CPSCRecalled Jan 11, 2011 · #11088
GE and Professional Series Brand Dehumidifiers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard
A component in the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
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This recall involves 30-pint and 40-pint portable dehumidifiers manufactured between November 2006 and August 2007, and during April 2008. The dehumidifiers are white with a front-loading water bucket. "GE" or "Professional Series" and digital controls are located on top of the dehumidifier. Model and serial numbers are located on the back of the dehumidifiers. Model and serial numbers included in the recall are: Brand Model Number Begins With: Serial Number Begins With: GE AHK30LK, AHW30LK, AHM30LK,AHK40LK, AHH40LK, and AHM40LK VL1, ZL1, AM1, DM1, FM1,GM1, HM1, LM1, MM1, RM1 CEM "Professional Series" PS78303 from C10102336010841 4100001to C10102336010841 5103037
Product details
- Product
- GE and Professional Series Brand Dehumidifiers
- Type
- Dehumidifiers
- Manufacturer
- GD Midea Air Conditioning Equipment Ltd., of China
- Model numbers
- AHK30LK, AHW30LK, AHM30LK, AHK40LK, AHH40LK, AHM40LK, VL1, ZL1, AM1, DM1, FM1, GM1, HM1, LM1, MM1, RM1, PS78303, C10102336010841, 510303, 5103037
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Walmart, Sam's Club, Home Depot, Menards and other retail stores nationwide from February 2007 through June 2009 for between $140 and $180.
- Made in
- China
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifiers and contact Midea to determine if their product is included in the recall. Consumers with recalled dehumidifiers will return their product to an authorized service center for a free repair. Consumers should not return the recalled dehumidifiers to the place of purchase.