Product description
WU-ES7 Electronic Countdown Ballast used in WU-UV water filtering systems.
Water filtering systems which may include the WU-ES7 are:
- WU-UV100
- WU-UV150
- WU-UV200
- WU-UV250
Affected units will have Part Number WU-ES7 printed on the ballast.
See a list of details to help identify the product.
Reason the product is recalled
Affected ballasts may have a fault that can cause a short circuit. The ballast may activate an RCD when started or short circuit and emit smoke or sparks.
The hazards to consumers
There is a risk of serious injury or death from electrocution and risk of serious injury, death or property damage from fire.
What consumers should do
Consumers should immediately disconnect the ballast from the power supply.
Check the part number on the left side of the ballast.
If the part number is WU-ES7, consumers should contact Puretec on sales@puretecgroup.com or by phone on 1300 140 140 to arrange a replacement ballast for the UV system.
Details to help identify the product.
Supplier running the recall
Identifying numbers
SKU
Dates available for sale
Where the product was sold
Manufacturer country ID
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2024/20178 when contacting a regulator about this recall.
Recall and remedy questions
Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:
- a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
- concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.
Product questions
Speak to the Office of the Technical Regulator (SA) if you have a question about the reason the product is recalled or the hazards to consumers.