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Fire / OverheatingJuly 21, 2021CPSC #21168

Harbor Freight Tools Recalls One Stop Gardens 15,000 and 30,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heaters Due to Burn Hazard

Product
Heaters
Units affected
350,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves the One Stop Gardens 15,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater (Item #63073) and the One Stop Gardens 30,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater (Item #63072). The heaters are designed to mount on top of a standard 20 lb. propane tank, and have an "easy start" with variable heat control valve, high efficiency heat reflector, and safety shutoff. SKU Description Item #63073 One Stop Gardens 15,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater Item #63072 One Stop Gardens 30,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater

Hazard

In windy weather, the flame can be directed to the rear of the unit, which can melt the "tip switch" safety shut off feature at the rear of the heater. This poses a risk that the heater will not turn off if it tips over and poses a burn hazard to consumers.

Injuries

The firm has received reports of nine incidents of flame redirection to the rear of the heater and/or the tip switch safety feature melting. Three of these incidents resulted in minor burn injuries when the consumers attempted to turn off the unit.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide and online at www.harborfreight.com from December 2015 through April 2021 for about $45 for the 15,000 BTU model and about $75 for the 30,000 BTU model.

Photos

Recalled 15,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater (Item #63073)Hang Tag on recalled 15,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater showing Item #63073Recalled 30,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater (Item #63072)Label on recalled 30,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater showing Item #63072
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