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CPSC and Caframo Limited Announce Recall of Ceramic Space Heater

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Name of Product:
Ceramic Space Heater
Hazard:

The heaters' fan motors may overheat, presenting an electric shock and fire hazard.

Remedy:
Replace
Recall Date:
August 14, 1996
Units:

2,460

Consumer Contact

Consumers should stop using the heaters immediately and contact Caframo at (800)399-0708.

Recall Details

Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC,Caframo Limited of Wiarton, Ontario, Canada, is recalling 2,460 "Ceramic Furnace" electric space heaters (model 9301T). The heaters' fan motors may overheat, presenting an electric shock and fire hazard.

CPSC and Caframo are not aware of any injuries involving these space heaters. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.

The heaters measure 6.75 inches high, 5.5 inches wide, and five inches deep. The front of the heater is labelled in part, "Caframo Ceramic Furnace" in red lettering. The model number appears on a white label on the bottom of the heater.

The space heaters were sold nationwide primarily through marine and RV supply distributors from August 1993 through December 1995 for about $70.

Consumers should stop using the heaters immediately and contact Caframo at (800)399-0708. Caframo will arrange free pick up of the recalled heater from the consumer's home, and will send the consumer a free replacement heater of greater value.

Remedy:

Consumers should stop using the heaters immediately and contact Caframo at (800)399-0708. Caframo will arrange free pick up of the recalled heater from the consumer's home, and will send the consumer a free replacement heater of greater value.

Incidents/Injuries:

CPSC and Caframo are not aware of any injuries involving these space heaters. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.

Sold At:
The space heaters were sold nationwide primarily through marine and RV supply distributors from August 1993 through December 1995 for about $70.
Recall number:
96-184

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