CPSC2008-08-28
Countertop Water Dispensers Recalled by Greenway Home Products Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
Greenway Home Products, of Northwood, Ohio
Hazard
The internal heating element could overheat and drop molten metal through ventilation openings in the water dispenser's base onto the countertop, posing a fire hazard. The internal heating element also poses a shock hazard to consumers who touch it through the vents.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled water dispensers immediately and contact Greenway Home Products to receive a free repair.
Sold at
Discount retailers nationwide from June 2006 to November 2007 for between $70 and $80.
Affected count
About 44,000
Injuries reported
Greenway has received one report of a fire involving the recalled countertop water dispenser outside the United States that resulted in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Countertop Water Dispensers
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Greenway Home Products toll-free at (866) 279-0088 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.greenwayhp.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Countertop-Water-Dispensers-Recalled-by-Greenway-Home-Products-Due-to-Fire-and-Shock-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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