Research Products Recalls Steam Humidifiers Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2023-06-22). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: 800, 801, 865, 866, HUMXXSTM3034, S1-STEAM…. About 36,200 units in the US and 3,800 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 23231 |
| Published | 2023-06-22 |
| Last updated | 2023-06-22 |
| Products | Steam Humidifiers |
| Firm named in the title | Research Products |
| Firms | Research Products Corporation, of Madison, Wisconsin (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 36,200 |
| Units (Canada) | 3,800 |
| Model numbers | 800, 801, 865, 866, HUMXXSTM3034, S1-STEAM, 8000T01 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | repair, replace, stop use |
| Trade facets | hvac |
| Sold | HVAC contractors nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Sylvane.com, Supplyhouse.com, Humidifiers.com and other websites from June 2010 through January 2015 installed for between $2,000 and $3,500. |
Description
This recall involves Research Products Steam Humidifiers with "D" shaped electrode connector wires sold under the AprilAire, Coleman, Luxaire, Bryant, Carrier and York brand names. The steam humidifiers are generally installed alongside HVAC equipment but are separate units. The model number can be found on a silver label placed in the bottom left corner on the outside left side panel of the Steam Humidifier. The following model numbers are included in this recall: Recalled Steam Humidifier Models Brand Model AprilAire® 800, 801, 865, 866 Carrier® HUMXXSTM3034 Bryant® HUMXXSTM3034 York® S1-STEAM 8000T01 Coleman® S1-STEAM 8000T01 Luxaire® S1-STEAM 8000T01
Hazard
The recalled steam humidifiers containing a specific type of electrode wire with a "D" shaped connector can loosen causing arcing and/or overheating, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and shut off the recalled humidifiers and contact Research Products to receive a free electrode wire repair kit and assistance with identifying a qualified contractor to schedule an appointment for a free replacement of their electrode connector wires.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 103 reports of the recalled humidifiers overheating, including 10 incidents resulting in smoke or residential fires, totaling more than $10 million in damage.
Linked notices
Linked because one agency's notice cites the other's.
- Steam Humidifiers recalled due to Fire Hazard (Health Canada)
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