CPSC2011-07-28
Honeywell Recalls Electric Baseboard and Fan Heater Thermostats Due to Burn Hazard
Honeywell International Inc., of Morris Township, N.J.
Hazard
The thermostats can overheat, causing them to melt and smoke. This poses a burn hazard to the consumer.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled thermostats by setting the thermostats to 45 degrees or turning them off. Only models with a "B" in the model number have an off switch. Consumers should contact Honeywell for a free replacement installed by Honeywell.
Sold at
Home improvement stores, HVAC and electrical stores, and contractors from January 2000 to December 2007 for between $80 and $300.
Affected count
About 77,000
Injuries reported
Honeywell has received 16 reports of thermostats melting. There have been no reports of injuries.
Manufactured in
Singapore
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Electric Baseboard and Fan Heater Thermostats
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Honeywell toll-free at (888) 235-7363 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT. Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at http://www.yourhome.honeywell.com/T4700
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Honeywell-Recalls-Electric-Baseboard-and-Fan-Heater-Thermostats-Due-to-Burn-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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