PRA number
2009/10783
Published date
Product description
The coolers were manufactured and sold in Australia from 28 August 2000 to 21 November 2003.
The evaporative coolers consist of cooling pads, and axial fan and motor assembly, a control box, pump and solenoid valve mounted on a metal chassis with a metal enclosure with is mounted on top of a roof. These units use water stored in the base of the unit which is pumped into a distribution system within the unit’s roof that directs the water to the cooling pads through which air is drawn and cooled. This air then passes into a system of ducts within the roof space to provide cooling.
The evaporative coolers consist of cooling pads, and axial fan and motor assembly, a control box, pump and solenoid valve mounted on a metal chassis with a metal enclosure with is mounted on top of a roof. These units use water stored in the base of the unit which is pumped into a distribution system within the unit’s roof that directs the water to the cooling pads through which air is drawn and cooled. This air then passes into a system of ducts within the roof space to provide cooling.
Reasons the product is recalled
The water circulating pump in these units may fail and, in extremely rare cases, property damage and/or personal injury may result.
The hazards to consumers
Fire
What consumers should do
Stop operating the unit and contact Brivis on 1800 043 214 or visit their dedicated website at www.brivisadcoolerrework.com.au so that arrangements can be made to carry out the required rework free of charge.
Supplier
Brivis Australia Pty Ltd
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Energy Safe (VIC) is the responsible regulator for this recall.
