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The CPSC and Schneider Electric Technical have recalled Square™ D QO™ Plug-on-Neutral Load Centers, which are known as Load Centers, Breaker Boxes, Electrical Panels.  These defective electric breaker load centers overheat leading to burn and fire hazards.  About 1.4 million of these gray boxes have been sold in the US and about 289,000 were sold in Canada.  They have date codes between 200561 and 220233, were manufactured between February 2020 and January 2022.  They were sold at authorized Schneider Electric distributors and home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and online including Home Depot, Lowe’s, and Menard’s.  They were installed in homes, recreational vehicles, and commercial establishments including restaurants, manufacturing facilities, warehouses, commercial lighting, and in other locations.  If you recently had an electric panel installed, check the inside panel door for the date code.  If your unit may be recalled or if you are uncertain, contact Schneider Electric at 1-888-778-2733 moo arrange for an inspection of the panel by trained electricians to determine whether repair or replacement is required.  

 

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Schneider-ElectricTM-Recalls-1-4-Million-Electrical-Panels-Due-to-Thermal-Burn-and-Fire-Hazards

 

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