CPSC2007-08-30
Berko Electric Toe-Space Heaters Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
Berko Electric, of Peru, Ind., now known as Marley Engineered Products, of Bennettsville, S.C.
Hazard
If the fan stops working and the heater continues to run, the unit can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately turn off the heater at the thermostat and, if possible, at the home's circuit breaker or fuse. Consumers should contact Marley to determine if they have a recalled heater and for further instructions.
Sold at
Berko Electric wholesale distributors nationwide from 1972 through February 1985 and Emerson Electric wholesale distributors from 1980 through February 1985 for between $70 and $170.
Affected count
About 84,000
Injuries reported
Marley has received 29 reports of fires resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Toe-Space Electric Heaters
Consumer contact
For additional information, call Marley at (800) 642-4328 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.berkomep.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Berko-Electric-Toe-Space-Heaters-Recalled-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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