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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2011-04-21

Aquarium Heaters Recalled by United Pet Group Due to Fire and Laceration Hazards

Is my product affected?

Marineland Stealth and Stealth Pro Aquarium Heaters

  • Brand United Pet Group, of Cincinnati, Ohio

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

What happened

United Pet Group is recalling Marineland Stealth and Stealth Pro aquarium heaters due to a wiring problem that can cause the heaters to overheat or break during normal use. When this occurs, the heater may shatter or cause the aquarium glass to break, posing fire and laceration hazards to consumers. The recalled heaters are black plastic tubes with a temperature adjustment knob at the top and the model name printed on the side. Affected models range from 25W to 300W and include specific model numbers for both the Stealth line (ETP25, ETP50, ETP75, ETP100, ETP150, ETP200, ETP250) and Stealth Pro line (ML90447-00 through ML90454-00). These heaters were sold individually and as part of aquarium starter kits.

According to the recall notice, consumers who own these heaters should immediately stop using them and contact United Pet Group for either a free replacement aquarium heater or a full refund.

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

Hazard

A wiring problem can cause the aquarium heaters to overheat or break during normal use, damaging the aquarium and posing fire and laceration hazards to consumers. Overheating can cause the heater to shatter or the aquarium glass to break.

What should I do?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled aquarium heaters and contact United Pet Group for a free replacement aquarium heater or a full refund.

Details from the source

The recall involves the following Marineland Stealth and Stealth Pro aquarium heaters. The heaters are black plastic tubes and have a temperature adjustment knob at the top. The model name "Stealth" (in white letters) or "Stealth Pro" (in red letters) is printed on the side of the heater. The model number and the wattage rating are printed below the model name. Stealth Pro heaters were also sold as part of aquarium starter kits. Marineland Stealth Models Marineland Stealth Pro Models Wattage Model # Wattage Model # 25W ETP25 25W ML90447-00 50W ETP50 50W ML90448-00 75W ETP75 75W ML90449-00 100W ETP100 100W ML90450-00 150W ETP150 150W ML90451-00 200W ETP200 200W ML90452-00 250W ETP250 250W ML90453-00 300W ML90454-00

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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