Electric Fans Recalled by Agis Enterprises Co.
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2000-11-16). Hazards: burn, electric shock. About 11,800 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01033b |
| Published | 2000-11-16 |
| Last updated | 2025-12-10 |
| Product category | Fans |
| Products | Electric fans: a 12-inch desk fan, a 16-inch desk fan, a 16-inch stand fan, an 18- inch stand fan with three legs, and an 18-inch stand fan with a round base |
| Firm named in the title | Agis Enterprises Co. |
| Firms | Agis Enterprises Co. Inc., of West Keansburg, N.J. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 11,800 |
| Hazard classes | burn, electric shock |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Discount stores in the metropolitan New York area sold these electric fans, from April 1998 through September 1999, for about $50. |
Description
The fans being recalled are a 12-inch desk fan, a 16-inch desk fan, a 16-inch stand fan, an 18- inch stand fan with three legs, and an 18-inch stand fan with a round base. Writing on all of these fans includes "AGIS" and "MADE IN TAIWAN."
Hazard
The fans could overheat during use, present an electrocution hazard and do not have sufficient guards to prevent fingers from contacting the fan blades, posing the risk of finger amputations.
Remedy
Stop using these fans immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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