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Hunter Fan Recalls Humidifiers for Fire Hazard

Recalled November 6, 2007 · CPSC recall 08064 · Hunter Fan

Recalled Humidifier Model 36200Recalled Humidifier Models 35201, 36201Recalled Humidifier Models 35202, 35204Recalled Humidifier Models 35203, 36203
Hazard
Water used in the humidifier can leak into the unit's electrical compartment, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled humidifiers. Consumers should contact Hunter Fan to receive a free replacement humidifier or refund.
Units
About 84,000
Incidents / injuries
Hunter has received four reports of incidents involving a water leak, including one report of a fire resulting in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves Warm Mist CareFree humidifiers sold in white and black with blue or green tinted water tanks. "Hunter" and "NiteGlo" are printed on the humidifier. Model numbers are listed on a white label on the bottom of the humidifier. Model numbers and tank sizes are listed in the chart below. Model Numbers Name Size Description 36200 Carefree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2 Gallon White plastic with a blue tinted water tank 35201, 36201 Carefree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2 Gallon White plastic with a blue tinted water tank 35202, 36204 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2 Gallon White plastic with a blue tinted water tank 35203, 36203, 37203 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2 Gallon White plastic with a green tinted water tank 35207, 36207 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2 Gallon White plastic with a blue tinted water tank 35253, 36253 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2.5 Gallon Black plastic with a blue tinted water tank

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled humidifiers. Consumers should contact Hunter Fan to receive a free replacement humidifier or refund.

Contact

For additional information, contact Hunter Fan Co. toll-free at (877) 288-1145 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.hunterfan.com

Product
Warm Mist Carefree Humidifiers
Manufacturer(s)
Hunter Fan Co., of Memphis, Tenn.
Retailers
Lowe's, Wal-Mart, discount and hardware stores nationwide, as well as through mail order catalogs and Web retailers from September 2005 through February 2007 for between $40 and $65.
Made in
China

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

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