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An electrical failure in the motor can pose a fire hazard to consumers.
About 5.6 million
For additional information, visit Lasko's Web site at www.laskoproducts.com or call the firm at (800) 233-0268 anytime.
Recall Details
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Lasko Products Inc., of West Chester, Pa., is recalling about 5.6 million Lasko, General Electric, Galaxy, and Air King Brand Box and Pivoting Floor Fans. An electrical failure in the motor can pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Name of Product: Lasko, General Electric, Galaxy, and Air King Brand Box and Pivoting Floor Fans
Units: About 5.6 million
Manufacturer: Lasko Products Inc., of West Chester, Pa.
Hazard: An electrical failure in the motor can pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: Lasko has received 42 reports of fires possibly associated with motor failures, with seven reports of injuries, including burns and smoke inhalation. At least eight of the reported fires resulted in extensive property damage.
Description: This recall involves various models of Lasko, Galaxy, Air King and General Electric fans manufactured between January 1999 and July 2001, and sold through February 2004. Styles and model numbers of recalled fans, which are either stamped or on a label on the bottom of the fans, are listed below:
| Brand | Type of Fan | Model Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Lasko | Box Fan Cyclone Fan Wind Machine Air Companion Air Director Wind Tunnel | Models 3700, 3723, 3733, 3750 Models 3510, 3550, 3800, 35105 Models 3300 and 3521 Model 3515 Model 2135 Models 3400 and 3410 |
| General Electric | Box Fan Cyclone Fan | Model 106620 Models 106600, 106630 |
| Galaxy | Box Fan | Model 3733 |
| Air King | Cyclone Fan (20" deluxe pivot fan) Air Companion (15" deluxe pivot fan) | Model 9500 Model 9515 |
Detailed information and pictures of affected models can be found at www.laskoproducts.com.
Sold at: Discount department stores nationwide from September 2000 through February 2004 for between $10 and $25.
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the fans immediately and contact Lasko to receive a free fan protection cord adaptor.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, visit Lasko's Web site at www.laskoproducts.com or call the firm at (800) 233-0268 anytime.
Consumers should stop using the fans immediately and contact Lasko to receive a free fan protection cord adaptor.
Lasko has received 42 reports of fires possibly associated with motor failures, with seven reports of injuries, including burns and smoke inhalation. At least eight of the reported fires resulted in extensive property damage.
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