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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 13191

Portable Infrared Radiant Quartz Electric Space Heaters

Published April 28, 2016 · Recall initiated: May 15, 2013

What's the hazard

The heater design can fail to prevent ignition of nearby combustible materials that come in contact with the unit, posing a fire hazard to the consumer.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Optimus to request a free replacement heater. Consumers have the option of a comparable ceramic heater or new model quartz radiant heater, model H-5510, which will be available after August 2013.

Recall details

Brand
Dongguang Hong-Hwa Electric Co. Ltd.
Manufacturer
Dongguang Hong-Hwa Electric Co. Ltd.
Distributor
Best Buy Market Place, Family Dollar, Heartland, Northern Tool, Rite Aid and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, ebay.com and Walmart.com from October 2011 through December 2012 for between $25 and $30.
Country
US
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