Enerco Group Recalls DeWALT Cordless Kerosene Heaters Due to Fire and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2021-02-03). Hazards: fire, carbon monoxide, fall, chemical. Models: DXH90CFAK, DXH90CFAKM. About 4,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 21074 |
| Published | 2021-02-03 |
| Last updated | 2021-02-03 |
| Products | DeWALT® cordless kerosene forced-air heaters |
| Firm named in the title | Enerco Group |
| Firms | Enerco Group, Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 4,500 |
| Model numbers | DXH90CFAK, DXH90CFAKM |
| Hazard classes | fire, carbon monoxide, fall, chemical |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Trade facets | hvac |
| Sold | Lowe's stores and farm and supply stores nationwide from June 2020 through November 2020 for about $350. |
Description
This recall involves DeWALT cordless kerosene forced-air heaters model number DXH90CFAK with serial numbers 340902-20001001 through 340902-20004000 and model number DXH90CFAKM with serial numbers 340901-20001001 through 340901-20001500. The heaters have a black tank/base, a yellow body and a gray combustion barrel. "DeWALT" and "90,000 BTU" are printed in yellow on the combustion barrel. The model number and serial number are located on the side panel opposite the controls.
Hazard
The heaters can re-start unexpectedly while in standby mode if the room temperature falls below the thermostat set point, posing fire and carbon monoxide poisoning hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Enerco for a free replacement corded heater.
Incidents and injuries
Enerco has received one report of a heater starting unexpectedly when it was moved while in standby without being turned off. No injuries have been reported.
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