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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2014-03-05

Twin-Star Recalls Duraflame Electric Space Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Is my product affected?

Duraflame electric space heaters

  • Brand Twin-Star International, of Delray Beach, Fla.

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Twin-Star is recalling Duraflame-branded electric space heaters, model DFS-220, in black, red, and white. These heaters, which measure approximately 14.5 inches high, 13 inches wide, and 8 inches deep and feature a fireplace-style flame effect, can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire, and ignite nearby items. The model number appears on a white label on the back panel, and controls are located on the upper left back side of the unit.

According to the recall, affected consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the electric space heater and contact Twin-Star for a full refund.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

The heater can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

What should I do?

Customers should immediately turn off and unplug the electric space heater and contact Twin-Star for a full refund.

Details from the source

This recall involves Duraflame-branded electric space heaters, model DFS-220, sold in three colors, black, red and white. The heater's flame effect resembles a fireplace and works with or without heat. The heaters measure about 14.5 inches high, 13 inches wide and 8 inches deep. The on-off switch and the high/low heat settings are located on the upper left back side of the unit. The Duraflame logo appears on the front of the unit. The model number can be found on a white label located on the heater's back panel.

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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