Ceramic Furnace electric space heaters
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Caframo Limited is recalling approximately 2,460 "Ceramic Furnace" electric space heaters, model 9301T, due to a potential hazard where the fan motors may overheat, creating an electric shock and fire risk. The heaters are small units measuring 6.75 inches high by 5.5 inches wide by 5 inches deep, with "Caframo Ceramic Furnace" written in red lettering on the front. These heaters were sold nationwide primarily through marine and RV supply distributors between August 1993 and December 1995 for approximately $70. No injuries have been reported.
According to the recall notice, consumers who own these heaters should stop using them immediately and contact Caframo at (800)399-0708. Caframo will arrange to pick up the recalled heater from the consumer's home at no cost and will provide a free replacement heater of greater value.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
Electrocution/Electric Shock
Ceramic Space Heater Recalled by Caframo Limited NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles August 14, 1996 (301) 504-7052 Release # 96-184 CPSC and Caframo Limited Announce Recall of Ceramic Space Heater WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission(CPSC),Caframo Limited of Wiarton, Ontario, Canada, is recalling 2,460 "Ceramic Furnace" electric space heaters (model 9301T). The heaters' fan motors may overheat, presenting an electric shock and fire hazard. CPSC and Caframo are not aware of any injuries involving these space heaters. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The heaters measure 6.75 inches high, 5.5 inches wide, and five inches deep. The front of the heater is labelled in part, "Caframo Ceramic Furnace" in red lettering. The model number appears on a white label on the bottom of the heater. The space heaters were sold nationwide primarily through marine and RV supply distributors from August 1993 through December 1995 for about $70. Consumers should stop using the heaters immediately and contact Caframo at (800)399-0708. Caframo will arrange free pick up of the recalled heater from the consumer's home, and will send the consumer a free replacement heater of greater value.
Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗
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