etlsemko.com/page/cust_portal/TK_PGR/
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TUMI recaIIs MobiIe Power Packs
May 19, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that TUM has announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Mobile Power Pack; Model #14362
Units: 87 in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: TUM
Hazard: Defective battery packs may overcharge if it contains a contaminated power cell. Overcharging only
happens on FRST charge. F the unit is in use and functioning properly, there is no cause for concern.
Incidents/Injuries: One consumer reported a small fre in electrical socket which resulted in damage to wall
area.
Description/ModeIs: Gun Metal color fnish, no distinguishing marks from normally functioning units.
SoId by: Betty Hemmings, Holt Renfrew, Hudson's Bay Co., Taschen nc., Satchel Shop and Miscellaneous
specialty stores.
When was distributed: November 2007 August 2008.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: f the unit has not been used and has never been charged, Please do NOT charge. Call Tumi Cus-
tomer Care at (800)-530-0069 for information on how to return the product.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, please contact Tumi Customer Care at
(800) 530-0069 between 8 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the frm's web site at www.
Tumi.com, or e-mail the frm at customercare@tumi.com
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards UL. For more information about UL product
certifcation process please visit: www.ul.com
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Radio Systems Corporation announces recaII of power adapters soId with
PetSafe Heated WeIIness SIeepers
May 19, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Radio Systems Corporation has an-
nounced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products
immediately.
Name of Product: Direct Plug in Class 2 transformer sold with PetSafe Heated Wellness Sleeper models
PCU00-10911 (small), PCU00-10912 (medium) and PCU-10913 (large).
Units: 1,344 in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer:
Radio Systems Corporation
10427 Electric Ave
Knoxville, TN 37932 USA
Hazard: The output connector and the coil spring may become hot or create arcing, posing a risk of fre to
consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: Radio Systems has received three reports of melted output connectors. No injuries or
fres have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: The recalled power adaptors are identifed by the markings PLUG N CLASS 2
TRANSFORMER, MODEL NO: K12-800 and have a spring coil covering the length of the electrical wire.
Heated Wellness Sleepers with power adaptors without springs are not affected by this voluntary recall.
The Heated Wellness Sleepers were produced with Hunter Green/Sand, Military Blue/Sand and Khaki/Sand
covers and have a jacquard PetSafe logo stitched to the center front. Additional product labels include the
Radio Systems Customer Care phone number.
SoId by: Pet specialty stores, catalog and online retailers.
When was distributed: From late 2006 until early 2010.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these products immediately and call Radio Systems Corporation's
Customer Care at 1-800-732-2677 for instructions on how to receive a free replacement power adaptor with
the return of the old power adaptor.
Consumer Contact: Radio Systems Corporation, Customer Care 1-800-732-2677 or
ATTN: Recall
Radio Systems Canada
160 Adelaide St. S., Unit 110
London, ON N5Z 3L1
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ATTN: Recall
Radio Systems Canada
160 Adelaide St. S., Unit 110
London, ON N5Z 3L1
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information about UL prod-
uct certifcation process please visit: www.ul.com
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Schneider EIectric RecaIIs Stab-Iok Circuit Breakers
Type NA15 / NA20 / NB15 / NB20
May 19, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Schneider Electric Canada has an-
nounced a voluntary recall of the following industrial/commercial products.
Name of Product: Stab-lok NA15, NA20, NB15 and NB20.
Units: 330 units across Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: Schneider Electric Canada.
Hazard: A small number of circuit breaker handles were moulded with the ON and OFF impressions inter-
changed. There is the possibility for the circuit breaker handle to indicate the OFF (open) position when the
circuit breaker is still in an ON (closed) position. This may result in the potential for PERSONAL NJURY.
Incidents/Injuries: No injuries or damages have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: Stab-lok circuit breaker models NA15, NA20, NB15 and NB20 with a date code of
1002 to 1014 only. The date code is stamped on the product label located next to the handle. The date code
is also stamped on the product carton.
SoId by: Schneider Electric Canada distributors.
When was distributed: Between January 12, 2010 and April 7, 2010
Manufactured in: Mexico
Remedy: mmediately inspect the Circuit Breakers for the correct handle, as show in the photos below. f a
product with the incorrect handle is found, contact the Schneider Electric Product Recovery number below to
arrange for free installation of replacement product. Circuit breakers should be replaced by a licensed electri-
cian only.
Consumer Contact:
Schneider Electric
Product Recovery Administration
Phone: 1-866-333-1490
Fax: 1-866-587-4070
Remarks: Although the circuit breaker mechanism is completely functional and will correctly trip on both
overload and short circuit; however, there is still a potential for personal injury, if the circuit breaker handle in-
dicated OFF when the circuit breaker is ON. Users with the affected product should contact Schneider Electric
immediately.
Products and cartons marked with blue dots (shown below) have been inspected and found to have proper
markings. Products and products in cartons with blue dots are approved for sale.
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the circuit breaker handle indicated OFF when the circuit breaker is ON. Users with the affected product
should contact Schneider Electric immediately.
Products and cartons marked with blue dots (shown below) have been inspected and found to have proper
markings. Products and products in cartons with blue dots are approved for sale.
The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by Canadian Standards Association (CSA). For more
information about CSA product certifcation process please visit: www.csa-international.org
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Hoover, Inc. Announces a voIuntary recaII of Wind TunneI T-Series Vacuums
May 31, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority in cooperation with Hoover, nc. is notifying the public that
Hoover, nc. has announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop us-
ing recalled products immediately.
Name of Product:
WindTunnel T-Series Rewind Plus - Bagless Upright
WindTunnel T-Series Pet Rewind - Bagless Upright
Units: 493 units in Canada and 93 in Ontario.
Manufacturer/Importer: Hoover, nc.
Hazard: Some of the power cords may not be routed properly or securely seated in the cord rewind assem-
bly. Power cords could be pulled loose, causing a potential fre or shock hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: To date, there have been 3 reports of minor burns to carpet and furniture, and 1 report of
a minor burn to the hand, which did not require medical attention in the United States. No reports have been
received from Ontario or Canada.
Description/Models: The following 2 models are included in the recall:
UH70205 WindTunnel T-Series Rewind Plus - Bagless Upright (Shadows Metallic)
UH70210 WindTunnel T-Series Pet Rewind - Bagless Upright (Billowy Blue)
The affected manufacturing codes are listed for your reference:
All vacuums with H09A, 09A, J09A and some of K09A are affected. Vacuums with manufacturing code K09A
accompanied by a green dot or green slash are safe for use. All other date codes are safe for use.
The following vacuums with the model numbers and carton date codes below are affected.
Model UH70205 Carton Date Code 09219 to 11209
Model UH70210 Carton Date Code 09109 to 11219
All date codes accompanied by a green dot or green slash are safe for use.
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Carton Date Code Sample:
SoId by: Home Depot and London Drugs at $199.99.
When was distributed: Prior to November 23, 2009.
Manufactured in: Juarez, Mexico
Remedy: f the consumer has an affected model, stop using it immediately and contact Hoover for a free
repair.
Consumer Contact: Phone 888-891-2054 (M-F 8AM-7PM ET) or visit our website at www.hoover.com/
tseriesrewindrecall for more information and to locate Authorized Service Centers in Canada.
Remarks: The recalled Hoover WindTunnel T-Series Bagless Uprights are certifed to Canadian Stan-
dards by UL. For more information about UL product certifcation process please visit: www.UL.com.
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Nutech R. HIdngs. Inc. RecaIIs Heat Recovery VentiIators (HRVs)
Manufactured between 1992 to 1998
June 1, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Nutech R. Hldngs nc. has an-
nounced a voluntary Recall of the following consumer products. Consumers should stop using affected prod-
ucts immediately.
Name of Product: Heat Recovery Ventilators (HRVs).
Units: About 12,000 in Ontario and about 5,000 in the rest of Canada.
Manufacturer: Nutech R. Hldngs nc.
Hazard: The motors in these units can overheat posing a potential fre hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: Nutech R. Hldngs nc. has received 9 reports causing property damage. No personal
injury has occurred.
Description/ModeIs: The Safety Program covers the units distributed under the brand names of: Lifebreath,
Tradewinds, Honeywell, Lennox, Fresh-X-Changer, American Aldes, Raydot, Standex, Sears Authorized n-
door Clean Air Services, Nutone and Airfow manufactured between 1992 to 1998 by Nutech R. Holdings nc.
Unit serial numbers containing the numbers 29, 39, 49, 59, 95, 96, 97, or 98 will qualify for the Safety Program
unless the original white motor has been replaced with a grey or black motor.
SoId by: Heating, plumbing and building supply retailers nationwide.
When was distributed: From 1992 through 1998.
Manufactured in: Canada
Remedy: Owners should turn the affected unit off, disconnect it from the power source and contact Nutech
R. Hldngs nc. as soon as possible.
Consumer Contact: Contact Nutech R. Hldngs nc by phone at 1-866-557-0535 or www.hrvinfoline.com.
Remarks: The affected units are certifed to Canadian Standards by Canadian Standards Association
(C.S.A.). For more information about C.S.A. product certifcation process please visit: http://www.csa-inter-
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An HRV, installed near your furnace, is a compact, electrically-powered unit designed to improve air quality
inside your home in an energy effcient manner. The HRV typically has dimensions of 33 x 19 x 15 (refer to
fgures 5 to 8).
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Maytag RecaIIs Dishwashers Due to Heating EIement Fire Hazard
June 3, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Maytag Corporation has announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Dishwashers
Units: Approximately 160,000 dishwashers were distributed in Canada, of which 60,000 were distributed in
Ontario.
Manufacturer/Importer: Maytag Corporation
Hazard: An electrical failure in the dishwasher's heating element can pose a serious fre hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: Maytag has received 12 reports of dishwasher heating element failures that resulted in
fres and dishwasher damage, including one report of extensive kitchen damage from a fre. No injuries have
been reported.
Description/ModeIs: The recall includes Maytag, Amana, Jenn-Air, Admiral, Magic Chef, Performa
by Maytag and Crosley brand dishwashers with plastic tubs and certain serial numbers. The affected dish-
washers were manufactured with black, bisque, white, silver and stainless steel front panels. The brand name
is printed on the front of the dishwasher. The model and serial numbers are printed on a label located inside
the plastic tub on a tag near the left side of the door opening. Serial numbers will start or end with one of the
following sequences:
SERAL number STARTING with OR SERAL number
ENDING with
NW39, NW40, NW41, NW42,
NW43, NW44, NW45, NW46,
NW47, NW48, NW49, NW50,
NW51, NW52, NY01, NY02, NY03,
NY04, NY05, NY06, NY07, NY08,
NY09, NY10, NY11, NY12, NY13,
NY14, NY15, NY16, NY17, NY18,
NY19
JC, JE, JG, JJ, JL,
JN, JP, JR, JT,
JV, JX, LA, LC,
LE, LG, LJ, LL,
LN, LP, LR, LT,
LV, LX, NA, NC,
NE, NG, NJ, NL,
NN, NP, NR
SoId by: Department and appliance stores and by homebuilders nationwide.
When was distributed: From February 2006 through April 2010 for between $250 and $900.
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Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: f you have an affected dishwasher you should:
Stop using the dishwashers immediately.
o nform all potential users in your home that the use of this product could result in a fre.
o Disconnect the electric supply to the dishwasher by shutting off the associated fuse or
circuit breaker, if there is a chance that someone in your home could turn it on.
Contact Maytag to verify if your dishwasher is included in the recall and arrange for corrective action:
o Schedule a free in-home repair; or
o Ask Maytag about their rebate program for impacted consumers.
Consumers should contact Maytag directly and not return the recalled dishwashers to the retailer where it
was purchased as retailers are not prepared to take the units back.
Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Maytag toll-free at (800) 544-5513 anytime, or visit the
frm's Web site at www.repair.maytag.com.
Remarks: Some of the recalled models are certifed to Canadian Standards by Underwriters Laboratories
nc. The remaining recalled models are certifed to Canadian Standards by Underwriters Laboratories nc. and
by CSA nternational. For more information about the product certifcation process at Underwriters Laborato-
ries nc. and CSA nternational please visit: www.ul.com or www.csa-international.org respectively.
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GeneraI EIectric Company (GE) RecaIIs Certain GE Front Load Non-Heater
CIothes Washers
June 10, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that General Electric Company (GE) has announced a
voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immedi-
ately.
Name of Product: GE Front Load Washing Machines
Units: 32,955 sold in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: GE Appliances & Lighting, Louisville, KY.
