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The original wick holders may fail during use, preventing the shutoff switch and tip-over safety mechanism from extinguishing the heater.
Consumers should contact RMC at (800) 433-6042 to receive a free replacement wick holder.
Recall Details
WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, RMC International, Ltd. of Denver, Colo., is offering free replacement wick holders to owners of its model CT-1200 kerosene heaters. The original wick holders may fail during use, preventing the shutoff switch and tip-over safety mechanism from extinguishing the heater.
The tan metal heaters measure 18" by 21" by 11". The brand name and the model number CT-1200 appear on an identification plate on the front of the heater.
RMC CT-1200 kerosene heaters were sold through mass merchandisers and smaller retailers nationwide from June to November 1994 for approximately $110 under the brand names Dyna-Glo, Envirotemp and Keroheat.
Consumers should contact RMC at (800) 433-6042 to receive a free replacement wick holder.
Neither CPSC nor RMC has received any reports of accidents or incidents involving these heaters.
Media inquiries should be directed to Mike Resmo at (800) 433-6042.
Consumers should contact RMC at (800) 433-6042 to receive a free replacement wick holder.
Neither CPSC nor RMC has received any reports of accidents or incidents involving these heaters.
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