Family Dollar Stores Recalls Oscillating Ceramic Heater for Fire Hazard
Released: Friday, January 05, 2007 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Family Dollar Stores, of Charlotte, N.C., is voluntarily recalling about 35,000 (17,000 with consumers) Oscillating Ceramic Heaters. The heaters can overheat and smoke, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Recall Details
Product
Oscillating Ceramic Heaters
Description
The recalled heater is a 1500 watt oscillating ceramic heater. The heater has a white plastic housing with the name "Heat-Wave" in black on its top. A label on the product contains the control number "ETL 3090262."
Hazards
The heaters can overheat and smoke, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents
Family Dollar has received three reports of the heaters overheating or smoking. There are no reports of fires and two reports of minor property damage.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the heaters and return them to a Family Dollar store for a full refund. Customer Contact: For additional information, contact Family Dollar at (800) 547-0359 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.familydollar.com
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