CPSC, Weather Works Announce Recall of Electric Heaters
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-06-05). Hazards: fire, burn, electric shock. Models: CH-601, 60Hz. About 2,400 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03140 |
| Published | 2003-06-05 |
| Last updated | 2025-06-09 |
| Product category | Electric Heaters |
| Products | Weather Works Ventilaire Electric Heaters |
| Firm named in the title | Weather Works |
| Firms | Weather Works Inc., of Miami, Fla. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 2,400 |
| Model numbers | CH-601, 60Hz |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, electric shock |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Trade facets | hvac |
| Sold | Retail chain stores in Florida, such as The Andersons, Chase-Pitkin Home and Garden, and Florida Hardware, from June 2002 through March 2003 for about $20. |
Description
The portable electric heater is beige, constructed of a plastic housing, and has the "Weather Works" logo printed on the front side of the fan. On the base of the unit is a sticker reading: "Model No. CH-601, AC 120V - 60Hz, 1500 Watts, Made in China, 4H39."
Hazard
The electric heater can overheat internal plastic components and damage the wiring, posing a fire and electrocution hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should return the unit to the firm for a full refund plus cost of postage. The heater should be mailed to: 2340 NW 102nd Place, Miami, FL 33172.
Incidents and injuries
Weather Works has received one report of a heater smoking and starting a fire, though no injuries were reported.
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