AS OF APRIL 21st 2014
In cooperation with the US Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, White-Rogers is undertaking a corrective action plan that affects the 1F8X-04XX model thermostats. White-Rogers has determined that there is a potential fire hazard if the thermostat is used with a “C” wired connection to the HVAC 24 VAC transformer and the AA alkaline batteries in the thermostat leak. The affected models are pictured below.
If you believe you purchased a faulty unit please call the White-Rodgers toll free # 1-888-624-1901 or visit www.regcen.com/1f8recall/ to register a faulty thermostat online. Please do not hesitate to contact Aloha AC with any questions.