Hazard: A wire can break in the machine and make contact with a metal part on the washtub while the ma-
chine is operating, posing fre and shock hazards to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: GE is aware of seven instances including one instance in Canada in which fames have
escaped the unit and caused minor smoke damage. No injuries have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: This product is a front load washing machine without auxiliary water heating manufac-
tured from December 2006 until February 1, 2010. The models and serial numbers of the units involved are
located on the bottom right side and on the bottom door frame of the washers.
Brand ModeI
Number
Begins
With:
SeriaI Number
Begins With:
GE GBVH5 AM, AR, AS, AT, DM,
DR, DS, FM, FR, FS,
GM, GR, GS, HM, HR,
HS, LM, LR, LS, MM,
MR, MS, RM, RR, RS,
SM, SR, SS, TM, TR,
TS, VM, VR, VS, ZL,
ZM, ZR, ZS
SoId by: Department and retail stores nationwide from December 2006 through May 2010 for approximately
$700 per unit.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the washing machine, unplug it from the electrical outlet
and contact Mabe Canada for a free repair. Consumers should not operate their washer until the unit is re-
paired.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Mabe Canada toll-free at 877-861-1315 between
7:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Eastern time Monday through Friday, or contact Mabe Canada at servicerequest@
mabe.ca.
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Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information about UL prod-
uct certifcation process please visit: http://www.ul.com.
GBVH5 ModeIs not recaIIed have different controI
appearance
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Eaton/ CutIer-Hammer RecaIIs SMICRO6 Series Surgetrap" Surge Protectors
June 8, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Eaton has announced a voluntary recall of the fol-
lowing products. Owners and operators with recalled surge protectors installed should take steps to initiate
replacement of the devices immediately.
Name of Product: This potential issue impacts 3 styles of SMCRO6 Series Surgetrap Surge Protectors
sold between January 1, 2009 and May 21, 2010.
Manufacturer/Importer: Eaton Corporation
Hazard: The Surge protector may experience an internal short circuit when inserting a plug into one of the
six outlets on the surge protector. n the event that this occurs, the surge protector may emit a spark and/or
smoke. An internal fuse is designed to provide protection if this condition occurs.
ncidents/Injuries: No injuries or damage reported.
ModeIs: SMCRO6C, SMCRO6T, SMCRO6TC
SoId by: Authorized Eaton Distributors
When was distributed: Between January 1, 2009 and May 21, 2010.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Owners and operators of the affected units should stop using them immediately. Steps should be
taken to initiate replacement by contacting the supplier from whom they were purchased, and ask for replace-
ments for the product by Catalog Number, and Quantity.
Contact Information: Eaton authorized distributors; Eaton Customer Service (800-268-3578) or the Perth
Returns Centre @ PRCReturns@Eaton.com
Remarks: The affected units are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information about the UL
certifcation process please visit: www.ul.com.
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DeViIbiss Air Power Company RecaIIs Pressure Washers and Compressors Using
Pneumatic Tires With PIastic Tire Hubs
June 18, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that DeVilbiss Air Power Company has announced a vol-
untary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: DeVilbiss Air Power Company Pressure Washers and Air Compressors.
Units: Approximately 11,715 units were shipped for distribution in Canada, approximately 10,587 of which
were shipped for distribution in Ontario.
Manufacturer/Importer: DeVilbiss Air Power Company
Hazard: The pressure washers and air compressors have pneumatic tires with plastic hubs that can break,
posing fracture and laceration hazards to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: DeVilbiss has received more than 100 injury reports, including hand and fnger fractures
and lacerations, minor property damage, and damage to vehicles. n Canada, there have been two alleged
incidents with one report of personal injury and one report of property damage.
Description/ModeIs:
Excell Pressure Washer Models: XR2500-1, XR2600, XR2600-1, XR2750-1, XR2600-2
PORTER-CABLE Pressure Washer Models: PC2525SP-1, PCE1700-2, PCH2401-1, PCK3030SP-1,
PCV2250-2, PCE1700-3, PCV2500, PCH2800C, PCH2425-2
Delta Pressure Washer Models: DTH2450, DTT2450, DTH2450-1, D2400H-2, D2700K-1, D2400H-3,
D2750H
Simoniz Pressure Washer Model: S2600
Water Driver Pressure Washer Model: WHAB2627-1
Pressure Wave Pressure Washer Models: PWH2500, PWH2500K
PORTER-CABLE Compressor Models: C3151-1, C3551-1, CFFR350B-1, PTA51 Service Kit
SoId by: Home centers and hardware stores nationwide.
When was distributed: Recalled pressure washers were sold from January 2004 through November 2005.
The recalled air compressors were sold between December 2004 and October 2006.
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these products immediately and contact DeVilbiss to obtain the loca-
tion of the nearest service center to receive a free replacement of the tires.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact DeVilbiss toll-free at (866) 323-9867 between 8 a.m.
and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the frm's website at www.devap.com.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by either UL or ETL. For more information
about UL and ETL product certifcation process please visit www.ul.com or www.intertek.com.
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Siemens RecaIIs MoIded Case Breakers HandIe and ShieId
June 18, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Siemens Canada Limited has announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Users should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Siemens Sentron Molded Case Breakers, Type: JD/LD/LMD
Units: 150 units across Canada.
Manufacturer: Siemens ndustry nc.
Importer: Siemens Canada Limited
Hazard: n some situations, the circuit breaker could fail which could lead to property damage or serious
personal injury, including death.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported in Canada.
Description/ModeIs: Affected products manufactured from March 12, 2009, through April 2, 2009, utilized an
incorrect lubricant in the handle area of the affected products. The lubricant will cause a deterioration of the
plastic handle and associated handle shield. This deterioration can be great enough to cause crystallization,
resulting in cracking or breakage of the plastic parts. n some cases, the breakage may result in the creation
of an opening to live internal parts. Depending on the severity of the cracking and the size of any potential
opening, hot gasses may be expelled through this opening during an interruption of higher level fault currents.
The affected products are circuit breakers, circuit breaker frames, motor circuit interrupters, and molded
case switches with type designations JXD2-A, JD6-A, JXD6-A, HJD6-A, HJXD6-A, HHJD6, HHJXD6, CJD6-
A, SJD6-A, SHJD6-A, SCJD6-A, JXD6-A ET, CJD6-A ET, LD6-A, LXD6-A, HLD6-A, HLXD6-A, SLD6-A,
SHLD6-A, SCLD6-A, HHLD6, HHLXD6, CLD6-A, LXD6-A ET, LMD6, LMXD6, HLMD6, and HLMXD6.
SoId by: Siemens Canada Limited and affliated distributors.
When was distributed: March 12, 2009- August 31, 2009.
Manufactured in: Mexico
Remedy: Users that have the affected products should contact Siemens immediately to receive a replace-
ment Handle Kit.
Consumer Contact: Siemens Canada Limited
1-888-303-3353.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by CSA. For more information about CSA
product certifcation process please visit: www.CSA.ca.
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GeneraI EIectric Coffee Makers SoId in U.S. Stores OnIy RecaIIed by WaImart Due
to Fire Hazard
June 18, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Walmart has announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product sold at Walmart stores in the U.S. only. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: General Electric-branded 12-cup digital coffee makers.
Manufacturer/Importer: Walmart Stores nc., of Bentonville, Arkansas.
Hazard: The coffee maker can overheat, posing fre and burn hazards to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: Walmart has received 83 reports of overheating, smoking, melting, burning and fre, in-
cluding three reports of minor burn injuries to consumer's hands, feet and torso. Reports of property damage
include a signifcant kitchen fre and damage to countertops, cabinets and a wall.
Description/Models: Model No. 169164 (Black) and model No. 169165 (White).
Sold by: Walmart in the U.S only.
When was distributed: March 2008 through January 2010.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee makers and return the product to
the point of purchase.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Walmart at 1-800-925-6278 Monday through Friday,
or visit the frm's website at www.walmart.com
Remarks: The affected units were intended for sale and distribution in the U. S .only. However, the recalled
units are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information about UL product certifcation process
please visit UL Web site at: www.ul.com.
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Dritz" EIectric Scissors RecaIIed by Prym Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
June 18, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Prym Consumer USA has announced
a voluntary recall of the following consumer product in the U.S. Consumers should stop using recalled prod-
ucts immediately.
Name of Product: Dritz Quick Cut Electric Scissors
Distributor: Prym Consumer USA, of Spartanburg, S.C.
Hazard: The electric scissors can overheat, posing fre and burn hazards.
Incidents/Injuries: Prym Consumer USA has received two reports of the electric scissors igniting causing
minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Description/Models: The electric scissors are white and blue, about 10 long and include an AC adaptor.
Dritz is written on the handle on the blue grip.
SoId by: Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores and other craft stores nationwide from September 2009 through
February 2010 for about $50 in the U.S only.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Return the scissors to store where purchased or mail directly to Prym Consumer USA for a refund.
f mailing to Prym, please include the product, your complete name, mailing address and phone number in the
package and mail to Prym Consumer USA Recall Center, 950 Brisack Road, Spartanburg, SC 29303.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact the frm at 800-255-7796 Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET, by e-mail at customer.service@prym-consumer-usa.com or on the frm's website at
www.prym-consumer-usa.com.
Remarks: The affected units were intended for sale and distribution in the U. S .only. However, the recalled
units are sold with a power adaptor which is certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information
about UL product certifcation process please visit UL Web site at: www.UL.com.
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Superex Canada Ltd. recaIIs ACDeIco and Superex Power Inverters
JuIy 12, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Superex Canada Ltd. has announced
a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immedi-
ately.
Name of Product: ACDelco & Superex Power nverters
Units: ACDelco1000W 177 sold in Ontario
ACDelco 2500W 151 sold in Ontario
Superex 1000 W 19 sold in Ontario
Superex 1500 W 44 sold in Ontario
Superex 3000 W 45 sold in Ontario
Importer: Superex Canada Ltd.
Hazard: The affected products have not been tested to determine whether it is compliant with the Canadian
Standards for product safety and may pose a safety hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: None have been reported
Description/ModeIs: AC Delco model numbers 59-210U (1000W) and 59-225US (2500W), Superex model
numbers 50-310 (1000 W), 50-143 (1500 W) and 50-141 (3000 W).
Recall is on these specifc models and sizes only and does not include other models sold under the ACDelco
and Superex brands.
SoId by: TSC Stores, Home Hardware, Uni-select, UAP and other distribution centers
When was distributed: From January 2007 to May 2010
Manufactured in: Taiwan
Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the product. Customers should contact
Superex Canada Ltd. Technical Department for instructions on returning units
Consumer Contact: Consumers should contact Superex Canada Ltd Technical Department by phone at 1-
800-268-3319 ext. 254 or by e-mail at service@superex.com
Remarks: The recalled units are not certifed to Canadian Standards.
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Wagan Corp. RecaIIs Smart AC 120 USB Inverters
JuIy 12, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Wagan Corporation has announced
a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immedi-
ately.
Name of Product: Tech Smart AC 120 USB inverters.
Units: 2692
Manufacturer/Importer: Wagan Corporation
Hazard: The product is not authorized to bear the cETL mark and may pose a safety hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description/ModeIs: The product produces a 120Vac supply via a standard receptacle. The affected mod-
els have an ETL marking on the back of the package.
Sold by: Best Buy Canada and Modern Outpost.
When was distributed: March 18, 2008 and April 15, 2010.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Please bring it back to your retailer for replacement. Or contact manufacturer, Wagan Corporation,
for a replacement unit.
Consumer Contact: Wagan Corporation Customer Service 1-800-231-5806
customerservice@wagan.com
31088 San Clemente St.
Hayward, CA 94544, USA
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Ren's Feed & SuppIies Limited RecaIIs Grooming TabIes & Dryers
JuIy 16, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Ren's Feed & Supplies Limited has
announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled prod-
ucts immediately.
Name of Products (Descriptions and ModeIs):
#1800261 Metro AF Master Blaster
#1800224 Metro AF Twin Turbo Hi-Velocity Dryer
#4022500 DK Challengair Extreme 2500AMX Blue 2 Speed
#4022501 DK Challengair Extreme 2500AMX Black 2 Speed
#4022502 DK Challengair Extreme 2500AMX Variable Speed Black
#4022503 DK Challengair Extreme 2500AMX Variable Speed Blue
#4022000 DK Challengair Airmax Blue 2 Speed
#4022001 DK Challengair Airmax Black 2 Speed
#4022002 DK Challengair Airmax Variable Speed Black
#4022003 DK Challengair Airmax Variable Speed Blue
#4085000 DK Challengair Model 850 Stand Dryer
#4085010 DK Challengair Model 850 Box Dryer
#4090001 DK Challengair 9000 Stand Dryer
#4090000 DK Challengair 9000 Stand Dryer with Hose Kit
#6390030 BK K9 Dryer Black
#6390030 RD K9 Dryer Red
#9700101 R. Rover Electric Grooming Table Lighted 42
#9700106 R. Rover Electric Grooming Table 42
#7810001 Hanvey Bathing Beauty System
Units: 351 in total.
