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CPSC, Electrolux Home Products Announce Recall of Air Conditioning/Heating Units

U.S. CPSCFireJun 3, 2004
Recalled Room Air Conditioning and Heating Unit
Recalled Room Air Conditioning and Heating Unit

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Hazard

The heating coil in the units can be damaged during assembly, causing an electrical short and overheating, which poses a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the units immediately and contact Electrolux for a free inspection and repair, if needed.

Incidents & injuries

Electrolux has received two reports of incidents, though there have been no injuries.

Product description

The recalled air conditioning/heating units are installed "thru-the-wall" and include the Frigidaire FAH12EM21 model and Carrier models 52FED31201AA.. The model numbers can be found on a serial plate on the side of the unit. The beige AC/heating units are about 14" high, 24" wide, and 20" in depth.

Sold on

Independent dealers, builders, and remodelers, between June 2003 and September 2003, for about $500.

Contact the company

Call Frigidaire toll-free at (866) 335-1754 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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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