CPSC2010-02-25
Climate Control Footrests Recalled by Fellowes Due to Fire Hazard
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Hazard
The footrest's fan can become blocked and overheat when used in the upright position, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heated footrest and contact Fellowes to arrange for the return and replacement of the product or a full refund.Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heated footrest and contact Fellowes to arrange for the return and replacement of the product or a full refund.
Sold at
Business to Business resellers only, including Office Depot Business Services Division, SP Richards, Staples Advantage, United Stationers, Tri-Mega, and WW Grainger. These products were not sold in retail locations. The footrests sold from October 2009 through January 2010 for about $73.
Affected count
About 1,000
Injuries reported
No injuries were reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Fellowes Climate Control Footrests
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Fellowes at 800-955-3344 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT or visit the firm's Web site at www.fellowes.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Climate-Control-Footrests-Recalled-by-Fellowes-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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