CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2011-01-11

GE and Professional Series Brand Dehumidifiers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

11088 · Recalled 2011-01-11 · CPSC page

LOCATION OF BRAND NAME ("GE" or "Professional Series") SHOWN HERE:
LOCATION OF BRAND NAME ("GE" or "Professional Series") SHOWN HERE:

Description

This recall involves 30-pint and 40-pint portable dehumidifiers manufactured between November 2006 and August 2007, and during April 2008. The dehumidifiers are white with a front-loading water bucket. "GE" or "Professional Series" and digital controls are located on top of the dehumidifier. Model and serial numbers are located on the back of the dehumidifiers. Model and serial numbers included in the recall are: Brand Model Number Begins With: Serial Number Begins With: GE AHK30LK, AHW30LK, AHM30LK,AHK40LK, AHH40LK, and AHM40LK VL1, ZL1, AM1, DM1, FM1,GM1, HM1, LM1, MM1, RM1 CEM "Professional Series" PS78303 from C10102336010841 4100001to C10102336010841 5103037

Hazards

A component in the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

Midea and GE have received a total of 14 reports of incidents involving smoke and fumes emitting from the unit and eight reports of fires. In six of the reported fire incidents, property damage extended beyond the unit. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifiers and contact Midea to determine if their product is included in the recall. Consumers with recalled dehumidifiers will return their product to an authorized service center for a free repair. Consumers should not return the recalled dehumidifiers to the place of purchase.

Products

NameModelUnits
GE and Professional Series Brand DehumidifiersAbout 198,000

Parties

Manufacturer
GD Midea Air Conditioning Equipment Ltd.
Importers
GEA Products L.P., of Louisville, Ky., CEM Global LLC, of China (Professional Series)
Made in
China
Sold at
Walmart, Sam's Club, Home Depot, Menards, other retail from February 2007 through June 2009 for between $140, $180.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Midea toll-free at (877) 593-8721 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.recallverification.com

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Source: CPSC recall 11088. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.