Royal Sovereign model RST-1200 portable heaters
Published October 7, 1998
Summary
CPSC records recall 99004, published October 7, 1998. Reported units: About 39,300.
What's the hazard
The mechanism, which rotates the heater side-to-side, can wear through the insulation of electrical wiring inside the heater's base. In addition, some of the connections between the electrical wires and other components inside of the heater may be faulty. Either of these conditions can result in a fire.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these heaters immediately and call Royal Centurian Inc. for instructions on returning the heaters for free repair.
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Recall details
- Distributor
- Royal Centurian Inc. and its affiliate Royal Sovereign Corp., both of Englewood, N.J.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Royal Sovereign model RST-1200 portable heaters recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 99004 on October 7, 1998. Reported hazard: The mechanism, which rotates the heater side-to-side, can wear through the insulation of electrical wiring inside the heater's base. In addition, some of the connections between the electrical wires and other components inside of the heater may be faulty. Either of these conditions can result in a fire.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using these heaters immediately and call Royal Centurian Inc. for instructions on returning the heaters for free repair.