CPSC2011-03-10
Wall Mount Fireplaces Recalled by Southern Enterprises Due to Fire and Fall Hazards; Sold Exclusively by Home Shopping Network
Southern Enterprises Inc. (SEI), of Coppell, Texas
Hazard
Heat from the operating unit causes the plastic mounting screws to deform causing the unit to fall from the wall, posing a fall and fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and call SEI for a corrective retro fit kit that will be sent free of charge.
Sold at
Home Shopping Network between October and November 2010 for about $250.
Affected count
About 6,000
Injuries reported
SEI has received reports of 21 incidents of the product detaching from wall and falling, heat damage, and/or fire. Two reports of personal injuries, including a knee injury and broken toes.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Colin Cowie Gel-Fuel Wood Fireplaces
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact SEI at (877) 858-4959 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.seidal.com/retrofit
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Wall-Mount-Fireplaces-Recalled-by-Southern-EnterprisesDon't want to check this manually?
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