Manufacturer/Importer:
METRO/MJM Company
Double K/nvelop nc.
Electric Cleaner Company nc.
Hanvery Specialty Pet Engineering
Ren's Feed & Supplies Limited
Hazard: The products have not been tested to determine whether they are compliant with the Canadian Stan-
dards for product safety and may pose a safety hazard. Products do not display any authorized UL mark.
Incidents/Injuries: No injuries and/or damages have been reported.
Description/ModeIs:
SoId by: Ren's Feed & Supplies Limited
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When was distributed: October 2008 May 2010
Manufactured in: United States and China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the affected products immediately and contact Ren's Feed & Sup-
plies Limited to arrange return or repair of the product.
Consumer Contact:
Ren's Feed & Pet Supplies Limited
Scott Robinson
1-866-736-7738 x233
PIease view the photos on Page 2 and 3
#1800261 Metro AF Master Blaster #1800224 Metro AF Twin Turbo Hi-Velocity Dryer
#4022500 DK Challengair Extreme 2500AMX
Blue 2 Speed
#4022501 DK Challengair Extreme 2500AMX
Black 2 Speed
#4022502 DK Challengair Extreme 2500AMX
Variable Speed Black
#4022503 DK Challengair Extreme 2500AMX
Variable Speed Blue
#4022000 DK Challengair Airmax Blue 2 Speed
#4022001 DK Challengair Airmax Black 2 Speed
#4022002 DK Challengair Airmax Variable Speed
Black
#4022003 DK Challengair Airmax Variable Speed
Blue
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#4085000 DK Challengair Model 850 Stand Dryer
#4085010 DK Challengair Model 850 Box Dryer
#4090001 DK Challengair 9000 Stand Dryer
#4090000 DK Challengair 9000 Stand Dryer
with Hose Kit
#6390030BK K9 Dryer Black
#6390030RD K9 Dryer Red
#7810001 Hanvey Bathing Beauty System
#9700101 R. Rover Electric Grooming Table
Lighted 42
#9700106 R. Rover Electric Grooming Table 42
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MuItiCraft Imports Inc. RecaIIs Mini GIue Guns
JuIy 23, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that MultiCraft mports nc. has an-
nounced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products
immediately.
Name of Product: Craft E-Z Push Mini Glue Gun
Units: Approximately 25000 in Canada
Importer: Multicraft mports
Hazard: The product is not authorized to bear the cUL mark and may pose a safety hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description/ModeIs: Model GG800
Sold by: Dollar and Discount stores across Canada between $1.25 and $2.00.
When was distributed: Between August 2009 and June 2010.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Stop using the product immediately and return it to the place of purchase or discard it in accor-
dance with the local Regulation.
Consumer Contact: Multicraft mports by telephone: 1-866-323-9006 or visit the company's website at www.
multicraftimports.com
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MoIenaar LLC RecaIIs EIectroIuminescent Night Lights
August 16, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Molenaar, LLC has announced a voluntary recall of
the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Electroluminescent Night Light
Units: 11,650 in Canada.
Manufacturer: Molenaar, LLC
Hazard: Panel may melt or burn, resulting in risk of electrical shock or fre.
Incidents/Injuries: 4 incidents reported, resulting in minor smoke and property damage. No injuries have
been reported.
Description/ModeIs: Model #2017 (rectangular) and #2019 (house). Both models are white with a green-
glowing panel. 71980 U.S.A. is molded directly above the outlet blades on the back (see image below).
Sold by: Molenaar, LLC (M-i Line)
Distributed: September 2005 - September 2009
Manufactured in: USA
Remedy: Consumers are required to immediately remove product from use and discard safely in accordance
with all applicable local and provincial regulations.
Consumer Contact: Brett Franks
1 (800) 328-8944
601 ndustrial Drive SW
PO Box 777
Willmar, Minnesota USA 56201
Email: recall@miline.com
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by Underwriters Laboratories nc. For more
information about Underwriters Laboratories' product certifcation process please visit www.ul.com.
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WiIIiams-Sonoma RecaIIs Baby BottIe Warmers Due to Burn Hazard
August 30, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Williams-Sonoma has announced a
voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immedi-
ately.
Name of Product: Beaba Express Steam Bottle Warmer
Units: 7 units were sold in Canada (3 in Ontario; and 4 in BC).
Importer: Williams-Sonoma Canada, nc.
Hazard: Units may heat food or liquids to temperatures exceeding the target temperature of 98 degrees
Fahrenheit, posing a burn hazard to both children and adults.
Incidents/Injuries: The frm has received 10 reports in North America of the bottles overheating, including
one report of an adult who received a fnger burn from touching a hot bottle.
Description/ModeIs: This recall involves the Beaba Express Steam Bottle Warmer which uses steam to
heat baby bottles or baby food. The bottle warmer is green
with an orange temperature dial. Beaba is printed on the base and model number 9602 is printed on the
underside of the warmer.
SoId by: Williams-Sonoma retail stores in Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia.
When was distributed: June and July 2010.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bottle warmers and call Williams-Sonoma
for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Williams-Sonoma toll-free at (877) 548-0850 be-
tween 4 a.m. and 9 p.m. PT seven days a week or visit the frm's website at www.williams-sonoma.com.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by ntertek. For more information about
ntertek's product certifcation process please visit: http://www.intertek.com/
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DoIIarama RecaIIs LED Night Light BuIbs
September 17, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Dollarama has announced a voluntary recall of the
following consumer product in Ontario. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: LED Night Light Bulb
Units: 9519 in Ontario.
Manufacturer/Importer: Ningbo Homemate Products
Hazard: The affected products have not been tested to determine whether it is compliant with the Canadian
Standards for product safety and may pose an electrical or fre hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description/ModeIs: LED Night Light Bulb model #06-3000860
SoId by: Dollarama stores in Ontario for $1.
When was distributed: November 2007 May 2010
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers in Ontario should stop using the affected products immediately and return to Dollarama
for a refund.
Consumer Contact: For more information contact Dollarama at: 1-888-755-1006.
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Sharp RecaIIs LC32SB28UT LCD TV
September 28, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. has announced a
voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immedi-
ately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Sharp 32 LCD-TVs Model LC32SB28UT
Units: 990 in Canada
Manufacturer/Importer: Sharp Electronics Corporation of Mahwah, NJ Corporation
Hazard: The stand neck support can break, causing an injury hazard to the user.
ncidents/njuries: Sharp has not received any reports of injury or property damage.
Description/ModeIs: The LCD-TVs have 32 inch screens and have the model number LC32SB28UT. Af-
fected TV's are within the serial number ranges below, and bear manufacture dates of March 2010 through
April 2010. The model number, serial number and manufacture dates are located on a label on the back of
the display.
Affected Serial Number Ranges
002832837 002835190
04857501 - 004859020
04857501 - 004859020
004861401 - 004864020
004872001 - 004878800
No other model numbers or serial numbers are affected.
SoId by: Major Retailers
When was distributed: March 2010 through August 2010.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately contact Sharp to arrange for a free replacement of affected stand
neck supports.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, consumers should contact Sharp toll-free at 1-(800) 291-
4289 (available 24 hours per day, 7 days a week), or visit the frm's Website at www.sharp.ca then go to the
Press Release section.
Remarks: The affected TVs are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information about the UL
certifcation process please visit: www.ul.com.
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Innovage VoIuntariIy RecaIIs "Fix It" One MiIIion CandIe Power
RechargeabIe SpotIight
September 29, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that nnovage LLC of Foothill Ranch, California has an-
nounced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products
immediately.
Name of Product: Fix t One Million Candle Power Rechargeable Spotlight.
Units: 143,063 in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: nnovage Canada Ltd.
Hazard: The Spotlight charging adapter may overcharge the battery and cause venting or rupturing of the
cells posing a potential chemical hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported in Canada. Thirteen incidents involving property damage and/or minor
injuries including skin irritation have been reported in the United States. As with any chemical hazard, risk of
burn injuries or other related injuries can occur.
Description/ModeIs: The One Million Candlepower Spotlight is a halogen rechargeable spotlight.
SoId by: Door to door sales and small retail establishments including Federated Co-Operatives Ltd., Lawton
Drug and Sobey's Ontario.
When was distributed: Approximately March 2003 through May 2008 for approximately $10.00.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: nnovage will provide a full refund of $10.00 retail price for the product. For purchases made
above the retail price, additional refunds will be offered with valid receipts. Customers will be asked to return
the product, via a self addressed stamped envelope or box that will be provided. nstructions for facilitating
the refund and returns will be posted on www.spotlightrecall.org and will be available through the Call Center
at (888) 408-1140.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, please contact nnovage at (888) 408-1140 between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m. PST Monday through Friday, or visit www.spotlightrecall.org, or e-mail the frm at info@spotlight-
recall.org.
Remarks: The adapters for the recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more informa-
tion about the UL certifcation process please visit: www.ul.com
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Siemens RecaIIs Type "QP" PIug-In Circuit Breakers and X-Press Packs
October 4, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Siemens Canada Limited has an-
nounced a voluntary recall of the following products.
Name of Product: Siemens one pole and two poles plug in breakers, under Type designation QP. Siemens
Canada Limited also sells combination packages of potentially affected QP type breakers and loadcentres,
under designation X-Press packs.
Units: 70,000 breakers and 4,426 X-Press packs
Manufacturer/Importer: Siemens ndustry nc.
Hazard: Spring clips on mentioned Type QP plug in circuit breakers may break resulting in insuffcient elec-
trical connection. Over time, this may lead to excessive temperature, arcing or thermal damage. Such activity
may, in extreme situations, lead to property damage, or serious personal injury, including death.
Incidents/Injuries: One reported in U.S.A, None reported in Canada.
Description/ModeIs:
Only those Type QP breakers with catalogue (model) numbers Q115, Q120, Q130, Q215, Q230 and Q250
that were assembled in Mexico are affected.
The QP type breakers assembled in Mexico can be identifed by the black label on the front face of the break-
er and the black and white label on the left side the breaker. The Canadian manufactured type QP breakers
which are not in the scope of this recall can be identifed by a white front label and a white side label carrying
the marking Made in / fait au Canada.
n order to identify affected type QP breakers already installed in loadcentres please refer to the Product
dentifcation Sheet posted on the www.siemens.ca/breakerrecall website or call the Siemens Recall Hotline
below. Do not remove breakers from a loadcentre unless this is done by a certifed electrician!
SoId by: Siemens Canada Limited and affliated distributors / retailers.
When was distributed: June through August 2010
Manufactured in: Mexico
Remedy:
End-customers that have the affected or potentially affected products should contact Siemens immediately for
more information.
Consumer Contact: Siemens Recall Hotline 1-888-557-5588 or recall e-mail: q.recall.ca@siemens.com or
recall website www.siemens.ca/breakerrecall
Remarks:
The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by CSA. For more information about CSA product certi-
fcation process please visit: www.CSA.ca.
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Picture 2: Side view of type QP breakers with bIack and white IabeI on the Ieft side of breaker
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DoubIe K Industries RecaIIs Pet Dryers
October 13, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Double K ndustries has announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Challengair 2000, Challengair AirMax and Challengair Extreme Pet Dryers
Units: 340 in Canada.
Manufacturer: Double K ndustries
Hazard: The affected products have not been tested to determine whether it is compliant with the Canadian
Standards for product safety and may pose a hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Description/ModeIs: Challengair 2000 Dryer in variable speed and two speeds in Black and Blue, Challegair
AirMax Dryer in variable speed and two speed in black and blue. Challengair Extreme Dryer in variable speed
and two speed in black and blue.
SoId by: Ren's Pets, The Pet Supply House Colibris
Henry Schein Canada, R.and R. Sharpening, Treasure Coast Pet Products, Petcetera, Razor's Edge, DeBoer
Grooming Supplies and Frega.
When was distributed: January 1, 2005-September 1, 2010.
Manufactured in: USA
Remedy: Consumers should stop using products and contact Double K ndustries as directed below for
further instructions.
Consumer Contact: Double K ndustries
9711 Mason Ave
Chatsworth, CA 91311 USA
818/772-2887
800-821-9449
info@doublekindustries.com
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Sears Canada RecaIIs TabIe Iamp due to Fire Hazard
October 15, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Sears Canada nc. has announced a
voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immedi-
ately.
Name of Product: Touch Ceramic Font Accent Lamps
Units: There are a total of 1042 affected units in Canada of those 350 were sold in Ontario.
Importer/RetaiIer: Sears Canada nc.
