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1. HoMedics Recalls Massagers Due to Electric Shock and Burn Hazards: https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/HoMedics-Recalls-Massagers-Due-to-Electric-Shock-and-Burn-Hazards
2. Goodman Recalls Furnaces Due to Electrical Shock Hazard: https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Goodman-Recalls-Furnaces
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1. Recall Date: May 2, 2017
Recall Number: 17-144
HoMedics Recalls Massagers Due to Electric Shock and Burn Hazards
Recall Summary
Name of Product: HoMedics handheld massagers
Hazard: The cord can break near the base of the massager and expose the wires, posing an electric shock and burn hazards.
Remedy: Refund
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled massagers and contact HoMedics for instructions on removing the cord and to receive a refund in the form of a credit for any replacement product from the firm.
Consumer Contact: HoMedics toll-free at 888-803-0509 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at http://www.homedics.com and click on the Product Recall tab for more information.
Photos available here https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/HoMedics-Recalls-Massagers-Due-to-Electric-Shock-and-Burn-Hazards
Recall Details
Units: About 400,000
Description: This recall involves three models of handheld massagers, HHP-375H, HHP-250 and the PA-MH-THP. All models of the massagers have a 120 VAC, 60 HZ power cord. “HoMedics” is printed on the massagers.
The HHP-375H model Handheld Dual Node Percussion Massager with Heat is white with a gray handle or black with a gray handle. The massager has three sets of interchangeable nodes.
The HHP-250 model Handheld Hot and Cold Massager is white with a gray stripe or gray with a blue stripe. The massager has three, five or eight interchangeable nodes.
The PA-MH-THP model Handheld Compact Percussion Massager with Heat is white on the bottom of the base with gray on top. The massager has two sets of interchangeable nodes.
All manufacturing dates for all three models are included in the recall and the item date code can be found in either one of the cord prongs or in the rating label located on the underside of the product. Date codes can be identified as a 4-digit number WWYY where WW is the sequential week of the year and YY is the last two digits of the manufacturing year.
Incidents/Injuries: HoMedics has received 140 reports of exposed wires, sparks, smoking and some shooting flames coming from the massagers. There have been 15 reports of burn injuries to consumer’s fingers and other parts of the body.
Sold at: Bed Bath & Beyond, Macy’s, Rite-Aid, Walmart and other stores nationwide and HSN from August 2013 through February 2017 for between about $30 and $50.
Importer: HoMedics USA LLC, of Commerce Township, Mich.
Manufactured in: China
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2. Recall Date: May 2, 2017
Recall Number: 17-145
Goodman Recalls Furnaces Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Gas-fired furnaces
Hazard: The blower motor is not grounded, posing an electrical shock hazard to individuals servicing the units.
Remedy: Repair
Consumers should immediately contact Goodman for a free repair.
Consumer Contact: Goodman toll-free at 888-770-7126 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.goodmanmfg.com and click on “Product Recall” at the bottom right hand corner of the page for more information.
Photos available here https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Goodman-Recalls-Furnaces
Recall Details
Units: About 4,100
Description: This recall involves 80% efficiency gas-fired furnaces sold under the Goodman, Amana and Daikin brand names used with home heating and cooling systems. The recalled products have model numbers beginning AMEH80, DM80HE, and GME8, and serial numbers beginning 1609, 1610, 1611 and 1612. The brand name is shown on the outside of the furnace, and the serial number is located on the label found by opening the furnace door.
Incidents/Injuries: None.
Sold at: Goodman, Amana and Daikin heating and cooling equipment dealers nationwide from September 2016 through January 2017 for between $850 and $1,150.
Manufacturer: Goodman Manufacturing Company L.P., of Houston, Texas
Manufactured in: U.S.
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