Recalls / 2006-01-26
Fire Hazard with Oscillating Heater Sold in Wal-Mart Prompts Recall
06075 · Recalled 2006-01-26 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled model is CH920. The ceramic portable electric heaters are the oscillating tower type. They are gray and have a control panel attached to the top of the unit. "Maxi-Heat™" is printed on the control panel. The model number is printed on the ETL label on the bottom of the back side of the unit.
Hazards
The wires inside the oscillating heater can short circuit and spark, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Reported injuries
King of Fans has received 31 reports of heaters smoking or sparking, and one report of a house fire. There have been no reports of injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these heaters and unplug them. Return the recalled heaters to a Wal-Mart store for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Maxi-Heat™ Dream Tower Heater | About 75,000 |
Parties
- Distributor
- King of Fans Inc., of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Wal-Mart from August 2005 through December 2005 for about $40.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact King of Fans toll-free at (866) 443-1291 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. E.T., Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.kingoffans.com
Source: CPSC recall 06075. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.