Hazard: The lamps can overheat causing a fre hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: 1 incident with 0 injuries reported.
Description/Models: The 15 high Touch lamp has a high fred swirl ceramic body with polished brass plated
accents with a 3-level touch switch. The shade consists of a mushroom pleated fabric. The regular selling
price was $39.99 and the model number is 44395 053 (champagne colour).
When distributed: Between January 2007 and December 2008.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Sears urges consumers to stop using this product and return it to their nearest Sears store for a full
refund.
Consumer Contact: Sears National Customer Service Centre @ 1-800-26Sears (1-800-267-3277).
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BIack & Decker RecaIIs Random Orbit Sanders Due to Laceration Hazard
October 21, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Black & Decker (U.S.) nc. has an-
nounced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products
immediately.
Name of Product: Black & Decker Random Orbit Sanders
Units: Approximately 20,202 in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: Black & Decker (U.S.) nc.
Hazard: The black plastic disc (called the platen) that holds the sandpaper can fy off or break apart during
use and the disc, or pieces of the disc, can hit the user or those nearby, posing a laceration hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: Black & Decker has received 73 reports of incidents involving the sander's black plastic
disc (platen) breaking or falling apart, including 15 reports of injuries from fying pieces, one of which involved
a serious facial laceration.
Description/ModeIs: This recall involves Black & Decker random orbit sanders with model numbers RO400,
RO400G, RO400G-CA, RO410, RO410K, RO410K-CA, RO410LW, FD3000ROS, and FS3000ROS-CA and
date codes between 200701 and 200929. The sanders are orange and black. Black & Decker is printed on
the sanders. The model number is printed on a label on the sander. The date code is stamped on the under-
side of the sander where the dust bag is inserted.
SoId by: Home center, hardware, and discount stores, including Canadian Tire, Lowe's, and Wal-Mart, and
authorized Black & Decker dealers.
When was distributed: Approximately January 2007 through July 2009.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sanders and contact Black & Decker for a
free replacement platen to hold the sandpaper.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Black & Decker Customer Service at (866) 220-1767
between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the frm's website at www.blackanddecker.com.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by CSA nternational. For more information
about the CSA nternational product certifcation process, please visit: http://www.csa-international.org/
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MuIticraft Imports RecaIIs GIue Guns
October 25, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Multicraft mports nc. has announced a voluntary
recall for the following consumer products. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Craft Magnum Glue Gun 40W,
Craft Cannon Glue Gun 80W and Craft Quick Shot Mini Glue Gun 10W.
Number of Units: Approx. 35,000 in Canada.
Importer: Multicraft mports LTD.
Hazard: The product is not authorized to bear the cUL mark and may pose a safety hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
ModeIs:
TY- G1001 (GG600) Craft Quick Shot Mini Glue Gun 10W
TY- G4001 (GG500) Craft Magnum Glue Gun 40W
TY- G6008 (GG520) Craft Cannon Glue Gun 80W
SoId by: Dollar and Discount stores across Canada between $2.50 and $7.00.
When was distributed: Between September 2007 and August 2010.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the product immediately and return it to the place of purchase.
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Frigidaire and EIectroIux ICON EIectric Smoothtop Cooktops and SIide-In Ranges
RecaIIed Due to Fire Hazard
October 25, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that the Frigidaire Division of Electrolux
Home Products, nc. ("Frigidaire") has announced a voluntary recall (the "RecaII") of the following consum-
er products. Consumers should unplug and stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Products: Frigidaire and Electrolux CON Electric Smoothtop Cooktops and Slide-in Ranges
with rotary knobs and digital displays, as described in the chart below.
Number of Units: Approximately 28,000
Manufacturer: Frigidaire
Canadian Distributor: Electrolux Canada Corp.
Hazard: Liquids can pool under the control knobs and cause a surface heating element to turn on unexpect-
edly, heat to temperatures other than expected and then not turn off, posing a risk of fre and burn hazards to
consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: The company is not aware of any reports of serious injuries or substantial property dam-
age in Canada related to these issues.
Description/ModeIs: This recall involves Frigidaire and Electrolux CON Electric Smoothtop Cooktops and
Frigidaire Slide-in Ranges with rotary knobs and digital displays. Model and serial numbers for the slide-in
ranges can be found inside the oven door on the left side of the unit or on the underside of cooktop models.
The following model and serial numbers are included in this recall (the "Affected Units"):
FRIGIDAIRE SLIDE-IN UNITS
MODEL NUMBERS BEGINNING WITH THESE
LETTERS AND NUMBERS
SERIAL NUMBER RANGE
CGLES389EB NF501xxxxx-NF652xxxxx
CGLES389ES NF501xxxxx-NF652xxxxx
CGLES389FB NF601xxxxx-NF852xxxxx
CGLES389FS NF601xxxxx-NF952xxxxx
CPLES399EC NF501xxxxx-NF952xxxxx
GLES389EB NF501xxxxx-NF652xxxxx
GLES389EQ NF501xxxxx-NF652xxxxx
GLES389ES NF501xxxxx-NF652xxxxx
GLES389FB NF601xxxxx-NF952xxxxx
GLES389FQ NF601xxxxx-NF752xxxxx
GLES389FS NF601xxxxx-NF952xxxxx
LES389FE NF601xxxxx-NF652xxxxx
PLES389EC NF501xxxxx-NF952xxxxx
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PLES399EC NF501xxxxx-NF952xxxxx
FRIGIDAIRE COOKTOP UNITS
MODEL NUMBERS BEGINNING WITH THESE
LETTERS AND NUMBERS
SERIAL NUMBER RANGE
GLEC30S9EB NF501xxxxx-NF752xxxxx
GLEC30S9EQ NF601xxxxx-NF752xxxxx
GLEC30S9ES NF501xxxxx-NF652xxxxx
GLEC36S9EB NF501xxxxx-NF752xxxxx
GLEC36S9EQ NF501xxxxx-NF652xxxxx
GLEC36S9ES NF501xxxxx-NF752xxxxx
LEEC30S9FE NF601xxxxx-NF652xxxxx
LEEC36S9FE NF601xxxxx-NF652xxxxx
PLEC30S9EC NF501xxxxx-NF952xxxxx
PLEC36S9EC NF501xxxxx-NF952xxxxx
ELECTROLUX ICON COOKTOP UNITS
MODEL NUMBERS BEGINNING WITH THESE
LETTERS AND NUMBERS
SERIAL NUMBER RANGE
E30EC65ESS NF501xxxxx-NF045xxxxx
E36EC65ESS NF501xxxxx-NF045xxxxx
SoId by: Retailers across Canada.
Dates distributed: The Affected Units were sold in Canada from approximately January 2005 to August
2010.
Manufactured in: Canada
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using Affected Units, unplug the recalled ranges from the
electrical outlet or power off the cooktops at the circuit breaker. Contact the company for information on how
to obtain a free repair kit.
Consumer Contact: Consumers should call 1-800-777-9241 toll free between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and
10:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday to Saturday, or go to the following websites: www.cooktoprecall.ca or www.
rappeltablesdecuisson.ca (for Electrolux CON Models) or www.smoothtoprangerecall.ca or www.rappelcui-
sinieresurfacelisse.ca (for Frigidaire Models).
Remarks: The Affected Units are certifed to Canadian standards by the CSA. For more information about
the product certifcation process please visit: www.csa.ca
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Slide-in serial plate left side
of oven with door open
Cooktop serial plate underside of unit
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GE RecaIIs Certain GE Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard
October 27, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that GE Appliances has announced a voluntary recall of
the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: GE Profle and GE Monogram Dishwashers.
Units: 5,322 in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: GE Appliances/Mabe Canada nc.
Hazard: GE has determined that water condensation can drip onto the electronic control board, potentially
causing a short circuit resulting in an overheated connector. This poses a fre hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: GE has been made aware of fve reports of escaped fres, four of which in the US caused
damage to the kitchen counter-tops where the dishwashers were installed and one of which in Canada
caused damage to adjacent cabinets and smoke damage to the home. No injuries have been reported in US
or Canada.
Description/ModeIs: See chart below.
SoId by: Retail stores nationwide and appliance dealers.
When was distributed: January 2004 through December 2006.
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwasher, disconnect the electric supply
by shutting off the fuse or circuit breaker controlling it and inform all users of the dishwasher about the risk of
fre. Contact GE and Mabe Canada for a free in-home repair.
Consumer Contact: Consumers who have one of the recalled dishwashers and want more information or
to arrange free in-home repair should call the Mabe Canada Recall Hotline: 1-877-813-4942from 8:00 a.m.
to 7:30 p.m. Eastern time Monday through Friday, or e-mail Mabe Canada at servicerequest@mabe.ca to
request your free repair. Before you call, please write down the model and serial number of your dishwasher
and have it available for your reference. nformation on the recall can also be found on the Recall nformation
page at www.geappliances.ca/recall/index.jsp.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information about UL
product certifcation process please visit: www.ul.com
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Nature's Expression recaIIs SaIt Lamps
October 28, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Natures Expression has announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Salt Lamps
Units: 402 in Ontario and 1567 in the rest of Canada.
Manufacturer: Hub Pak Salt Refnery and Nature's Expression
Importer: Natures Expression
Hazard: The affected products have not been tested to determine whether it is compliant with the Canadian
Standards for product safety and may pose a safety hazard.
Incidents/Injuries None reported
Description: Style numbers STLPS, STLL, and STLXL. Natural, rough salt lamp, peach in colour, with cord
and bulb.
SoId by: Natures Expression
When was distributed: January 1, 2010 through October 5, 2010.
Manufactured in: Canada
Remedy: For retailers, please contact Nature's Expression to obtain a return tag, once certifed they will be
replaced. For consumers, you may return these to the store where they were purchased or contact Nature's
Expression directly.
Consumer Contact: Nature's Expression #4-11520 Voyageur Rd. Richmond BC V6X 3E1, 1-800-723-6403
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FrankIin EIectric RecaIIs Motor ControIIers for SubmersibIe Pump Systems
Due to Shock Hazard
November 1, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Franklin Electric has announced a voluntary recall of
the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Pumptec Electric Motor Controllers for Submersible Pump Systems.
Units: 760 units of this product were sold in Ontario and 4,217 units were sold in Canada.
Manufacturer: Franklin Electric Co, nc.
Hazard: n certain applications, the product label may lose adhesion which might expose certain circuitry. f
that occurred, it could be hazardous to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: Thirteen units with labels that were curling up at the edges have been returned to Frank-
lin Electric Co, nc. Franklin Electric has received no reports of any injuries or safety problems associated
with this condition to date.
Description/ModeIs: This recall involves the Pumptec electronic motor controller for 115v/230v submersible
motors rated 1/3 to 1 1/2 HP with model number 5800020600 and date codes of 06F45 through 09L45.
The model number and date code can be found on the nameplate label located on the right-hand side of the
enclosure.
SoId by: Franklin Electric sold the units to various distributors.
When was distributed: June, 2006 to November, 2009.
Manufactured in: United States of America.
Remedy: Consumers should not touch any openings of the units that are exposed due to label curling or
peeling, and should immediately contact their dealer for a free replacement cover.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Franklin Electric toll-free at (866) 841-6039 between
8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET daily or visit the frm's Web site at www.franklin-electric.com
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information about UL prod-
uct certifcation process please visit: www.UL.com
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Costco WhoIesaIe Canada Ltd. LED Lighted ScuIptures Due to Fire Hazard
November 4, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. has announced a
voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immedi-
ately.
Name of Product: LED Lighted Horse, LED Lighted Buck, LED Lighted Feeding Doe, LED Lighted Sleigh
and LED Lighted Lamp Post.
Units: 7,035 total units in Canada.
Importer: Seasonal Specialties LLC USA.
Hazard: Sculpture may ignite at the rectifer resulting in fre.
Incidents/Injuries: Two reports of fre involving the LED Lighted Horse.
ModeIs: Lighted Buck 910124, Lighted Doe 910124 Lighted Sleighs 910125, Lighted Horse 910126 and
Lighted Lamp Post 910186.
SoId by: Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd.
When was distributed: August 1, 2010 to October 28, 2010.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: The consumer should immediately discontinue the use of the LED lighted sculpture(s) and return
them to Costco Wholesale for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd., 415 West Hunt Club Road, Ottawa, ON K2E 1C5 or
call the customer service department at 1-800-463-3783.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by Underwriters Laboratories. For more
information about Underwriters Laboratories product certifcation process please visit: www.ul.com
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Pottery Barn recaIIs Lamps due to EIectricaI Shock Hazard
November 17, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Pottery Barn has announced a volun-
tary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Clay Task Lamp; Montgomery Task Lamp & Montgomery Floor Lamp.
Units: 42 units sold in Ontario; 72 units sold in Canada.
