CPSC2006-01-26
Fire Hazard with Oscillating Heater Sold in Wal-Mart Prompts Recall
King of Fans Inc., of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Hazard
The wires inside the oscillating heater can short circuit and spark, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these heaters and unplug them. Return the recalled heaters to a Wal-Mart store for a full refund.
Sold at
Wal-Mart stores nationwide from August 2005 through December 2005 for about $40.
Affected count
About 75,000
Injuries reported
King of Fans has received 31 reports of heaters smoking or sparking, and one report of a house fire. There have been no reports of injuries.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Maxi-Heat™ Dream Tower Heater
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact King of Fans toll-free at (866) 443-1291 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. E.T., Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.kingoffans.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Fire-Hazard-with-Oscillating-Heater-Sold-in-Wal-Mart-Prompts-RecallDon't want to check this manually?
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