Recalls / 2012-06-19

Air Movers Recalled by EDIC Due to Fire Hazard

12199 · Recalled 2012-06-19 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves air movers/blowers that are used to dry floors in homes and other buildings. "Aqua Dri" is printed on the top of some of the air movers. Model "3004AD" or model "3004ADxxx" (with additional letters) is printed on the serial number plate on the back of the units. Model numbers with "N" are not included in this recall. The air movers' plastic housing measures about 18 inches high by 18 inches long by 18 inches deep and has a 25-foot yellow electrical cord.

Hazards

The air mover/blower's internal electrical capacitor can fail and overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

EDIC is aware of four incidents involving fires that resulted in property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Users should immediately stop using the recalled air movers/blowers and contact EDIC for a free repair kit to be installed by users.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Air movers/blowers		About 53,000

Parties

Manufacturer: EDIC
Made in: United States
Sold at: Flood remediation contractors, other service professionals nationwide, $285.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (888) 289-8720 between 8:30 a.m. through 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, by fax at (323) 667-0144, by email at recall@edic-usa.com or visit the firm's website at www.EDIC-USA.com

Source: CPSC recall 12199. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.