Importer: Pottery Barn Kids
Hazard: The electrical wire that runs through the lamps can be pinched or severed at the lamp's adjustable
joint, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: No injuries reported in Canada. One consumer received a mild shock in US.
Description/ModeIs:
Montgomery Task Lamp, model # 9691783; $179
Montgomery Floor Lamp, model # 9691775 $359
Clay Task Lamp, Model # 2374536; $99
SoId by: Pottery Barn retail stores
When was distributed: July 2009 to September 2010
Manufactured in: ndia
Remedy: Consumers should return the lamps to a Pottery Barn store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: Consumers should contact Pottery Barn at 877-851-7890 if they have questions.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information about the UL
product certifcation process please visit: www.ul.com
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Emerge TechnoIogies recaIIs iPod RetractabIe WaII Chargers
November 17, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Emerge Technologies has an-
nounced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products
immediately.
Name of Product: Retrak iPod retractable wall charger.
Units: 11,359 units in Ontario and 4,429 units in the rest of Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: Emerge Technologies, nc.
Hazard: The affected products have not been tested to determine whether they have been compliant with the
Canadian Standards for product safety.
Incidents/Injuries: There have been no injuries or damage reported.
Description/ModeIs: ETPODCHGW is a white wall charger with retractable cable. ETPODCHGWB is a
black wall charger with retractable cable.
SoId by: Best Buy, GEM-SEN Distribution, Micro Channel Management, Staples and Tiger Direct for $24.00.
When was distributed: Between August 2008 and October 2010.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Customer should contact Emerge Technologies directly by calling toll free: 877-499-6072 or fax:
972-456-4220 or by email: custserv@emergecorporate.com. Product to be returned to Emerge Technologies
and customer will receive a full refund, including shipping costs.
Consumer Contact: Lauren Hawkins at 877-499-6072 or custserv@emergecorporate.com
Address:
Emerge Technologies, nc.
306 Airline Dr. Suite 200
Coppell, TX 75019
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Big AI's Aquarium Services RecaIIs Aquarium Lights
November 17, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Big Al's Aquarium Services has announced a volun-
tary recall of the following consumer products. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Coralife AQ Pendant 150W HQ BLK and Coralife AQ T-5 F/W Light Fixture
Units: 1 Coralife AQ Pendant, and
36 Coralife AQ T-5 F/W Light Fixtures.
Manufacturer: Coralife
Importer: Energy Savers Unlimited
Hazard: The affected products have not been tested to determine whether it is compliant with the Canadian
Standards for product safety and may pose a safety hazard
Incidents/Injuries: None have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: CL AQ Pendant 150W HQ BLK Aquarium Light Fixture,
CL AQ T-5 COLORMAX/ 6700K 30 Aquarium Strip Light
SoId by: April 2009 until November 2010
When was distributed: April 2009 November 2010.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using product. Consumers who have purchased
the affected units from Big Al's Scarborough are being requested to contact the store and arrange for a prod-
uct refund.
Consumer Contact:
Big Al's Aquarium Supercenter
1295 Kennedy Road
Scarborough, Ontario
M1P 2L4
(416) 757-3281
Bruce Rosenberg
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Somfy RecaIIs Motorized Awnings Due to Shock Hazard
November 19, 2010
Toronto, ON The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Somfy ULC of Mississauga, On-
tario has announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using the
recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Motorized Awnings
Units: 143 in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: Somfy ULC of Mississauga, Ontario.
Hazard: The awning's motor power cable can be severed while the awning is opened or closed manually,
posing a risk of electrical shock to the user.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Description/ModeIs: This recall involves the Sunea CMO RTS motor used to operate retractable awnings.
The awning motor heads are silver and black coloured, andSomfy is printed on the motor head. Motor
heads that are entirely black in colour are not included in this recall. The Sunea CMO RTS model numbers
included in this recall are 525A2, 535A2 and 550R2. The model number is printed on a label on the motor
tube.
SoId by: Awning dealers and retailers in Ontario and Quebec.
When was distributed: From December 2009 through September 2010.
Manufactured in: France
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled awning motors and the awnings manual
crank and unplug and/or disconnect the electric supply by shutting off the fuse or circuit breaker controlling
the unit to protect against anyone using the awning. Contact Somfy ULC to receive free installation of a re-
placement awning motor by an authorized Somfy representative.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Somfy ULC at (800) 637-6639 between 8 a.m. and 5
p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the frm's website at www.somfysystems.com.
Remarks: The affected motors are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information about UL
product certifcation process please visit: www.ul.com
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Robert Bosch Inc. RecaIIs Bosch HD19 and HD21 Hammer DriIIs
Due to EIectricaI Shock Hazard
November 24, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Robert Bosch nc. has announced a voluntary recall
of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: 1/2 Hammer Drill
Units: 375 in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: Robert Bosch nc.
Hazard: The models have a grounding system and trigger switch that could cause ground wire abrasion
and/or ground connector failure. n addition, the switch trigger could become stuck in the on position posing
an injury hazard to the user.
Incidents/Injuries: No injuries or damage reported.
Description/ModeIs: Bosch 1/2 2-Speed Hammer Drill HD19-2, HD19-2D, HD19-2L & HD21-2.
SoId by: Various retailers including Lowes Canada and various distributors.
When was distributed: September 2009 to August 2010
Manufactured in: Switzerland
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the hammer drill and return the product to Robert Bosch
Tool Corporation for repair.
Consumer Contact: Contact Bosch at 1-866-244-2110 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Fri-
day or visit the frm's website at www.Boschtools.com.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information about UL
product certifcation process please visit: www.UL.com
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HD19-2, HD19-2D, HD19-2L & HD21-2 Hammer DriIIs
Manufactured with SeriaI Numbers beginning with:
987 988 989 990 991 992
001 002 003 004 005 006 007 008
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The Home Depot Canada RecaIIs HoIiday Light Strings
Due to the PotentiaI Risk for Shock or Fire
December 1, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that The Home Depot Canada has announced a
voluntary recall of the following consumer products. Consumers should stop using recalled products
immediately.
Name of Product: All 2010 Holiday LED light strings by Home Accents Holiday & Martha Stewart Living.
Units: Approximately 165,872 across Canada; 110,551 sold in Ontario.
Manufacturer: Heshan Yinyu Light Decoration Ltd.
Importer: The Home Depot of Canada nc.
Hazard: Exposed wiring on some products poses the potential risk for shock or fre.
Incidents/Injuries: One reported incident of exposed wiring.
Description/ModeIs: All Home Accent Holiday LED String Lights: 1000673901, 1000673855, 1000673903,
1000673904, 1000673870, 1000673892, 1000673721, 1000673878, 1000673723, 1000673715, 1000674121,
1000673720, 1000673719, 1000674120, 1000673908, 1000673713, 1000673722, 1000673863, 1000673880,
1000674122, 1000673902, 1000673718, 1000674123,and 1000673887.
All Martha Stewart Holiday LED String Lights:
1000673909, 1000673753, 1000673717, 1000673724, 1000673735, 1000673843, 1000673847, 1000673725,
1000673849, 1000673748, 1000673906, 1000673889, 1000673852, 1000673875, and 1000673885. **This
recall does not affect other holiday products sold under the Home Accents or Martha Stewart brands. These
numbers appeared on the boxes.
All 2010 Holiday LED light strings by Home Accents Holiday & Martha Stewart Living sold in The Home Depot
Canada stores are being recalled. The model number that appeared on the product is LED-PLE-18NC-XX-Z-
YY, where the XX stands for the number of bulbs, the Z for colour and the XX (between 2 and 5 alpha-numeri-
cal characters) denote the decorative outft, which is marked on a white label attached to the female end of
the power cord. The CSA nternational fle number 77218 is identifed on a red label attached to the string's
male plug cap.
SoId by: The Home Depot Canada at locations across the country.
When was distributed: October 1- November 18, 2010.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Customers should discontinue using the products immediately and return them to their local Home
Depot store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: The Home Depot at 1-800-668-2266 between 8a.m. and 8p.m. Monday through Friday.
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Remark: The light string's designs and models were initially certifed by CSA nternational but the affected
light strings produced and distributed were not manufactured in accordance with CSA nternational require-
ments, and therefore are no longer eligible to bear the CSA nternational certifcation mark.
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Diogen Lighting RecaIIs Westinghouse LED String Lights
SoId by ZeIIers Due to the PotentiaI Risk for Shock or Fire.
December 1, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Diogen Lighting nc. has announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Seasonal Decorative ndoor/Outdoor LED String Lights, Westinghouse brand.
Units: About 163,000 in Canada
Manufacturer: Heshan Yinyu Light Decoration Ltd.
Hazard: The products may have exposed wires upon removing the product from the packaging, which could
create a shock or fre hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: There have been no reports of any incidents or injuries.
Description/ModeIs: ndoor/Outdoor LED Light Strings with shrink-wrap husk construction full list of model
numbers below:
Zellers tem
No.
UPC Code tem Description White Label Model Number
82021957
0 98719010397 LED C6 2x70L Multi 4x4x4 Out-
door
LED PLE 18NC-70/2-M-
C6STB
82021874 0 98719015569
LED C7 25L 5Multi (R/PG/G/
B/O) 4x8x4 Green Wire CSA
Listed Outdoor in Non-Lit
LED-PLE-18NC-25-M-S149
63005987 400630059872
LED M5 100L 5Multi (R/PG/B/
Y/O) 4x4x4 Green Wire CSA
Listed Outdoor
LED PLE 18NC - 100/2-W-
PC
62978390 400629783900
LED C6 70L cicle Lights Pure
White White Wire CSA Listed
ndoor/Outdoor
LED-PLE-18NC-70/2-W-
C6STB
63006159 400630061592
LED C9 25L 5Multi (R/PG/O/B/Y
- 5 each & repeat) 4x8x4 Green
Wire CSA Listed Outdoor
LED-PLE-18NC-25-M-S149
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Zellers tem
No.
UPC Code tem Description White Label Model Number
72184708 400721847081
LED M5 100L Warm White
4x4x4 Green Wire CSA Listed
Outdoor in Non Lit Tray
LED PLE 18NC-100/4-W-
PC
63005953 400630059537
LED M5 100L PURE WHTE
4X4X4 GREEN WRE CSA
LSTED OUTDOOR
LED PLE 18NC-100/4-W-
PC
82021817 0 98719015521
LED C7 25L Pure White 4x8x4
Green Wire CSA Listed Outdoor
LED-PLE-18NC-25-W-S149
82021858 0 98719015583
LED C7 25L Warm White 4x8x4
Green Wire CSA Listed Outdoor
LED-PLE-18NC-25-W-S149
63006134 400630061349
LED C9 25L Pure White 4x8x4
Green Wire CSA Listed Outdoor
LED-PLE-18NC-25-W-S149
63006126 400630061264
LED C9 25L Blue 4x8x4 Green
Wire CSA Listed Outdoor
LED-PLE-18NC-25-B-S149
72186380 400721863807
LED C9 25L Red 4x8x4 Green
Wire CSA Listed Outdoor
LED-PLE-18NC-25-W-S149
63006050 400630060502
LED C9 25L Warm White 4x8x4
Green Wire CSA Listed Outdoor
LED-PLE-18NC-25-R-S149
82021700 0 98719016597
LED C9 25L 2Multi (Red/Pure
White) 4x8x4 Green Wire CSA
Listed Outdoor
LED-PLE-18NC-25-M-S149
84106934 400841069349
LED C7 3x25L 5Multi (R/PG/
G/B/O) 4x8x4 Green Wire CSA
Listed Outdoor in Storage Con-
tainer
LED-PLE-18NC-25-M-S149
84107019 400841070192
LED C7 3x25L Warm White
4x8x4 Green Wire CSA Listed
Outdoor in Storage Container
LED-PLE-18NC-25-W-S149
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SoId by: Zellers
When was distributed: From October to November 2010
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled LED string lights and return
them to the retailer for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers may contact Customer Service at 1-866-227-8465, or
by email: lightstringsrecall@gmail.com
Remarks: The light string's designs and models were initially certifed by CSA nternational but the affected
light strings produced and distributed were not manufactured in accordance with CSA nternational require-
ments, and therefore are no longer eligible to bear the CSA nternational certifcation mark.
The Red tag on the Iight string has the CSA FiIe number 77218 and the white cord IabeI has the modeI
number LED-PLE-18NX-XX-Z-YY or LED-PLE-20NC-XX-Z-YY, where the XX stands for the number of
buIbs, the Z the coIor and the YY (between 2 and 5 aIpha-numericaI characters) denotes the decorative
outt. See beIow picture:
The product bearing the above IabeIs wiII Iook simiIar to the foIIowing pictures.
