Electric Fans Recalled by Agis Enterprises Co.
What was recalled
The fans being recalled are a 12-inch desk fan, a 16-inch desk fan, a 16-inch stand fan, an 18- inch stand fan with three legs, and an 18-inch stand fan with a round base. Writing on all of these fans includes "AGIS" and "MADE IN TAIWAN."
Hazard
The fans could overheat during use, present an electrocution hazard and do not have sufficient guards to prevent fingers from contacting the fan blades, posing the risk of finger amputations.
Injuries
None reported.
Made in
Taiwan
Where it was sold
- Discount stores in the metropolitan New York area sold these electric fans, from April 1998 through September 1999, for about $50.
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