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CPSCRecalled Mar 7, 2002 · #02116

CPSC, Hunter Fan Co. Announce Recall of Humidifiers

Hazard

The motors in these humidifiers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

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Description

The recalled humidifiers have the following model numbers and date codes, which can be found on a label located on the back of the motor/switch housing (see example of the label in the picture): MODEL SIZE DATE CODE DESCRIPTION 32500 CareFree 5 Gallon 15200 through 36500; 00101 through 36501; or 00102 through 06002 Light beige, made of plastic with a dark beige base, dark beige top vent and tinted water tank 33300 CareFree Plus 3 Gallon 15200 through 36500; 00101 through 36501; or 00102 through 06002 Light gray, made of plastic with dark gray top vent and dark gray base with a tinted water tank 33330 CareFree Plus 3.3 Gallon 15200 through 36500; 00101 through 36501; or 00102 through 06002 Light gray, made of plastic with dark gray top vent and dark gray base with a tinted water tank 33350 CareFree Plus 3.5 Gallon 15200 through 36500; 00101 through 36501; or 00102 through 06002 Light gray, made of plastic with dark gray top vent and dark gray base with a tinted water tank

Product details

Product
Humidifier
Type
Humidifiers
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
32500, 15200, 36500, 00101, 36501, 00102, 06002, 33300
UPCs
Sold at
Discount, hardware and lighting stores; wholesale clubs; home centers; catalogs; and various online stores sold these humidifiers nationwide, from August 2000 through February 2002, for between $50 and $120.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should stop using these humidifiers and unplug them immediately. Call Hunter at any time, to arrange for a free replacement part or refund.

View the official CPSC notice