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Hunter Fan Recalls Humidifiers for Fire Hazard

U.S. CPSCFireSold on Lowe'sNov 6, 2007
Recalled Humidifier Model 36200
Recalled Humidifier Model 36200
Recalled Humidifier Models 35201, 36201
Recalled Humidifier Models 35201, 36201
Recalled Humidifier Models 35202, 35204
Recalled Humidifier Models 35202, 35204
Recalled Humidifier Models 35203, 36203
Recalled Humidifier Models 35203, 36203
Recalled Humidifier Models 35207, 36207
Recalled Humidifier Models 35207, 36207
Recalled Humidifier Models 35253, 36253
Recalled Humidifier Models 35253, 36253

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Hazard

Water used in the humidifier can leak into the unit's electrical compartment, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled humidifiers. Consumers should contact Hunter Fan to receive a free replacement humidifier or refund.

Incidents & injuries

Hunter has received four reports of incidents involving a water leak, including one report of a fire resulting in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

This recall involves Warm Mist CareFree humidifiers sold in white and black with blue or green tinted water tanks. "Hunter" and "NiteGlo" are printed on the humidifier. Model numbers are listed on a white label on the bottom of the humidifier. Model numbers and tank sizes are listed in the chart below. Model Numbers Name Size Description 36200 Carefree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2 Gallon White plastic with a blue tinted water tank 35201, 36201 Carefree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2 Gallon White plastic with a blue tinted water tank 35202, 36204 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2 Gallon White plastic with a blue tinted water tank 35203, 36203, 37203 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2 Gallon White plastic with a green tinted water tank 35207, 36207 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2 Gallon White plastic with a blue tinted water tank 35253, 36253 CareFree® Humidifier Warm Mist 2.5 Gallon Black plastic with a blue tinted water tank

Sold on

Lowe's, Wal-Mart, discount and hardware stores nationwide, as well as through mail order catalogs and Web retailers from September 2005 through February 2007 for between $40 and $65.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Hunter Fan Co. toll-free at (877) 288-1145 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.hunterfan.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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