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CPSC, Haier America Trading LLC Announce Recall of Oscillating Electric Tower Fans

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Name of Product:
Oscillating Electric Tower Fan
Hazard:

Internal electrical arcing in the fan can cause a fire hazard.

Remedy:
Refund
Recall Date:
November 22, 2005
Units:

About 150,000

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Haier toll-free at (877) 337-3639 anytime or email the firm at productinfo@haieramerica.com.

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Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves a Haier oscillating electric tower fan, model FTM140GG. The gray tower fan has three speed settings and a 120-minute shut-off timer. "Haier" is printed on a silver label near the top of the front of the tower. The model number is printed on the lower back of the fan. No other Haier fans are included in this recall.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the tower fan and call Haier for instructions on how to obtain a $30 coupon redeemable for the purchase from Haier of any available product. Consumers who previously received a $10 mail-in rebate will get a $20 coupon.

Incidents/Injuries:

Haier has received eight reports of fires or flames associated with this electric fan, including minor property damage and one report of minor burns.

Sold At:
Discount department stores nationwide from February 2004 through November 2005 for between $20 and $30.
Manufacturer(s):
Metropolitan Electrical Appliance Co. Ltd., of Hong Kong
Distributor(s):
Haier America Trading LLC, of New York, N.Y.
Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
06-037

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