Berko Electric Toe-Space Heaters Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
危险说明 Hazard
- If the fan stops working and the heater continues to run, the unit can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
受影响产品
官方描述 Description
The recall involves electric, toe-space heaters typically installed in kitchens and bathrooms at floor level in the recessed space under cabinets. The recall includes Berko Electric catalog numbers TS, TS-1 and TS-1A and Emerson Electric "Chromalox Comfort Heating" and "Environmental Products" catalog number KSH2000. The heater is controlled by a wall thermostat or a thermostat mounted on the front of the heater. The heater has a removable, black metal grille that measures 23 1/2 inches wide and 3 1/2 inches tall with five sets of openings, each with seven horizontal louvers.
事故与伤害 Incidents / Injuries
- Marley has received 29 reports of fires resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
官方补救措施 Remedy
- Consumers should immediately turn off the heater at the thermostat and, if possible, at the home's circuit breaker or fuse. Consumers should contact Marley to determine if they have a recalled heater and for further instructions.
消费者联系信息
For additional information, call Marley at (800) 642-4328 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.berkomep.com
相关企业
制造商:Berko Electric, of Peru, Ind., now known as Marley Engineered Products, of Bennettsville, S.C.
制造国家/地区:United States
零售商:Berko Electric wholesale distributors nationwide from 1972 through February 1985 and Emerson Electric wholesale distributors from 1980 through February 1985 for between $70 and $170.