CPSC, Weather Works Announce Recall of Electric Heaters
Recalled June 5, 2003 · CPSC recall 03140 · Weather Works
Hazard
The electric heater can overheat internal plastic components and damage the wiring, posing a fire and electrocution hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should return the unit to the firm for a full refund plus cost of postage. The heater should be mailed to: 2340 NW 102nd Place, Miami, FL 33172.
Units
2,400
Incidents / injuries
Weather Works has received one report of a heater smoking and starting a fire, though no injuries were reported.
Description
The portable electric heater is beige, constructed of a plastic housing, and has the "Weather Works" logo printed on the front side of the fan. On the base of the unit is a sticker reading: "Model No. CH-601, AC 120V - 60Hz, 1500 Watts, Made in China, 4H39."
What to do
Consumers should return the unit to the firm for a full refund plus cost of postage. The heater should be mailed to: 2340 NW 102nd Place, Miami, FL 33172.
Contact
Weather Works at (866) 369-4170 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Product
Weather Works Ventilaire Electric Heaters
Manufacturer(s)
Weather Works Inc., of Miami, Fla.
Retailers
Retail chain stores in Florida, such as The Andersons, Chase-Pitkin Home and Garden, and Florida Hardware, from June 2002 through March 2003 for about $20.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →