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CPSCRecalled Mar 5, 2014 · #14120

Twin-Star Recalls Duraflame Electric Space Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Hazard

The heater can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

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Description

This recall involves Duraflame-branded electric space heaters, model DFS-220, sold in three colors, black, red and white. The heater's flame effect resembles a fireplace and works with or without heat. The heaters measure about 14.5 inches high, 13 inches wide and 8 inches deep. The on-off switch and the high/low heat settings are located on the upper left back side of the unit. The Duraflame logo appears on the front of the unit. The model number can be found on a white label located on the heater's back panel.

Product details

Product
Duraflame electric space heaters
Type
Electric Heaters
Manufacturer
Twin-Star International, of Delray Beach, Fla.
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Farmer's Furniture, Meijer, QVC, R.C. Willey, Ross and other retailers nationwide and online at Maxtool.com between August 2013 through January 2014 for about $60.
Made in
China

What you should do

Customers should immediately turn off and unplug the electric space heater and contact Twin-Star for a full refund.

View the official CPSC notice