Recalls / 2005-04-05

CPSC, DESA Heating Products and Scheu Manufacturing Co. Announce Recall of Propane Heaters

05148 · Recalled 2005-04-05 · CPSC page

Description

DESA and Scheu portable propane infrared (tank top) heaters with the following model names and number are involved in this recall: All-Pro (SPC-15R & SPC-30R), Reddy Heater (HD15A & HD30A) and MASTER (TT15A & TT30A). Reddy, ALL-PRO and Master Heaters imported by DESA have serial numbers between 016,000,000 and 016,159,999. All-Pro heaters imported by Scheu have serial numbers beginning with a "C" or "D" prefix. The model and serial numbers are on the carton and on the heater. The designation "Made in China" is on the carton and warning label attached to the heater. This recall involves only heaters made in China with the serial numbers listed above and does not include those made in Mexico or in China with different serial numbers. The heaters made in Mexico have the same or similar model numbers, but show "Made in Mexico" on the carton and warning label and use the prefix "M" in the serial number. There have been no problems with the Mexican heaters and they are not to be returned.

Hazards

The plastic ring on the heater's regulator can crack, causing gas to leak out if the propane tank and heater regulator are turned on. This can create a fire hazard if an ignition source is present.

Reported injuries

The firms have received four reports of incidents involving minor burns to the hand and two cases of minor property damage.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using this heater immediately. The firm is out of business. A remedy is no longer available. Consumers should discard the product.

Products

Name	Model	Units
"ALL-PRO", "Reddy Heater" and "MASTER" Infrared (Tank Top) Propane Heaters		About 88,000

Parties

Importers: DESA Heating Products, of Bowling Green, Ky., Scheu Manufacturing Co., of Upland, Calif.
Made in: China
Sold at: Home centers, hardware, from September 2002 through January 2005, for, $120.

Consumer contact

The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).

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Source: CPSC recall 05148. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.