CPSC2004-06-03
CPSC, Electrolux Home Products Announce Recall of Air Conditioning/Heating Units
Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio
Hazard
The heating coil in the units can be damaged during assembly, causing an electrical short and overheating, which poses a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the units immediately and contact Electrolux for a free inspection and repair, if needed.
Sold at
Independent dealers, builders, and remodelers, between June 2003 and September 2003, for about $500.
Affected count
5,800
Injuries reported
Electrolux has received two reports of incidents, though there have been no injuries.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Room Air Conditioning and Heating Units
Consumer contact
Call Frigidaire toll-free at (866) 335-1754 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Electrolux-Home-Products-Announce-Recall-of-Air-ConditioningHeating-Units-Don't want to check this manually?
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