News from CPSC: Sunbeam Recalls Holmes Oil Filled Heaters Due to Scald Hazard

 

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1. Sunbeam Recalls Holmes Oil Filled Heaters Due to Scald Hazard http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2015/Sunbeam-Recalls-Holmes-Oil-Filled-Heaters/

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Recall Date: January 29, 2015

Recall Number: 15-065

 

Sunbeam Recalls Holmes Oil Filled Heaters Due to Scald Hazard

 

Recall Summary

 

Name of Product:  Oil-Filled Heater

 

Hazard: The oil-filled heaters can spray heated oil, posing a scald hazard.

 

Remedy: Refund

 

Consumer Contact:  Sunbeam Products, Inc. at (800) 515-4715 anytime, or online at www.holmesproducts.com and click on “Oil Filled Heater Recall” for more information.

 

Recall Details

 

Units: About 34,000 in United States

 

Description: This recall involves Holmes brand oil-filled heaters that are black or white in color. The heaters included in the recall are about 23 inches tall, 6 inches deep and 12 inches wide and have model number HOH3000 or HOH3000B printed on a label on the bottom of the product. The “Holmes” logo is near the power switch and temperature control. Products affected have a code on the heater plug blade within the following range: G192 through G298.  No other codes are affected. 

 

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received approximately 40 reports of units that unexpectedly sprayed heated oil, resulting in reports of property damage involving damaged carpet and fabrics. No injuries reported.

 

Remedy:  Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heater, unplug it and contact Sunbeam for instructions on how to obtain a full refund.

 

Sold at: Target and small department stores nationwide from August 2014 through November 2014 for about $50.

 

Distributor: Sunbeam Products, Inc., Boca Raton, Fla.

 

Manufactured in: China

 

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