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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 13154

Filtrete™ room air purifiers

Published January 22, 2015 · Recall initiated: March 26, 2013

What's the hazard

The ion generator in the air purifiers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

What to do

Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled air purifier and contact 3M to obtain a prepaid shipping box to return the product for a free replacement.

Recall details

Brand
3M Company, of St. Paul, Minn.
Distributor
Ultra Quiet at Ace Hardware, Bi-Mart, Do It Best, Fred Meyer, Handy Hardware Wholesale, Nuthouse, Orchard Supply, Orgill Bros., Petco, Rite Aid, Strosniders, Theisen Farm and Home, True Value Hardware stores nationwide, and online at Amazon.com and others. Maximum Allergen sold only at Lowe's stores. The FAP00-RS model was sold from November 2008 through January 2013, and the FAP00-L model was sold from October 2012 through January 2013, both for about $60.
Country
US
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