Recalls / 2013-05-15

Optimus Recalls Portable Electric Heaters Due to Fire Hazard

13191 · Recalled 2013-05-15 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves two models of Optimus Infrared Quartz Radiant heaters with model numbers H-5210, produced in 2011 and H-5211, produced in 2012. The model number and the year of production appear on a label on the back of the heater. The recalled heaters are white and are approximately 12-inches wide by 13-inches tall by 6-inches deep. "Optimus" is printed on the top left of the heater. The control knob is located on the top right side of the heater.

Hazards

The heater design can fail to prevent ignition of nearby combustible materials that come in contact with the unit, posing a fire hazard to the consumer.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Optimus to request a free replacement heater. Consumers have the option of a comparable ceramic heater or new model quartz radiant heater, model H-5510, which will be available after August 2013.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Portable Infrared Radiant Quartz Electric Space Heaters		About 355,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Dongguang Hong-Hwa Electric Co. Ltd.
Importer: Optimus Enterprise Inc., of Anaheim, Calif.
Made in: China
Sold at: Best Buy Market Place, Family Dollar, Heartland, Northern Tool, Rite Aid, other, online at Amazon.com, ebay.com, Walmart.com, $30.

Consumer contact

Optimus Enterprise Inc. toll-free at (888) 672-5832 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.optimusent.com and click on "recall" for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at return.optimus@gmail.com.

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Source: CPSC recall 13191. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.