Collins International Co. Recalls Oscillating Ceramic Heaters Sold at Menards Retail Stores Due To Fire Hazard
Recalled December 6, 2007 · CPSC recall 08115 · Collins
Hazard
The heaters can overheat, smoke, or ignite, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the heaters and return them to the nearest Menards store for a full refund.
Units
About 20,000
Incidents / injuries
Collins International has received seven reports of the heaters overheating, smoking, or igniting, including four reports of minor property damage to carpets and floors. No injuries have been reported.
Description
This recall involves 1500-watt oscillating ceramic heaters model EB38005. The heater has a white plastic housing with the name "Heat-Wave" in black on its top. A label on the bottom of the product contains the model and the control number "ETL 3090262."
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the heaters and return them to the nearest Menards store for a full refund.
Contact
For additional information, contact Collins International toll-free at (866) 877-1889 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web Site at www.collinsinternational.com
Product
Oscillating Ceramic Heaters
Imported by
Collins International Co., Ltd., of Fair Lawn, N.J.
Retailers
Menards stores nationwide from September 2006 through March 2007 for about $25.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →