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Sunbeam Recalls Holmes Oil Filled Heaters Due to Scald Hazard

Recalled January 29, 2015 · CPSC recall 15065 · Sunbeam

Holmes Oil-Filled Heater Model Number Location

Hazard

The oil-filled heaters can spray heated oil, posing a scald hazard.

Remedy

Refund

Units

About 34,000 in United States

Incidents / injuries

The firm has received approximately 40 reports of units that unexpectedly sprayed heated oil, resulting in reports of property damage involving damaged carpet and fabrics. No injuries reported.

Description

This recall involves Holmes brand oil-filled heaters that are black or white in color. The heaters included in the recall are about 23 inches tall, 6 inches deep and 12 inches wide and have model number HOH3000 or HOH3000B printed on a label on the bottom of the product. The "Holmes" logo is near the power switch and temperature control. Products affected have a code on the heater plug blade within the following range: G192 through G298. No other codes are affected.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heater, unplug it and contact Sunbeam for instructions on how to obtain a full refund.

Contact

Sunbeam Products, Inc. at (800) 515-4715 anytime, or online at www.holmesproducts.com and click on "Oil Filled Heater Recall" for more information.

Product

Oil-Filled Heater

Distributed by

Sunbeam Products, Inc., Boca Raton, Fla.

Retailers

Target and small department stores nationwide from August 2014 through November 2014 for about $50.

Made in

China

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