Residential elevators with electro mechanical door locks (EMDLs)
Published August 3, 2016
Summary
CPSC records recall 16238, published August 3, 2016. Recalling firm: Porta Inc., of Arlington Heights, Ill.; Reported units: About 60,000.
What's the hazard
The plastic locks can allow the landing door to open before the elevator car arrives, posing a serious fall hazard to consumers attempting to board the elevator.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using elevators equipped with the electro mechanical door locks and contact their elevator service company to have the plastic locks replaced with metal parts.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Porta Inc., of Arlington Heights, Ill.
- Manufacturer
- Porta Inc., of Arlington Heights, Ill.
- Distributor
- Elevator manufacturers nationwide from January 2005 through December 2011 for between $20,000 and $40,000.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Residential elevators with electro mechanical door locks (EMDLs) recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 16238 on August 3, 2016. Reported hazard: The plastic locks can allow the landing door to open before the elevator car arrives, posing a serious fall hazard to consumers attempting to board the elevator.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using elevators equipped with the electro mechanical door locks and contact their elevator service company to have the plastic locks replaced with metal parts.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Porta Inc., of Arlington Heights, Ill..