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Fire / OverheatingJune 7, 2011CPSC #11240

Venmar Ventilation Recalls Air Exchangers Due to Fire Hazard

Product
Air Purifiers
Units affected
1,400
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

This recall involves air exchangers sold under different brands that are used to circulate air in and out of the home. The metal air exchangers are painted blue or grey. Air exchangers included in the recall were manufactured from 1996 through 2001 and have brand and model information printed on the unit's rating plate or on the side of the unit. The following brand names and model numbers are included in the recall: Brand Model Venmar EA 20XXX, 41005, Air Exchanger Venmar AVS 4100X vanEE 1601510 Flair 41XXX Hush 1601510 Guardian by Broan AE60

Hazard

The motor in the air exchangers can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Injuries

The firm has received nine reports of overheating incidents resulting in fires and property damage outside of the United States. No incidents have been reported in the United States.

Made in

Canada

Where it was sold

  • Heating, plumbing and building supply distributors nationwide from January 1996 through December 2001 for between $350 and $850.

Photos

Recalled air exchangerRecalled air exchanger
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