Big Lots Recalls Portable Ceramic Space Heaters Due to Fire, Electric Shock Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2012-06-20 · 12200
Hazards
The heaters can overheat and melt, posing a fire or electric shock hazard.
Recall
Number
12200
Date
2012-06-20
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Portable Space Heater and Portable Oscillating Space Heater
Remedies
Options
Refund
Companies
Retailer(s)
Big Lots stores nationwide from September 2010 through March 2012 for about $20 for Model #FH107A and $25 for Model #PTC-902T.
Importer(s)
Big Lots, of Columbus, Ohio
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall is of two models of 1500 watt Climate Keeper ceramic heaters. Both models have a fan, two dials on top, a wire mesh panel in front and the name "Climate Keeper" and a label on the bottom with the model number and ETL 3130679. Model #FH107A has grey plastic housing. Model #PTC-902T is an oscillating heater with silver-grey plastic housing, a molded handle on top of the heater and a small extra button between the two dials which controls the oscillation.