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Fire / OverheatingNovember 22, 2005CPSC #06037

CPSC, Haier America Trading LLC Announce Recall of Oscillating Electric Tower Fans

Product
Fans
Units affected
150,000
Remedy
contact manufacturer

What was recalled

This recall involves a Haier oscillating electric tower fan, model FTM140GG. The gray tower fan has three speed settings and a 120-minute shut-off timer. "Haier" is printed on a silver label near the top of the front of the tower. The model number is printed on the lower back of the fan. No other Haier fans are included in this recall.

Hazard

Internal electrical arcing in the fan can cause a fire hazard.

Injuries

Haier has received eight reports of fires or flames associated with this electric fan, including minor property damage and one report of minor burns.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Discount department stores nationwide from February 2004 through November 2005 for between $20 and $30.

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Recalled Fan
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