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08-26-2009, 07:05 AM
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Appliance news and Recalls
Maytag Expands Fridge RecallTue, 2009-08-25 10:40. Sandy Salerno Maytag has expanded its recall of some of its refridgerators because an electrical failure in the relay can cause overheating and pose a serious fire hazard. The original recall was issued on March 10th, 2009, and included about 193 thousand units. About 17-thousand units have now been added to the recall list. The units in question were sold at department and appliance stores and homebuilders from September 2000 to May 2004. The recall includes certain Maytag, Magic Chef, Performa by Maytag abnd Crosley brand side-by side and top freezer refridgerators manufactured in black, white, stainless steel and bisque. The affected units have model and serial numbers printed on a label located on the top middle or left upper side of the refridgerator liner. The have the following model and serial number combinations: Serial Numbers ENDING with AND Model Numbers BEGINNING with Side-by-side CN, CP, YY, YZ MZ Top Freezer CA, CC, CE, CG, ZB, ZD, ZF, CT15G4, CTB152, CTL151, CTM152, Refrigerators ZH CTN151, MTB195, MTB215, MTB245, MTF195, MTF215, PTB155, PTB175, PTB195, PTB215 No injuries have been reported in Canada. For more information, contact Maytag toll-free at (866) 533-9817 or visit the firm's Website at http://www.repair.maytag.com/ Maytag will offer a free in-home repair. winner of the 2007 2008 AND 2009 Angie's List Super Service Award © ~~ in the top 5 % of all appliance servicers nationwide Posted by Thare187 - "I'm the loser? There is a coupon here for a free haircut and some diet deals. Good luck!" sent in a rep comment Posted by proro1974 - i'm smarter than you. what do you want me to do about that?.... Don't trust me, check with TakeTheActive "It is said , That some suffer from insanity. I, however, choose to enjoy it!" |
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08-26-2009, 07:10 AM
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http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prere...09292.html
NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 30, 2009 Release # 09-292 Firm’s Recall Hotline: (800) 734-4519 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 Firm’s Media Contact: (614) 761-2633 Sear’s Recall Hotline: (888)-549-5870 Frigidaire Recalls Clothes Washers Due to Fire Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Crosley®, Frigidaire®, Kelvinator®, Kenmore®, Wascomat®, and White-Westinghouse® clothes washers Units: About 35,000 Distributor: Frigidaire, of Cleveland, Ohio Hazard: An internal defect in the washer’s drain pump can cause heat to build up, posing a fire hazard to the consumer. Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or injuries have been reported. Description: This recall involves the Crosley®, Frigidaire®, Kelvinator®, Kenmore®, Wascomat®, and White-Westinghouse® top load washers, 3.1 cubic foot front load washers and laundry centers. Top load washer = open the product’s lid, and the model and serial number are located inside the product’s lid, on the top, right hand corner. Front load washer = open the door, and the model and serial number are located with other information at the top, center. Laundry center = open the door to the dryer, and the model and serial number are located on the outer edge of the door nearest the door’s handle. Sold by: Sears and other retailers nationwide from February 2009 through May 2009 for between $300 and $1100. Manufactured in: United States Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the machine. Consumers should contact Frigidaire or Sears (if unit was purchased there) to schedule a free repair. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Frigidaire at (800) 734-4519 between 8 a.m. and 11 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.laundrypumprecall.com. For consumers who purchased their product at Sears, call Sears toll free at (888) 549-5870 between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, or visit Sear’s Web site at www.sears.com CPSC is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about it by visiting https://www.cpsc.gov/cgibin/incident.aspx |
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08-26-2009, 08:40 AM
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Thanks for the heads up BE
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08-26-2009, 08:56 AM
It was incredibly easy to get it fixed. Went to thier site, and setup an inhome appointment in a few minutes. They let me pick who I wanted to fix it from a selection of local repair shops and when. Easiest recall I have ever gone through. 
