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Air Movers Recalled by EDIC Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled June 19, 2012 · CPSC recall 12199 · Air

Hazard

The air mover/blower's internal electrical capacitor can fail and overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Repair

Units

About 53,000

Incidents / injuries

EDIC is aware of four incidents involving fires that resulted in property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves air movers/blowers that are used to dry floors in homes and other buildings. "Aqua Dri" is printed on the top of some of the air movers. Model "3004AD" or model "3004ADxxx" (with additional letters) is printed on the serial number plate on the back of the units. Model numbers with "N" are not included in this recall. The air movers' plastic housing measures about 18 inches high by 18 inches long by 18 inches deep and has a 25-foot yellow electrical cord.

What to do

Users should immediately stop using the recalled air movers/blowers and contact EDIC for a free repair kit to be installed by users.

Contact

For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (888) 289-8720 between 8:30 a.m. through 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, by fax at (323) 667-0144, by email at [email protected] or visit the firm's website at www.EDIC-USA.com

Product

Air movers/blowers

Manufacturer(s)

EDIC, of Los Angeles, Calif.

Retailers

Flood remediation contractors and other service professionals nationwide from January 2003 through September 2011 for between $160 and $285.

Made in

United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →