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Recalled Westinghouse iGen2500 Portable Inverter Generator -
Recalled Westinghouse iPro2500 Portable Inverter Generator
The portable generators can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
MWE Investments toll-free at 855-944-3571 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email info@wpowereq.com , or online at www.westinghouseportablepower.com and click on “Product Safety” located at the top of the page.
Recall Details
This recall involves Westinghouse iGen2500 and iPro2500 portable inverter generators used to power appliances, cell phones or other electronic devices. The iGen2500 has a bright blue plastic cover and has “Westinghouse iGen2500” printed in white lettering on the side and on the front of the generator. The Westinghouse iPro2500 has a plastic gray cover. “Westinghouse iPro2500” is printed in white lettering on the side and front of the generator. The number of watts is also printed on the side. It reads 2200 Running Watts and 2500 Peak Watts. The generators measure about 20 inches long by 18 wide inches by 11 inches tall. They weigh about 49 pounds.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact MWE Investments to arrange for a free repair.
The firm has received four reports of the recalled generators overheating and catching on fire. No injuries have been reported.
MWE Investments of Columbus, Ohio
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