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Product recall · CPSCJanuary 29, 2015Worth checking
Sunbeam Holmes Oil Filled Heaters Due to Scald Hazard
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The oil-filled heaters can spray heated oil, posing a scald hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heater, unplug it and contact Sunbeam for instructions on how to obtain a full refund.
Who to contact: Sunbeam Products, Inc. at (800) 515-4715 anytime, or online at www.holmesproducts.com and click on "Oil Filled Heater Recall" for more information.
The product
This recall involves Holmes brand oil-filled heaters that are black or white in color. The heaters included in the recall are about 23 inches tall, 6 inches deep and 12 inches wide and have model number HOH3000 or HOH3000B printed on a label on the bottom of the product. The "Holmes" logo is near the power switch and temperature control. Products affected have a code on the heater plug blade within the following range: G192 through G298. No other codes are affected.
Details
- Units affected
- About 34,000 in United States
- Recall date
- January 29, 2015
- Made or distributed by
- Sunbeam Products, Inc., Boca Raton, Fla.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received approximately 40 reports of units that unexpectedly sprayed heated oil, resulting in reports of property damage involving damaged carpet and fabrics. No injuries reported.
HOH3000
Target and small department stores nationwide from August 2014 through November 2014 for about $50.
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: “Sunbeam Recalls Holmes Oil Filled Heaters Due to Scald 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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