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08-27-2009, 05:33 AM
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http://finance.yahoo.com/news/Sea...l?x=0&.v=1
Sears Canada Advised of a Potential Safety Hazard Relating to Frigidaire(R) and Kenmore Elite(TM) Smoothtop Freestanding Electric Ranges * Press Release * Source: Sears Canada Inc.; Recalls * On Wednesday August 26, 2009, 9:00 am EDT * Companies: o SEARS CANADA INC COM NPV TORONTO, Aug. 26 /CNW/ - Sears Canada has been advised by the Frigidaire division of Electrolux Canada Corp. of a potential safety hazard relating to certain Frigidaire(R) and Kenmore Elite(TM) smoothtop freestanding electric ranges with rotary knobs and digital displays. It has been discovered that depending on the model, the surface heating elements can: 1) turn on spontaneously without being switched on; 2) fail to turn off after being switched off; or 3) heat to different temperatures than those selected by unit controls. These characteristics pose fire and burn risks for consumers. The ranges were sold through Sears Canada retail stores, online at www.sears.ca, and through the Sears Canada catalogue between June 2001 and September 2008. The affected model numbers and corresponding Sears item numbers are as follows: ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Model Number Item Number Serial No. Range begins with ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or C970-68802x 68802 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or C970-68803x 68803 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or C970-68804x 68804 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or C970-68808x 68808 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or C970-68809x 68809 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or C970-68830x 68830 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or C970-68832x 68832 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or C970-68833x 68833 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or C970-69803x 69803 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or C970-69804x 69804 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or C970-69808x 69808 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or C970-69809x 69809 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or CGLEFM97DBx 29829 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or CGLEFM97DSx 29822 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or CPLEF398ACx 28983 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or CPLEF398DCx 28993 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or CPLEFM99ECx 29843 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or CPLEFZ98GCx 28996 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or PGLEF388CSx 29642 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- VF122xxxxx to VF831xxxxx or PGLEF388ESx 29312 NF122xxxxx to NF806xxxxx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- The model number can be found by opening the range drawer at the bottom of the unit. The information plate appears on the right side of the frame. Sears Canada will be contacting potentially affected customers to arrange for a free repair of their smoothtop freestanding electric range. Sears customers who have not been in contact with Sears are asked to call our 24 hours line at 1-866-691-9948. In the interest of consumer safety, Sears Canada urges customers who own an affected smoothtop freestanding electric range to cease use immediately. Sears Canada will be posting signs in all of its retail stores to advise customers of this safety hazard. Sears Canada is bringing this matter to the public's attention in the interest of consumer safety and apologizes for any inconvenience. Sears Canada is a multi-channel retailer with a network of 196 corporate stores, 193 dealer stores, 41 home improvement showrooms, over 1,800 catalogue merchandise pick-up locations, 108 Sears Travel offices and a nationwide home maintenance, repair, and installation network. The Company also publishes Canada's most extensive general merchandise catalogue and offers shopping online at www.sears.ca. For further information Michelle Lennard, Sears Corporate Communications, (416) 435-5711, mlennar@sears.ca |
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08-29-2009, 03:02 AM
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Frigidaire and Kenmore Smoothtop Electric Ranges Recalled Due to Fire Hazard-from June 2001 through August 2009 for between $1,000 and $2,500.
new recall for yourselves to make sure your family and friends remain safe.http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prere...09333.html NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 27, 2009 Release # 09-333 Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 449-9812 Sears’ Recall Hotline: (800) 449-9810 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 Firm Media Contact: (614) 761-2633 Frigidaire and Kenmore Smoothtop Electric Ranges Recalled Due to Fire Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Certain Frigidaire and Kenmore Elite Smoothtop Electric Ranges Units: About 200,000 Manufacturer: Frigidaire, a division of Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Augusta, Ga. Hazard: Depending on the model, the surface heating elements can: 1) turn on spontaneously without being switched on; 2) fail to turn off after being switched off; or, 3) heat to different temperatures than selected. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: Frigidaire has received 126 reports of incidents, including four reports of minor burns and two reports of minor property damage. Description: This recall involves Frigidaire, Frigidaire Gallery, Frigidaire Professional and Kenmore Elite smoothtop electric ranges with rotary knobs and digital displays. The following model and serial numbers are included in the recall: Frigidaire (Serial Number Range VF122xxxxx - VF831xxxxx) and Models Beginning with FEFBZ90GC FEFLMC55GC FEFLZ87GC GLEF396AB GLEF396AQ GLEF396AS GLEF396CQ GLEF396CS GLEFM397DB GLEFM397DQ GLEFM397DS GLEFM97FPB GLEFM97FPW GLEFM97GPB GLEFM97GPW LEEFM389FE PLEF398AC PLEF398CC PLEF398DC PLEFM399DC PLEFMZ99EC PLEFMZ99GC PLEFZ398EC PLEFZ398GC Kenmore Elite (Serial Number Range VF122xxxxx – VF334xxxxx) and Models Beginning with 790.99012 790.99013 790.99014 790.99019 The model and serial number can be found by opening the range drawer at the base of the unit. Sold at: Sears and other national chain and independent retailers nationwide from June 2001 through August 2009 for between $1,000 and $2,500. Manufactured in: United States Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled ranges immediately and contact Frigidaire or Sears to schedule a free repair. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Frigidaire at (800) 449-9812 between 8 a.m. and midnight ET Monday through Saturday or visit the firm’s recall Web site at www.smoothtoprangerecall.com. Consumers who purchased their products at Sears should call Sears at (800) 449-9810 between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday. CPSC is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about it by visiting https://www.cpsc.gov/cgibin/incident.aspx 
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09-17-2009, 04:22 PM
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Well I figure my resort here would be to write a letter to them. I had the little magic chef refrig that caught fire. They did nothing about it because it was out of warranty. I told them it wasnt natural and then this comes out. Whatever. They have lost plenty of business just from my word of mouth.
