CPSC2002-03-07
CPSC, Hunter Fan Co. Announce Recall of Humidifiers
Hunter Fan Co., of Memphis, Tenn.
Hazard
The motors in these humidifiers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these humidifiers and unplug them immediately. Call Hunter at any time, to arrange for a free replacement part or refund.
Sold at
Discount, hardware and lighting stores; wholesale clubs; home centers; catalogs; and various online stores sold these humidifiers nationwide, from August 2000 through February 2002, for between $50 and $120.
Affected count
About 100,000
Injuries reported
Hunter Fan has received nine reports of the humidifiers' motors overheating, including one incident involving minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Humidifier
Consumer contact
Hunter can be reached toll-free at (800) 207-5982. For more information, consumer can log on to the company's website at www.hunterfan.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Hunter-Fan-Co-Announces-Recall-of-HumidifiersDon't want to check this manually?
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