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GE and Professional Series Brand Dehumidifiers
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
A component in the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifiers and contact Midea to determine if their product is included in the recall. Consumers with recalled dehumidifiers will return their product to an authorized service center for a free repair. Consumers should not return the recalled dehumidifiers to the place of purchase.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Midea toll-free at (877) 593-8721 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.recallverification.com
The product
This recall involves 30-pint and 40-pint portable dehumidifiers manufactured between November 2006 and August 2007, and during April 2008. The dehumidifiers are white with a front-loading water bucket. "GE" or "Professional Series" and digital controls are located on top of the dehumidifier. Model and serial numbers are located on the back of the dehumidifiers. Model and serial numbers included in the recall are: Brand Model Number Begins With: Serial Number Begins With: GE AHK30LK, AHW30LK, AHM30LK,AHK40LK, AHH40LK, and AHM40LK VL1, ZL1, AM1, DM1, FM1,GM1, HM1, LM1, MM1, RM1 CEM "Professional Series" PS78303 from C10102336010841 4100001to C10102336010841 5103037
Details
- Units affected
- About 198,000
- Recall date
- January 11, 2011
- Brand
- GD Midea Air Conditioning Equipment Ltd., of China, GEA Products L.P., of Louisville, Ky., CEM Global LLC, of China (Professional Series)
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Midea and GE have received a total of 14 reports of incidents involving smoke and fumes emitting from the unit and eight reports of fires. In six of the reported fire incidents, property damage extended beyond the unit. No injuries have been reported.
Walmart, Sam's Club, Home Depot, Menards and other retail stores nationwide from February 2007 through June 2009 for between $140 and $180.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “GE and Professional Series Brand Dehumidifiers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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