But I still will give them a lengthy letter with a piece of my mind Ben B~
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09-17-2009, 05:37 PM
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11-07-2009, 11:16 AM
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Samsung™ Over-the-Range Microwaves Recalled Due to Shock Hazard [cpsc.gov]
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Samsung Over-the-Range Microwave Ovens Units: About 43,000 Importer: Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, N.J. Hazard: If an installation bolt comes in contact with an electrical component inside the unit and the microwave is plugged into an ungrounded outlet, it could create a shock hazard. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: The recall involves Samsung 1000 watt over-the-range microwave ovens. The following model and serial numbers are included in this recall: SEE SITE [cpsc.gov] Sold at: Retail stores nationwide from January 2009 through July 2009 for between $180 and $200. Manufactured in: Malaysia Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled product, and contact Samsung to schedule a free repair. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Samsung toll-free at (888) 402-6974 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET 7 days a week, or visit the firm's Web site at www.samsung.com/otrrecall |
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11-24-2009, 08:02 PM
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Electrolux ICON® and Kenmore PRO® Gas Ranges Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
[cpsc.gov] WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Electrolux ICON and Kenmore 30” PRO Gas Ranges Units: About 900 Manufacturer: Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Augusta, Ga. Hazard: An incorrect part allows more fuel to pass to the range’s oven than can be burned efficiently, causing incomplete combustion and the release of carbon monoxide. This poses a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: Electrolux has received four reports of incidents involving carbon monoxide being released from the recalled gas range. No injuries have been reported. Description: The following Electrolux ICON and Kenmore PRO 30” free-standing gas range model and serial numbers are included in this recall. For Electrolux ICON, the model and serial numbers are located on the back of the range. For the Kenmore PRO, the model and serial numbers are located near the base of the range just below the bottom right portion of the oven door and also on the back of the range. Not all serial numbers within these ranges are included in the recall. Brand Model Serial Number Range Electrolux ICON Gas Range E30GF74HPS NF83000000 – NF93633000 Kenmore PRO 30” Gas Range 790.76913800 790.76913801 NF83000000 – NF93633000 Sold at: Appliance retailers nationwide from August 2008 through October 2009 for between $2,500 and $3,500. Manufactured in: Canada Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the range’s oven and contact Electrolux for the Electrolux ICON or Sears for the Kenmore PRO to schedule a free repair. Consumers can continue to use the cooktop (top burners) and the broiler as well as any clock and/or timer functions. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Electrolux toll-free at (888) 360-8557 between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and on Saturdays between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., or visit the firm’s Web site at www.gasrangeorifice.com. Consumers with Kenmore PRO brand ranges should call Sears toll-free at (800) 733-2299 between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday.  CPSC is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about it by visiting https://www.cpsc.gov/cgibin/incident.aspx The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of serious injury or death from thousands of types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. The CPSC is committed to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical, or mechanical hazard. The CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products - such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters, and household chemicals - contributed significantly to the decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer products over the past 30 years. To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury, call CPSC's Hotline at (800) 638-2772 or CPSC's teletypewriter at (301) 595-7054. To join a CPSC e-mail subscription list, please go to https://www.cpsc.gov/cpsclist.aspx. Consumers can obtain recall and general safety information by logging on to CPSC's Web site at www.cpsc.gov. |
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12-09-2009, 08:35 AM
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Goodman Company Re-announces Recall of Air Conditioner/Heat Pump Units Due to Fire Hazard [cpsc.gov]
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Name of Product: Packaged Terminal Air Conditioner/Heat Pump (PTACs) Units Units: About 30,000; previously recalled in August 2008 Manufacturer: Goodman Company, LP, of Houston, Texas Hazard: The power cords on the PTACs can overheat, posing a burn or fire hazard. Incidents/Injuries: Goodman has received eleven reports of smoke or fire associated with the PTAC’s power cords. No injuries have been reported. Description: The recall includes 5.0 kW Amana-brand, Comfort-Aire-brand and Century-brand Packaged Terminal Air Conditioner units with model numbers PTxxx3x50xx (Amana) and EKTxxx-150x (Comfort-Aire and Century) and serial numbers 0702112056 through 0804237539. The model and serial numbers are located on the control board plate found under the PTAC unit’s front cover. Sold at: Goodman and heating and cooling equipment dealers nationwide from February 2007 through June 2008 for between $700 and $1,000. Manufactured in: United States Remedy: Consumers should contact Goodman to receive a free replacement power cord. Commercial and institutional owners will be contacted directly and will install the power cord. Consumer Contact: For additional information regarding Amana-brand units, contact Goodman at (800) 366-0339 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday; for Comfort-Aire and Century-brand units call (877) 442-4482 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday; or visit www.regcen.com/ptaccord for all products.  CPSC is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about it by visiting https://www.cpsc.gov/cgibin/incident.aspx The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of serious injury or death from thousands of types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. The CPSC is committed to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical, or mechanical hazard. The CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products - such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters, and household chemicals - contributed significantly to the decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer products over the past 30 years. To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury, call CPSC's Hotline at (800) 638-2772 or CPSC's teletypewriter at (301) 595-7054. To join a CPSC e-mail subscription list, please go to https://www.cpsc.gov/cpsclist.aspx. Consumers can obtain recall and general safety information by logging on to CPSC's Web site at www.cpsc.gov. |