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XS Cargo RecaIIs EIectric Food SIicer
December 15, 2010
Toronto, ON - The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that XS Cargo has announced a volun-
tary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: homeMAX Electric Food Slicer
Units: 3758 sold in Ontario and an additional 4894 sold in rest of Canada
Manufacturer: Yuyao Ocean rise Electronic Co. Ltd.
Importer: XS Cargo
Hazard: The recalled product is not authorized to bear the cETLus Certifcation Mark and may pose a fre
hazard.
Incidents/Injury: XS Cargo has been made aware of one incident involving fre damage to the product. No
injuries have been reported.
Description/Models: Model # CZTQ001, sku # 23664 homeMAX Electric Food Slicer Grey in colour.
SoId by: XS cargo store locations across Canada for $49.99.
When was distributed: January 2009 to October 2010
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Customers should immediately stop using the product and contact XS Cargo customer service or
return product to a store location for a full price store credit voucher.
Consumer Contact: For additional information email custservice@xscargo.com or visit website at
www.xscargo.com
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UPM Marketing RecaIIs Line VoItage Thermostats
December 14, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that UPM Marketing nc. has announced a voluntary
recall and product upgrade replacement of the following products. Affected devices are to be replaced im-
mediately.
Name of Product: Line Voltage Thermostats.
Units: About 1,000 sold in Ontario and 9,000 sold in the rest of Canada.
Manufacturer: W.H. Mandolyn nternational Ltd. (Hong Kong).
Importer: UPM Marketing nc.
Hazard: The unit may overheat and emit smoke, especially when the load has exceeded the specifed maxi-
mum rating.
Incidents/Injuries: 10 cases of minor smoke/soot damage to the wall surface reported.
Description/ModeIs: UPM models: HTM611A and HTM621, Noma models: HTM611A (52-2544-0) and
HTM621 (52-2545-8). Affected units were manufactured in 2008 and has serial number starting with 08.
Units with serial number not starting with 08 are not affected.
SoId by: Canadian Tire Corporation
When was distributed: Most of the affected units were distributed in 2008 and early 2009.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: f you have purchased or installed these products within the specifed time frame, contact the
Consumer Contact below to obtain the process of checking the serial number of the installed unit. f the
serial number starts with 08, then they should contact UPM Marketing immediately for a free upgraded unit.
Consumer Contact:
For additional information and product upgrade, contact Customer Support department of UPM Marketing nc.
at 1-888-468-6876. Email: info@upm-marketing.com
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by CSA nternational. For more information
about CSA nternational product certifcation process please visit: http://www.csa-international.org/Default.
asp?language=english
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Ryobi RecaIIs RTS20 Ten-Inch, PortabIe
TabIe-Saw Due to Injury Hazard
December 14, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Ryobi has announced a voluntary recall (the
Recall) of the following consumer product sold from July 2010 to October 2010. Consumers should stop
using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Ryobi Ten-nch RTS20 Table-Saw.
Number of Units: Approximately 427 in Canada.
Manufacturer: Ningbo Dalton Machinery ndustrial Company, Ltd., China.
Canadian Distributor: One World Technologies, nc.
Hazard: The motor carriage on the table-saw may have been damaged during transport, which could cause
the saw blade to become misaligned and create a laceration hazard for consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: The company is not aware of any reports of serious injuries or substantial property dam-
age in Canada related to these issues. However, the company received one report of a consumer in the U.S.
being hit by a piece of metal during the cutting operation.
Description/ModeIs: This recall involves the Ryobi RTS20 Table-Saw sold from July 2010 to October 2010
(the Affected Units). The table-saw has a blue base and warning label with the model RTS20 and the Ryobi
name printed on it and attached to the rear of the saw.
SoId by: Home Depot Canada.
Dates distributed: The Affected Units were sold in Canada from approximately July 2010 to October 2010.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers with Affected Units should contact Ryobi immediately to receive a free inspection of
their product and, if necessary, a free repair or replacement of their RTS20 Ryobi Table-Saw.
Consumer Contact:
For additional information, contact Ryobi at (800)-597-9624 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. EST, Monday through
Friday, or visit the frm's Web site at www.ryobitools.com.
Remarks: The Affected Units are certifed to Canadian standards by UL. For more information about the
product certifcation process please visit: www.ul.com
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Extech Instruments Corporation RecaIIs CIamp
Meters and MuItimeters due to Shock Hazard
December 15, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Extech nstruments Corporation has announced a
voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immedi-
ately.
Name of Product: Clamp meters and multimeters.
Units: Approximately 1077 sold in Canada.
Manufacturer: Extech nstruments Corporation
Hazard: n the case of an extremely weakened battery condition, the affected instruments may display a zero
or very low voltage reading while testing a live circuit with unsafe voltage.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description/ModeIs: CIamp meter modeIs:
EX612, EX613, EX622, EX623, and Multimeter modeIs: EX540, EX542 and EX570.
SoId by: ndustrial, electrical, HVAC, disaster restoration, and electronic distributors nationwide. For a com-
plete listing, click here: http://www.extech.com/instruments/distributors.asp?loc=int&cid=37
Suggested retail pricing for affected models is:
EX540 - $360
EX542 - $360
EX570 - $300
EX612 - $180
EX613 - $216
EX622 - $240
EX623 - $276
When was distributed: between February 1, 2008 and November 8, 2010
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: The affected products must be returned to Extech nstruments' offce at FLR Systems Canada for
free replacement. Customers must contact Extech via phone, 1-855-239-8324;
website, http://www.extech.com/recall; or email, recall@extech.com to register their recalled product. For
more information, you may use any of the below Consumer Contact.
Consumer Contact: Recall hotline: toll-free 1-855-239-8324 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Eastern time,
Monday through Friday Or Email recall@extech.com For more information, please visit: Recall website:
http://www.extech.com/recall
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Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by ntertek. For more information about
ntertek's product certifcation process please visit: http://www.intertek.com.
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Haier America Trading, L.L.C. RecaIIs Chest
Freezer SoId in US OnIy Due to Fire Hazard
December 17, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Haier America Trading, L.L.C. has announced a
voluntary recall of the following consumer product in the US. Consumers should stop using recalled products
immediately.
Name of Product:Chest Freezers
Manufacturer:Haier America Trading, L.L.C., New York, N.Y.
Hazard:A capacitor in the freezer's circuitry can overheat, posing a fre hazard.
Incidents/Injuries:Haier America has received reports of 18 incidents from consumers in the United States,
where about 67,500 units were sold, including four reports of fres with minor property damage, consisting of
smoke damage, damage to a wall, and food spoilage. There have been no reports of injuries.
Description/ModeIs:This recall involves Black & Decker Model BFE53 and Haier Model ESNCM053E 5.3
cubic foot capacity white chest freezers with serial numbers beginning with 1001 through 1007.
SoId by:Black & Decker Model BFE53 was sold in the United States exclusively at Wal-Mart and Haier Model
ESNCM053E was sold through Amazon.com and other retailers in the United States.
When distributed:January 2010 through October 2010 in the United States only.
Manufactured in:China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug their freezer and contact the company to schedule an ap-
pointment for a free repair to the freezer.
Consumer Contact: (877) 878-7579 or visit the frm's website at www.chestfreezerrecall.com
Remarks: The affected units were intended for sale and distribution in the U. S .only. However, the recalled
units are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information about UL product certifcation process
please visit www.ul.com
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BIack & Decker ModeI BFE53
Model number is
on label at the top
center of the back
of the freezer.
Model number is
on label at the top
center of the back
of the freezer.
Haier ModeI ESNCM053E
1004000001 1004000001
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American Tack and Hardware Co. Inc.
(AmerTac) RecaIIs Forever-GIo CyIinder
Nite Lites Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
December 17, 2010
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that American Tack and Hardware Co. nc. (AmerTac)
has announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer products. Consumers should stop using recalled
products immediately.
Name of Product: Forever-Glo Cylinder Nite Lites
Units: About 10 000 across Canada.
Manufacturer: Ningbo Shengye Electronics Co., Ltd.
Importer: American Tack & Hardware Co. nc., of Saddle River, N.J.
Hazard: An electrical short circuit in the night lights can cause it to overheat and smoulder or melt which can
burn consumers or result in a fre.
Incidents/Injuries: AmerTac has received nine reports from the United States of the recalled night lights
smoking, burning, melting and/or charring. No injuries have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: The recalled Forever-Glo Cylinder Nite Lite is a cylinder shaped night light with a
white base and clear top that plugs into the wall. Only Model Number 71107 with a manufacturer code of SY
is included in this recall. The model number and manufacturer code are printed on the back of the night light.
The light measures about 4 inches in height by 1- 1/2 inches wide and is about 1 inch thick.
SoId by: Rona stores across Canada
When was distributed: May 2009September 2010
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled night lights immediately. f the units are plugged into the
wall, remove the light from the wall socket. Contact AmerTac for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact AmerTac at (800) 420-7511 between 8 a.m. and 5
p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit AmerTac's website at www.amertac.com or www.recall-center.com
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by ntertek. For more information about
ntertek product certifcation process please visit: ntertek's Website: www.intertek.com
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001CiIek Canada RecaIIs Biconcept Racecar Bed
January 6, 2011
Toronto, ON - The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Cilek Canada has announced a vol-
untary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Biconcept Racecar Bed
Units: 3 units sold.
Manufacturer/Importer: Cilek
Hazard: The affected product has not been tested to determine whether it is compliant with the Canadian
Standards for product safety and may pose a safety hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: No injuries or damages reported.
Description/ModeIs: a kid's bed that has a shape of a race car, red colour, LED lights on the front.
SoId by: Cilek Canada from Cilek online store and retailers: Modern Furniture, Cozy Living, Simpo for
$1060.00
When was distributed: From August 2010 until September 2010.
Manufactured in: Turkey
Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug the tem from the outlet and contact Cilek Canada for fur-
ther instructions.
Consumer Contact: Julia Alexeeva at Cilek Canada by tel. 416-473-6787, address 9100 Jane St, unit 30,
Vaughan ON, M6K 0A4
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WaI-Mart Canada Corp. RecaIIs Durabrand
Panini Maker Due to Laceration Hazard
January 12, 2011
Toronto, ON -
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Wal-Mart Canada Corp. has announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Durabrand Panini Maker
Units: 1342 in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: Cuori Electrical Appliances Co. Ltd.
Hazard: The sides of the handles have sharp edges which may pose a laceration hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: One reported incident of a consumer received a cut during using the product.
Description/ModeIs: ndoor Grill with Panini press Model Number S663 P.
SoId by: Wal-Mart Canada Corp.
When was distributed: From October 2010 to November 2010.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the Panini Maker and return the product to any Wal-Mart
Canada Retail Store
Consumer Contact: Return to the nearest Wal-Mart Canada Retail Store for full refund.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by ntertek. For more information about
ntertek product certifcation process please visit: www.intertek.com
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WaI-Mart Canada Corp. RecaIIs Durabrand
Sandwich Maker Due to Laceration Hazard
January 12, 2011
Toronto, ON - The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Wal-Mart Canada Corp. has an-
nounced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products
immediately.
Name of Product: Durabrand Sandwich Maker
Units: 301 in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: Cuori Electrical Appliances Co. Ltd.
Hazard: The sides of the handles have sharp edges which may pose a laceration hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: None
ModeIs: S663F
SoId by: Wal-Mart Canada Corp.
When was distributed: October 2010 to December 2010.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the Sandwich Maker and return the product to Wal-Mart
Canada Retail Stores.
Consumer Contact: Return to the nearest Wal-Mart Canada Retail Store for full refund.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by ntertek. For more information about
ntertek US. product certifcation process please visit: www.intertek.com
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Sonias SaIon & Spa Systems RecaIIs Spa Equipment
January 12, 2011
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Sonia's Salon & Spa Systems has announced
a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products
immediately.
Name of Product: Spa Equipments
Units: 69 pieces.
Manufacturer: Sidu Corp, American nternational ndustries, Wahl Europe Ltd.
Importer: Sonia's Salon & Spa Systems
Hazard: The affected products have not been tested to determine whether it is compliant with the Canadian
Standards for product safety and may pose a safety hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: No injuries / damages have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: Anioksi Superturbo Hair Dryer 1800- 2300 W, Variable Speed Rotary Drill, Nail Dryer
Nail Dust Collector SD 39, Depilatory Heater SD 60 and SD 61, Nail Dryer LG, Best ron - Flat iron
Gigi Wax warmer 0225 CN, Wahl 300 Series Hair Clipper, Kebi Professional Flat iron, Tre Milano nstyler
Rotary ron, Sterilizing Pot - SD 71, and Nail Drill Set.
SoId by: Sonia's Salon & Spa Systems.
