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CPSCRecalled Jan 26, 2006 · #06075

Fire Hazard with Oscillating Heater Sold in Wal-Mart Prompts Recall

Hazard

The wires inside the oscillating heater can short circuit and spark, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

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Description

The recalled model is CH920. The ceramic portable electric heaters are the oscillating tower type. They are gray and have a control panel attached to the top of the unit. "Maxi-Heat™" is printed on the control panel. The model number is printed on the ETL label on the bottom of the back side of the unit.

Product details

Product
Maxi-Heat™ Dream Tower Heater
Type
Electric Heaters
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
CH920
UPCs
Sold at
Wal-Mart stores nationwide from August 2005 through December 2005 for about $40.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using these heaters and unplug them. Return the recalled heaters to a Wal-Mart store for a full refund.

View the official CPSC notice