CPSC2003-06-05
CPSC, Weather Works Announce Recall of Electric Heaters
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Hazard
The electric heater can overheat internal plastic components and damage the wiring, posing a fire and electrocution hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should return the unit to the firm for a full refund plus cost of postage. The heater should be mailed to: 2340 NW 102nd Place, Miami, FL 33172.
Sold at
Retail chain stores in Florida, such as The Andersons, Chase-Pitkin Home and Garden, and Florida Hardware, from June 2002 through March 2003 for about $20.
Affected count
2,400
Injuries reported
Weather Works has received one report of a heater smoking and starting a fire, though no injuries were reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Weather Works Ventilaire Electric Heaters
Consumer contact
Weather Works at (866) 369-4170 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Weather-Works-Announce-Recall-of-Electric-Heaters-Don't want to check this manually?
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