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Manual Motor starter
Official notice
4 Aug 2026
Last checked
23 Oct 2026
An official Safety Korea notice concerns Manual Motor starter. ᄋ For products with specific production date codes (Date Code: W2615, W2616, W2617, W2618), it has been observed that non-compliant (non-standard) internal components may have been used. ᄋ As a result, the operation of the bimetal may be impaired, causing the trip mechanism to become stuck, and consequently, in the event of overload, the thermal trip may fail to operate properly, creating a risk of product overheating. ᄋ After identifying this potential issue and conducting a thorough risk assessment in accordance with an established methodology, it was concluded that the possibility of property damage or personal injury under the above conditions cannot be completely ruled out. Published 2026-08-05.
What to do now
ᄋ If the date code of the relevant product (MS116 0.63A–12A) is W2615, W2616, W2617 or W2618, immediately stop using it and contact ABB Korea to have the product inspected and receive replacement or return measures.
Official notice
2026-08-05
The hazard
The hazard
ᄋ For products with specific production date codes (Date Code: W2615, W2616, W2617, W2618), it has been observed that non-compliant (non-standard) internal components may have been used. ᄋ As a result, the operation of the bimetal may be impaired, causing the trip mechanism to become stuck, and consequently, in the event of overload, the thermal trip may fail to operate properly, creating a risk of product overheating. ᄋ After identifying this potential issue and conducting a thorough risk assessment in accordance with an established methodology, it was concluded that the possibility of property damage or personal injury under the above conditions cannot be completely ruled out.
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