Berko Electric Toe-Space Heaters Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-08-30). Hazards: fire, burn. About 84,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07298 |
| Published | 2007-08-30 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Electric Heaters |
| Products | Toe-Space Electric Heaters |
| Firms | Berko Electric, of Peru, Ind., now known as Marley Engineered Products, of Bennettsville, S.C. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 84,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Trade facets | hvac |
| Sold | Berko Electric wholesale distributors nationwide from 1972 through February 1985 and Emerson Electric wholesale distributors from 1980 through February 1985 for between $70 and $170. |
Description
The recall involves electric, toe-space heaters typically installed in kitchens and bathrooms at floor level in the recessed space under cabinets. The recall includes Berko Electric catalog numbers TS, TS-1 and TS-1A and Emerson Electric "Chromalox Comfort Heating" and "Environmental Products" catalog number KSH2000. The heater is controlled by a wall thermostat or a thermostat mounted on the front of the heater. The heater has a removable, black metal grille that measures 23 1/2 inches wide and 3 1/2 inches tall with five sets of openings, each with seven horizontal louvers.
Hazard
If the fan stops working and the heater continues to run, the unit can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately turn off the heater at the thermostat and, if possible, at the home's circuit breaker or fuse. Consumers should contact Marley to determine if they have a recalled heater and for further instructions.
Incidents and injuries
Marley has received 29 reports of fires resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
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