When was distributed: July 2010 to Dec 2010.
Manufactured in: USA and China
Remedy: Customers should immediately stop using the affected products and return them to a store location
for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: Sonia's Salon & Spa Systems
6790 Davand Drive, # 11, Mississauga, ON, L5T 2G5
Phone : 905-564-5267.
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WaI-Mart Stores Inc. RecaIIs EIectric
Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
January 18, 2011
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Wal-Mart U.S. has announced a voluntary recall
of the following consumer product that was sold in Wal-Mart U.S Stores only Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Flow Pro, Airtech, Aloha Breeze & Comfort Essentials Heaters.
Importer: Wal-Mart Stores nc., of Bentonville, Arkansas.
Hazard: The heaters can malfunction resulting in overheating, smoking, burning, melting and fre.
Incidents/Injuries: Wal-Mart U.S. has received 21 reports of incidents, which included 11 reports of property
damage beyond the heater. njuries were reported in four incidents, three of which required medical attention
for minor burns and smoke inhalation. The remaining incidents included smoke irritation, sparking or property
damage beyond the heater.
Description/ModeIs: This recall involves Flow Pro, Airtech, Aloha Breeze and Comfort Essentials 1500 watt
heaters. The heaters are grey with a metal handle on the top with vents and grey control knobs on the front.
The model number is 1013 and can be found on a label on the lower left corner of the back panel of the
heater.
SoId ExcIusiveIy at: Wal-mart stores in the U.S.only from December 2001 through October 2009 for about
$18.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heater and return the product to any Wal-
mart U.S store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Wal-Mart U.S. toll-free at (800) 925-6278 between 7
a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the frm's website at www.walmart.com
Remarks: The affected units were intended for sale and distribution in the U. S .only. However, the recalled
units are certifed to Canadian Standards by ntertek Testing Services. For more information about ntertek
Testing Services product certifcation process please visit ntertek Testing Services Web site at:
www.intertek.com
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Makita RecaIIs PortabIe Gas
Generators Due to Fire Hazard
January 21, 2011
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Makita Canada nc. has announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: G1700i 1700W portable gas generator.
Units: 677 in Canada
Manufacturer/Importer: Makita Canada nc.
Hazard: A crack may develop in the neck of the fuel tank and leakage of gasoline may occur.
Incidents/Injuries: No injuries or damage has been reported to date.
Description/ModeIs: Affected model is Makita brand model number G1700i nverter type portable genera-
tor. Case colour is Makita blue. Retail cost is approximately $1500.00. Affected serial numbers fall within the
following ranges:
#3000003#3000688
#3010003#3021505
#6000001#6017296
#8000001#8004382
SoId by: Access Rental, Home Hardware, Angelo's Electric Limited, Atlas Machinery Supply, Automotive Tool
Supply, Busy Bee Machine Tools Ltd., Castle Building Centres, Charles Jones ndustrial Ltd., Clark ndustrial
Wholesale, Contractors Rental Supply, Dixon Electric (Timmins) Ltd., Fastening House nc., G Cooper Equip-
ment Rentals Ltd., G. P. Mceachern Limited, Hansler Smith Limited, Hd Supply Canada nc., Home Depot Of
Canada nc., Hon-Mark Co Ltd., deal Supply Co Ltd, J. H. Varty Machinery Limited, Kelly Lake Bldg. Supp
Ltd., Lakeshore Mills Supply Limited, Markham nd & Trade Supp Ltd., Mark's Small Engine, Mississauga
Hardware Centre, Northfast Limited, Ottawa Fastener Supply Ltd., Resource Equipment Limited, Speed
Fastening Systems, St. Lawrence nd. & Safety, Tegs Tools & Machinery, The Tool Store Corp., Weber Supply
Company, Wfs Ltd. and William Knell & Co. Ltd.
When was distributed: Affected products were distributed between September 2003 and February 2009.
Manufactured in: Japan
Remedy: Consumers should stop using this product immediately and contact Makita Head Offce or a Makita
Canada nc. Factory Service Centre. Consumers will be instructed to send their generator to the nearest
Makita Canada Factory Service Centre to have a newly modifed fuel tank installed.
Consumer Contact: Call Makita Canada nc. Head Offce at 1-800-263-3734.
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Remarks:
The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by CSA. For more information about CSA product
certifcation process please visit www.csa.ca
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Schneider EIectric RecaIIs Xantrex GT
Series SingIe-Phase Grid Tie SoIar Inverters
January 21, 2011
Toronto, ON -
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Schneider Electric has announced a voluntary recall
of the following consumer product.
Name of Product: Xantrex GT series single-phase grid-tie solar inverters (60 Hz)
Units: 664 units have been shipped into Canada, of which 424 units have been shipped into Ontario.
Manufacturer/Importer: Xantrex Technology nc. (a subsidiary of Schneider Electric), Livermore, California
Hazard: A component of the inverter can degrade, causing out-gassing within the wiring compartment of the
inverter. When arcing occurs, gasses could build and force the compartment cover to be blown off. f the
cover is blown off with suffcient force it can injure the user or person, or cause damage to property in close
proximity to the inverter.
Incidents/Injuries: Schneider Electric has received fve reports of wiring compartment covers being blown
off. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: The recalled inverter converts solar photovoltaic voltages into utility grid voltages; allow-
ing the owner to feed power into the electrical grid. The recalled units were manufactured between September
2005 and August 2010. These products were sold under the Xantrex, Sunpower, and General Electric brands.
The brand name is printed on the front of the unit.
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The following part numbers are included in this recall:
864-0002 864-0126 864-1001-02 864-1012
864-0107 864-0127 864-1002 864-1013
864-0108 864-0128 864-1004 864-1014
864-0111 864-0130 864-1005 864-1015
864-0112 864-0131 864-1006 864-1016
864-0114 864-0132 864-1006-02 864-1018
864-0116 864-0133 864-1007 864-1019
864-0117 864-0135 864-1008 864-1021
864-0118 864-0136 864-1009 864-1022
864-0119 864-0139 864-1009-02 864-1032
864-0124 864-0140 864-1010 864-1032-02
864-0125 864-1001 864-1011
X-864-0002 X-864-0125 X-864-0140 X-864-1012
X-864-0107 X-864-0126 X-864-1001 X-864-1013
X-864-0108 X-864-0127 X-864-1002 X-864-1014
X-864-0111 X-864-0128 X-864-1004 X-864-1015
X-864-0112 X-864-0130 X-864-1005 X-864-1016
X-864-0114 X-864-0131 X-864-1006 X-864-1018
X-864-0116 X-864-0132 X-864-1007 X-864-1019
X-864-0117 X-864-0133 X-864-1008 X-864-1021
X-864-0118 X-864-0135 X-864-1009 X-864-1022
X-864-0119 X-864-0136 X-864-1010 X-864-1032
X-864-0124 X-864-0139 X-864-1011
SoId by: Solar distributors and system integrators nationwide and in the U.S. for between about $2500 and
$4000.
When was distributed: The products were distributed between September 2005 and January 2011.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: End users should immediately contact their authorized dealer to set up an appointment to get a free
repair of the inverter.
Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Xantrex Technology at (800) 714-7176 between 8:30 a.m.
and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by CSA nternational. For more information
about the CSA nternational product certifcation process please visit: http://www.csa-international.org/.
SoId by: Solar distributors and system integrators nationwide and in the U.S. for between about $2500 and
$4000.
When was distributed: The products were distributed between September 2005 and January 2011.
Manufactured in: China
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Remedy: End users should immediately contact their authorized dealer to set up an appointment to get a free
repair of the inverter.
Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Xantrex Technology at (800) 714-7176 between 8:30 a.m.
and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by CSA nternational. For more information
about the CSA nternational product certifcation process please visit: http://www.csa-international.org/
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MetaI Ware RecaIIs Food
Dehydrator Due To Fire Hazard
January 15, 2011
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Metal Ware has announced a voluntary recall of the
following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: NESCO American Harvest Gardenmaster Model FD-1020 Food Dehydrator
Units: 1192 in Canada, 4 of which were sold in Ontario.
Manufacturer/Importer: The Metal Ware Corporation, Two Rivers, Wisconsin
Hazard: A defective capacitor in the electronic control module could overheat, posing a smoke and fre haz-
ard.
Incidents/Injuries: NESCO received three reports of overheating resulting in smoke or fre. No injuries have
been reported.
Description/ModeIs: The recalled product includes a base with stackable trays to place food. The top of the
unit houses the electronic control module. Model number FD-1020 and production date codes: 09E 0610;
09E 0624; and 09E 0903 are molded into the underside of the dehydrator's electronic control module. Retail
price - approximately $140 US.
SoId by: National mass merchandisers and retailers and online at www.nesco.com and other websites.
When was distributed: July 2009 to January 2011.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact NESCO for instructions
on how to receive a free electronic control module.
Consumer Contact: For more information, contact NESCO at (800) 726-4457 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT
Monday through Friday or visit the frm's website at www.nesco.com
Remarks:
The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by ntertek Testing Services. For more information
about ntertek Testing Services product certifcation process please visit ntertek Testing Services Web site at:
www.intertek.com
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Hoover Inc. RecaIIs WindTunneI
BagIess Canister Vacuums
February 9, 2011
Toronto, ON - The Electrical Safety Authority in cooperation with Hoover, nc is notifying the public that
Hoover, nc. has announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop us-
ing recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: WindTunnel Bagless Canister
Units: 35,662 units in Canada and 20,680 units in Ontario.
Manufacturer/Importer: Hoover, nc.
Hazard: The power cord between the powered nozzle and the wand can short-circuit posing a fre and shock
hazard to consumers. This condition can occur even if the vacuum has been turned off but left plugged in.
Incidents/Injuries: n the United States and Canada, Hoover has received 69 reports (8 of which were
reported in Canada) of overheating or electrical malfunction, including one report of fre and smoke dam-
age, and two reports (one of which was reported in Canada) of carpet damage. There has been one report of
minor injury, namely a blister.
Description/ModeIs: The model S3755050 WindTunnel Bagless Canister (silver in color) was sold at retail
between $250 and $280. Affected vacuums may be identifed by the model number and serial number on the
product data label.
If the modeI number is S3755 on the IabeI and the
rst four digits of the seriaI number are one of
the numbers Iisted foIIowing chart, you have an
affected product.
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f your product is still in the carton, an affected product can be identifed by the model number located in the
lower right front panel of the carton and the carton date code may be found on lower back panel of the carton
(see FGURE B).
FRONT BACK
The six digits of the carton date code represent the Month, Day & Year of Manufacture (MMDDYY). AII
modeIs with carton date codes for the years 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 ( Iast two digits are 03, 04,
05, 06, 07) are affected. ModeIs with carton date codes for January through May 2008 are aIso
affected (01DD08, 02DD08, 03DD08, 04DD08, 05DD08)
SoId by:
Various retailers and dealers
When was distributed:
March 2003 through December 2008
Manufactured in:
China
Remedy:
Consumer with affected model should stop using the vacuumand contact Hoover for further instructions.
Consumer Contact:
f the consumer has an affected model, stop using it immediately and call 888-564-2066 between 8 a.m. and
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7 p.m. EST Monday through Friday, or visit our website at www.hoover.com/windtunnelcanisterrecall
Remarks:
The recalled Hoover WindTunnel Bagless Canister is certifed to Canadian Standards by Underwriters Labo-
ratories. For more information about
Underwriters Laboratories product certifcation process please visit: www.UL.com
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AmerTac RecaIIs Night Lights
Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
February 15, 2011
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that American Tack and Hardware Co. nc. (AmerTac)
has announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer products. Consumers should stop using recalled
products immediately.
Name of Product: Color Changing Night Light (Model No. 71193), AmerTac HiLo Night Light (Model No.
71194) and AmerTac HiLo Night Light (Model No.327879).
Units: Approximately 1,829 sold across Canada.
Manufacturer: Ningbo KML Electrical Co., Ltd.,
Importer: American Tack and Hardware Co. nc. (AmerTac) of Saddle River, NJ.
Hazard: An electrical short circuit in the night light can cause it to overheat and smoulder or melt which can
burn consumers or result in a fre.
Incidents/Injuries: AmerTac has received 19 reports from the United States of the night lights smoking, burn-
ing and/or charring, including reports of property damage and one report of a minor burn injury. AmerTac has
not received any reports of incidents with these night lights occurring in Canada.
Description/ModeIs: Three night light models are being recalled, model numbers 71193, 71194 and 327879.
All three models have KML, ETL, the model number and the AmerTacTM logo molded on the back of the
night lights' plastic housing. Model number 71193 is a square shaped, white plastic unit with a fat translucent
square window on the front and a button for changing the screen colour. Model 71194 and 327879 resemble
a computer mouse with white plastic housing and inset translucent windows on the front and sides.
