Family Dollar Stores Recalls Oscillating Ceramic Heater for Fire Hazard
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Hazard
The heaters can overheat and smoke, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the heaters and return them to a Family Dollar store for a full refund.
Incidents & injuries
Family Dollar has received three reports of the heaters overheating or smoking. There are no reports of fires and two reports of minor property damage.
Product description
The recalled heater is a 1500-watt oscillating ceramic heater. The heater has a white plastic housing with the name "Heat-Wave" in black on its top. A label on the product contains the control number "ETL 3090262."
Sold on
Family Dollar stores nationwide from September 2006 through November 2006 for about $20.
Contact the company
For additional information, contact Family Dollar at (800) 547-0359 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.familydollar.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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