Recalls / 2020-03-19

Hawthorne Hydroponics Recalls Grower's Edge Vaporizers Due To Burn, Shock and Fire Hazard

20095 · Recalled 2020-03-19 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves the Deluxe and Commercial models of the Grower's Edge Vaporizer sold by Hawthorne Hydroponics LLC for use in hydroponic growing. The Deluxe vaporizer has a yellow, aluminum body and adjustable vaporizing cup, and the Commercial model has a stainless steel plate and adjustable vaporizing cup. The following model numbers, which are visible on the packaging, are included in the recall: Model Model Number UPC Deluxe Vaporizer 704050 870883005795 Commercial Vaporizer 740650 870883000608

Hazards

The vaporizers can overheat, and the vaporized materials can pose a burn risk if spilled or cause a fire if they fall onto a combustible surface. The Deluxe model vaporizer also poses an electrical shock hazard if a consumer touches a small copper piece at the base of the vaporizer while in use.

Reported injuries

Hawthorne received 11 reports of overheating or fire, 9 for the Deluxe and 2 for the commercial model. Hawthorne has received one report of property damage as a result of vaporizer use, apart from damage to the vaporizer itself. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vaporizers and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund in the form of store credit.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Grower's Edge Vaporizers		About 60,000 (In addition, about 340 in Canada)

Parties

Importers: Hawthorne Canada Limited in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada, Hawthorne Hydroponics LLC, in Vancouver, Wash.
Made in: Israel, China
Sold at: Hawthorne Hydroponics dealers nationwide, including hydroponic, indoor specialty gardening stores, online, $140.

Consumer contact

Hawthorne Hydroponics toll-free at 855-913-1678 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.growers-edge.net/ and click on “Recall Notice” or https://www.growers-edge.net/page/recall-notices.

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Source: CPSC recall 20095. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.