CPSC2002-10-08
CPSC, Thrifty Paper Co. Announce Recall of Electric Fans
Thrifty Paper Co. Inc., of Hempstead, NY
Hazard
These electric fans have undersized wiring, use a power plug that is not polarized, overheat and have an improperly sized grill, all of which could cause electrocution, electric shock, fire, and finger entrapment hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these electric fans immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. Consumers can also return the fans to the firm for a full refund, by mailing the unit to: 110 West Graham Ave., Hempstead, N.Y., 11550.
Sold at
Discount and variety stores in the metropolitan New York area sold these electric fans, from April 2000 through June 2002, for between $10 and $15.
Affected count
About 26,000
Injuries reported
CPSC and Thrifty Paper Co. have not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Electric Fans
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Thrifty Paper Co. toll-free at (888) 281-3281 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Thrifty-Paper-Co-Announce-Recall-of-Electric-Fans-Don't want to check this manually?
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