SoId by:
Lowes Canada (locations across Canada)
Azcor Electronics nc. (Thornhill, ON)
Sundial Lighting (Vernon, BC)
Mountain High Lighting (Castelgar, BC) and
Vancouver Lighting (Richmond, BC).
When was distributed: April 2009 - January 2011.
Manufactured in:China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled night lights immediately and unplug them from the wall.
Contact the frm for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact AmerTac at (800) 420-7511 between 8 a.m. and 5
p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit AmerTac's website at www.amertac.com or www.recall-center.com
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The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by ntertek. For more information about ntertek prod-
uct certifcation process please visit: www.intertek.com
AmerTac" CoIor Changing Night Light-ModeI No. 71193
AmerTac" HiLo Night Light ModeI No. 71194
AND
AmerTac" HiLo Night Light ModeI No. 327879
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Cooper TooIs, LLC RecaIIs WeIIer
100 Watt SoIdering Irons
February 11, 2011
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Cooper Tools, LLC has announced a voluntary recall
of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Weller 100 watt soldering irons.
Units: There are approximately 16,150 affected units in Canada including approximately 7,140 in Ontario.
Manufacturer: The soldering irons were manufactured by Cooper Tools, LLC. The electrical cords used from
July 2006 through March 9, 2010 were manufactured by Gold Mark China Ltd. and the electrical cords used
from March 10, 2010 to May 12, 2010 were manufactured by -Sheng Manufacturing (Song Gang) Factory.
Hazard: The electrical cord attached to the iron can detach from the fex point at the base of the handle. f
the electrical cord fails while the product is in use and the cord is touching the user's skin, it could produce an
electrical arc that could cause a minor burn.
Incidents/Injuries: There have been three reported injuries, all of which were superfcial burns to the hand,
none requiring medical attention. Two of the reported injuries occurred in the United States of America and
one in Canada.
Description/ModeIs: Weller 100 watt, 120 volt, soldering irons model numbers W100PG, W100PGMX,
W100P3 and W100PD3 with date codes from July 2006 to May 2010. The date code is located on the heat-
ing element and is shown as MONTH YEAR (e.g. June 08). Once the unit is unplugged and cool, the heater
can be accessed by removing the fanged barrel that is secured to the handle by screws. f, for any reason,
you are unable to locate the date code, reference the ship dates below to determine whether returnable prod-
uct has been purchased.
SoId by: Authorized distributors nationwide from August 2006 through May 2010, for between approximately
$50 and $60.
When was distributed: The Weller 100 watt soldering irons were manufactured and sold to commercial dis-
tributors and shipped between July 1, 2006 through May 12, 2010.
Manufactured in: Mexico
Remedy: Consumers should contact Cooper Tools, LLC immediately for a free replacement soldering iron.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Cooper Tools, LLC at (800) 476-3030, ext. 1 between
8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the frm's website at
http://www.cooperhandtools.com.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information about UL
product certifcation process please visit: http://www.ul.com
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22Schneider EIectric Canada recaIIs
9001SKRU MuIti-Speed Push Button Units
due to the possibiIity of Misoperation
February 22, 2011
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Schneider Electric Canada has announced a
voluntary recall of the following industrial product. ndustrial customers should stop using recalled products
immediately.
Name of Product:
Square D brand model 9001SKRU-2, -3, -4 and -5 Multi-Speed Push Button Controller. These push buttons
may have been sold separately, or as part of a model SKYP pendant control station.
Units: There are 38 push button units in Ontario, and 12 in the remainder of Canada, for a total of 50 units.
Manufacturer/Importer: Schneider Electric Canada.
Hazard: t is possible that insuffcient lubrication may cause the pushbutton to not operate as designed. The
current-carrying contact carriers may not open the electrical circuit, or may not open or close the electrical
circuit in the correct sequence as expected.
Incidents/Injuries: No injuries or damages have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: Square D model 9001SKRU-2, -3,
-4 and -5 push button unit, date codes 1001 through 1041 only.
SoId by: Various electrical distributors.
When was distributed: Between January 1, 2010 and December 31, 2010.
Manufactured in: Mexico
Remedy: Customers should stop using the product immediately and contact Schneider Electric for return
instructions and free replacement pushbuttons.
Consumer Contact: Customers should contact the Schneider Electric Canada Recovery Administration team
at your earliest convenience.
Schneider Electric Canada
Product Recovery Administration
Phone: 1-866-333-1490
Fax: 1-866-587-4070
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by CSA. For more information about the
CSA product certifcation process please visit: www.csa-international.org
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Type SKRU push button assembly
Push button label showing catalogue number,
date code (1041) and CSA certification mark
Carton label showing catalogue number and date
code (1041)
The SKRU pushbutton may be
mounted in a SKYP pendant
control station
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Guangdong KeIon Air-Conditioner Co., Ltd.
RecaIIs Dehumidier Due to Fire Hazard
February 24, 2011
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Guangdong Kelon Air-Conditioner Co., Ltd. (Kelon)
has announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled
products immediately.
Name of Product: Dehumidifers
Units: Approximately 220,000 units sold in Canada.
Manufacturer: Guangdong Kelon Air-conditioner Co., Ltd.
Importer: Canadian Tire Corporation
Hazard: An electrical failure in the dehumidifer's circuitry can overheat, posing a fre hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: Kelon has received seven reports of dehumidifer electrical failures that resulted in fres,
smoke damage and property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Description/ModeIs: This recall involves the following 35 pint and 25 pint Whirlpool branded dehumidifer
models sold exclusively through Canadian Tire retail stores: AD25USV, AD25GUSW, AD35USV and AD-
35GUSW.
SoId By: Canadian Tire Corporation
When was distributed: From August 2007 through January 2011.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifers, unplug the unit, inform all
users of the dehumidifer about the risk of fre and contact Kelon to verify if their dehumidifer is included in the
recall. f the dehumidifer is included in the recall, Kelon will coordinate a repair with the consumer. Consum-
ers should not return the recalled dehumidifers to the retailer where purchased as retailers are not prepared
to take the units back.
Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Kelon toll-free at 1-800-660-0476 or visit the frm's web-
site at www.kelonrepair.ca
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by UL. For more information about UL prod-
uct certifcation processes, please visit: www.ul.com
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Groupe SEB Canada Inc. RecaIIs T-faI Maxi
Fry Deep Fryer Due to PotentiaI Fire Hazard
February 22, 2011
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Groupe SEB Canada nc. has announced a volun-
tary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: T-fal Maxi Fry Deep fryer.
Units: Approximately 14'000 units affected in Ontario, approximately 40'000 total in Canada.
Manufacturer/Importer: Groupe SEB Canada nc.
Hazard: Potential Fire hazard may exist due to overheating of a loose internal connection.
Incidents/Injuries: 117 incidents, overheated terminal blocks with kitchen countertops receiving minor dam-
age. No injuries were reported.
Description/ModeIs: Deep Fryer, models FF100250 and FF100651, colour: white, retail prices $60-$80.
This recall is only for T-fal Maxi Fry deep fryer with production date codes prior to the 19th week of 2005. Any
production date after week 19 of 2005 is not included in this recall.
SoId by: Canadian Tire Corporation Limited, Hart Store nc., Home Hardware Stores Limited, London Drugs,
Metro Richelieu nc. and The Northwest Company nc. When was distributed: Sold in Canada between 2003
2005.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers are advised to stop using immediately and contact Groupe SEB Canada's Consumer
Service for assistance and further action. Deep fryers will either be repaired or replaced.
Consumer Contact: Groupe SEB Canada's Consumer Contact Centre 345 Passmore Avenue, Scarborough,
Ontario, Canada. M1V 3N8, telephone: 1-800-418-3325.
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by CSA nternational. For more information
about CSA nternational product certifcation process please visit: www.csa-international.org
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Liebherr RecaIIs BuiIt-In Refrigerators
Due to Injury Hazard; Door Can Detach
March 3, 2011
Toronto, ON - The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Liebherr has announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Liebherr Built-n 30-nch Wide Bottom Freezer Refrigerators
Units: Approximately 1,320 in Canada.
Manufacturer: Liebherr-Hausgeraete Lienz GmbH of Austria
Importer: Liebherr-Canada Ltd of Ontario
Hazard: The refrigerator's door can detach, posing and injury hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: n Canada and the United States, Liebherr-Hausgeraete Lienz has received 10 reports of
doors detaching. No injuries reported.
Description/ModeIs: This recall involves Liebherr built-in 30-inch wide bottom freezer refrigerators with
model numbers and index numbers listed below. The refrigerators were sold individually or as a side-by-side
companion units. The refrigerators come in stainless steel and various custom fnishes and are built into the
kitchen cabinetry. Liebherr is written on the top interior control panel. The model number can be found on a
label located behind the bottom drawer on the left interior side of the single door refrigerator.
SoId by: Appliance and specialty retailers nationwide for between $4,400 and $5,000.
When was distributed: The models were manufactured and sold between February 2004 and January 2011.
Manufactured in: Austria
Remedy: Consumers with recalled refrigerators should contact Liebherr immediately to schedule a free in-
home repair. Consumers should Contact the frm for further instructions.
Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers may contact Liebherr toll-free at 1-888-543-2437 from
8AM to 5PM ET Monday through Friday or visit the frm's website www.liebherr.ca
Remarks: The recalled units are certifed to Canadian Standards by ntertek. For more information about
ntertek's product certifcation process please visit: www.intertek.com
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Location of the ModeI Number and Index Number
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R.E RoyaI Trading Inc. recaIIs
CurIing Irons and FIat Irons
March 23, 2011
The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that R.E Royal Trading nc. has announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer products. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.
Name of Product: Curling irons and Flat rons
Units: 311 sold in Ontario.
Manufacturer: HerStyler
Importer: R.E Royal Trading nc.
Hazard: The affected products have not been tested to determine whether it is compliant with the Canadian
Standards for product safety and may pose a shock or fre hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description/ModeIs: The Grande curling iron is a 30cm tourmaline ceramic curling iron without a clip. This
item comes in black, pink and purple color and is sold for approximately $149. The Colorful Seasons 1.5 inch
ceramic fat iron, comes in black, pink, purple, green and blue color and is sold for approximately $149.
SoId by: Hair Majesty's Style kiosks located in shopping malls across Ontario.
When was distributed: August 1, 2010 to December 15, 2010.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Hair Majesty's Style will exchange the products with the same products of a different brand.
Consumer Contact: R.E Royal Trading nc. at 1-888-800-9721.
Grande CurIing Iron
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Ontario NaturaI Food Co-op RecaIIs "BIues Buster"
Light BuIbs (incandescent and compact uorescent)
March 21, 2011
Toronto, ON - The Electrical Safety Authority is notifying the public that Ontario Natural Food Co-op has an-
nounced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products
immediately.
Name of Product: Blues Buster Light Bulbs all models.
Units: 22,300 in Canada.
Importer:
Ontario Natural Food Coop
5685 McLaughlin Rd
Mississauga, ON L5R 3K5
Ph 905-507-2021
Fax 905-507-2848
Hazard: The affected products have not been tested to determine whether they are compliant with the Cana-
dian Standards for product safety and may pose a safety hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: To date, no injuries have been reported.
Description/ModeIs:
Full Spectrum Light Bulbs
Blues Buster Light Bulbs - Clear 60 watt 12/1pk UPC 646304002175
Blues Buster Light Bulbs - Clear 100 watt 12/1pk UPC 646304002137
Blues Buster Light Bulbs - Frosted 60 watt 12/1pk UPC 646304002168
Blues Buster Light Bulbs - Frosted 75 watt 12/1pk UPC 646304002144
Blues Buster Light Bulbs - Frosted 100 watt 12/1pk UPC 646304002120
Blues Buster Light Bulbs - Vanity Clear 40 watt 12/1pk UPC 646304007132
Full Spectrum Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFL)
Blues Buster Light Bulbs - Compact Fluorescent 100 watt Replacement 12/1pk
UPC 646304091117
Blues Buster Light Bulbs - Compact Fluorescent 75 watt Equivalent 12/1pk
UPC 646304092022
Blues Buster Light Bulbs - Compact Fluorescent 60 watt Equivalent 12/1pk
UPC 646304093159
SoId by: Various retailers in Ontario, Quebec, Manitoba, and the Maritimes
When was distributed: Light bulbs: since Sep 2006 through February 2011; CFLs: since Mar 2008 through
February 2011.
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Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should disconnect and stop using the affected products immediately and return to place
of purchase for a refund or dispose of them in accordance with applicable waste regulations.
Consumer Contact: Ontario Natural Food Coop
Phone: 1-800-387-0354 (toll free)
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