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CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Dehumidifiers

U.S. CPSCFireJan 31, 2002
Recalled Dehumidifier
Recalled Dehumidifier

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Hazard

The dehumidifiers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these dehumidifiers and unplug them immediately. Contact Whirlpool to arrange for a free repair.

Incidents & injuries

Whirlpool has received 13 reports of the dehumidifiers overheating and causing fires, three of which resulted in extensive property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

The recalled dehumidifiers were sold under the Whirlpool, Kenmore and ComfortAire brand names. The dehumidifiers are white plastic, about 2 feet high and have a front-mounted water bucket. They have serial numbers that begin with QG, QH, QJ, QK or QL. The serial number can be found on a label located on the wall behind the water bucket. Dehumidifiers with water buckets located in back are not involved in the recall.

Sold on

Department and appliance stores nationwide sold the dehumidifiers, from February 1997 through December 2001, for between $130 and $260.

Contact the company

Contact Whirlpool at (866) 640-7139 anytime or visit the firm's web site at www.repair.whirlpool.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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