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CPSC, Lakewood Announce Recall of Electric Heaters (02133)

U.S. CPSCElectric shockApr 3, 2001
Recalled electric heater, model 797
Recalled electric heater, model 797
Recalled electric heater, model 797 DFT
Recalled electric heater, model 797 DFT

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Hazard

The electrical connections inside of the heater can become loose, causing the heater's metal frame to become energized. This poses a serious electric shock hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these heaters, disable and discard them. The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available.

Incidents & injuries

CPSC and Lakewood have not received any reports of incidents. This recall was conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

Product description

The recalled electric heaters have model numbers 797 or 797 DFT, which is stamped on the back of the unit. The Model 797, which is painted white, and the Model 797 DFT, which is painted gray, have a control panel with temperature and wattage selections. The rounded, metal units also have the word, "/////Lakewood" printed on the control panel.

Sold on

Retailers nationwide, including Wal-Mart and Kmart, sold the heaters, between October 2000 and February 2002, for about $30.

Contact the company

The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).

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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