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12-17-2009, 05:19 PM
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Home Depot Recalls Dehumidifiers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards [cpsc.gov]
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Hampton Bay Dehumidifiers Units: About 2,000 Importer: The Home Depot, of Atlanta, Ga. Hazard: An internal component can fail causing the dehumidifier to overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: Home Depot has received 18 reports of the dehumidifiers catching fire. One consumer reported a burn injury to his forearm. Description: The dehumidifiers are beige, have four wheels, and measure 21 inches high, 13 ½ inches wide and 17 ½ inches long. “Hampton Bay” is printed on the front panel. Model HB-50 is being recalled. The model number is printed on the back interior panel. Sold at: The Home Depot from November 2000 through May 2007 for between $120 and $150. Manufactured in: China Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifiers and contact Home Depot to receive a gift card for the full amount of the purchase price. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact The Home Depot at (800) 553-3199 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.homedepot.com   CPSC is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about it by visiting https://www.cpsc.gov/cgibin/incident.aspx The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of serious injury or death from thousands of types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. The CPSC is committed to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical, or mechanical hazard. The CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products - such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters, and household chemicals - contributed significantly to the decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer products over the past 30 years. To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury, call CPSC's Hotline at (800) 638-2772 or CPSC's teletypewriter at (301) 595-7054. To join a CPSC e-mail subscription list, please go to https://www.cpsc.gov/cpsclist.aspx. Consumers can obtain recall and general safety information by logging on to CPSC's Web site at www.cpsc.gov. |
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12-30-2009, 12:26 PM
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Dehumidifiers Recalled by LG Electronics Tianjin Appliance Due to Fire and Burn Hazards [cpsc.gov]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 30, 2009 Release # 10-096 WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following products. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Portable Dehumidifiers Units: About 98,000 Manufacturer: LG Electronics Tianjin Appliance Co., of China Hazard: The power connector for the dehumidifier’s compressor can short circuit, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: LG has received 11 reports of property damage incidents involving arcing, heat, smoke, including four fires that spread to the building structure and involved significant smoke/water damage. No injuries have been reported. Description: This recall involves 30 pint portable dehumidifiers sold under the brand names in the chart below. The dehumidifiers are white with a red shut-off button, controls for fan speed and humidity control and a front-loading water bucket. “Goldstar” or “Comfort-Aire” is printed on the front. The model and serial numbers are printed on the interior of the dehumidifiers and can be viewed after the water bucket is removed. Brand,,,,,,,Model No...........Serial Number Range............Sold at Goldstar GHD30Y7------611TAxx00001~08400 .---------------------------------611TAxx08401~40600 .---------------------------------612TAxx00001~20400 .---------------------------------612TAxx21001~30600.............Home Depot Goldstar DH305Y7------12TAxx00001~00600 .---------------------------------701TAxx00001~16800 .---------------------------------702TAxx00001~03000...............Wal-Mart Comfort-Aire BHD-301-C----611TAxx00001~01697 .----------------------------------------612TAxx00001~04200 .----------------------------------------701TAxx00001~00578 .----------------------------------------710TAxx00001~00599.......Heat Controller Inc. Sold at: The Home Depot, Walmart and Heat Controller Inc. nationwide from January 2007 through June 2008 for between $140 and $150. Manufactured in: China Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifier, contact LG to determine if it is included in the recall and return it to an authorized LG service center for a free repair. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact LG toll-free at (877) 220-0479 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday and between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. CT on Saturday for the location of an authorized LG service center for the repair, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.30pintdehumidifierrecall.com    CPSC is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about it by visiting https://www.cpsc.gov/cgibin/incident.aspx The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of serious injury or death from thousands of types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. The CPSC is committed to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical, or mechanical hazard. The CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products - such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters, and household chemicals - contributed significantly to the decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer products over the past 30 years. To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury, call CPSC's Hotline at (800) 638-2772 or CPSC's teletypewriter at (301) 595-7054. To join a CPSC e-mail subscription list, please go to https://www.cpsc.gov/cpsclist.aspx. Consumers can obtain recall and general safety information by logging on to CPSC's Web site at www.cpsc.gov. |
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