Humidifiers Recalled for Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-07-18). Hazards: fire. Models: 35201. About 29,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 06215 |
| Published | 2006-07-18 |
| Last updated | 2024-07-03 |
| Product category | Humidifiers |
| Products | Warm Mist CareFree® Humidifier |
| Firms | Hunter Fan Co., of Memphis, Tenn. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 29,000 |
| Model numbers | 35201 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Trade facets | hvac |
| Sold | Discount stores and hardware stores nationwide, as well as catalogs and on various Web sites, from September 2005 through February 2006 for between $50 and $65. |
Description
The recalled humidifiers are white or black plastic with blue or green tinted water tanks. "Hunter" and "NiteGlo" are printed on the humidifier. The model numbers and tank size included in this recall are listed below. The model number is located on a white label on the bottom of the humidifier. Model Size Description 35201 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2.0 Gallon White plastic with a blue tinted water tank 35202 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2.0 Gallon White plastic with a blue tinted water tank 35203 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2.0 Gallon White plastic with a green tinted water tank 35207 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2.0 Gallon White plastic with a blue tinted water tank 35253 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2.0 Gallon Black plastic with a blue tinted water tank
Hazard
Water from the humidifier can leak into the unit's electrical compartment, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these recalled humidifiers and unplug them immediately. Contact Hunter Fan Co. to receive a free replacement part.
Incidents and injuries
Hunter has received four reports of incidents involving the humidifier, including one report of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
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