Recalls / 2009-07-16
Steam Cleaners Recalled by Thane International Due to Shock and Burn Hazards
09279 · Recalled 2009-07-16 · CPSC page
Description
The H2O Mop is an electrically-powered appliance for cleaning a variety of floor surfaces that uses microfiber or disposable cloths on a cleaning head through which steam is dispersed. H2O Mops are white with a purple water tank with the "H2O" and "M" symbol printed on the top of the cleaning head. The model numbers of affected units are 808.092 and OEM-TV-001. This recall only includes H2O Mops with the following reference numbers printed on the label on the back of the product: 200709198 to 200803148 or H20M1000 to M-H20M1198.
Hazards
The power cord can unexpectedly wear down and expose the wiring, posing a shock and burn hazard to consumers.
Reported injuries
Thane has received 10 reports of incidents involving shock injuries and eight reports of incidents involving burn injuries.
Remedy
The company is no longer in business and the remedy is no longer available. Please destroy and discard this recalled product.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| H2O Mop Steam Cleaners | About 580,000 |
Parties
- Distributor
- Thane International, Inc., of La Quinta, Calif.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- through its televised shopping program;, by retailers nationwide
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Source: CPSC recall 09279. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.