Moveable baseboard Heaters
Published February 7, 2002
Summary
CPSC records recall 02098, published February 7, 2002. Recalling firm: Honeywell Consumer Products Inc. (HCP), of Southborough, Mass.; Reported units: About 450,000.
What's the hazard
The heating element in these baseboard heaters can short-circuit and ignite combustible material under the heater, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these heaters immediately, unplug them, and contact HCP to determine whether their heater is part of the recall. Consumers with recalled units will be given instructions on how to mail them back to HCP, in order to receive a free replacement heater.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Honeywell Consumer Products Inc. (HCP), of Southborough, Mass.
- Manufacturer
- Honeywell Consumer Products Inc. (HCP), of Southborough, Mass.
- Distributor
- Department stores and home centers nationwide sold these baseboard heaters, from October 1997 through January 2001, for between $30 and $50.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Moveable baseboard Heaters recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 02098 on February 7, 2002. Reported hazard: The heating element in these baseboard heaters can short-circuit and ignite combustible material under the heater, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using these heaters immediately, unplug them, and contact HCP to determine whether their heater is part of the recall. Consumers with recalled units will be given instructions on how to mail them back to HCP, in order to receive a free replacement heater.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Honeywell Consumer Products Inc. (HCP), of Southborough, Mass..