CPSC, Thrifty Paper Co. Announce Recall of Electric Fans
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2002-10-08 · 03005
Hazards
These electric fans have undersized wiring, use a power plug that is not polarized, overheat and have an improperly sized grill, all of which could cause electrocution, electric shock, fire, and finger entrapment hazards to consumers.
Recall
Number
03005
Date
2002-10-08
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Electric Fans
Companies
Retailer(s)
Discount and variety stores in the metropolitan New York area sold these electric fans, from April 2000 through June 2002, for between $10 and $15.
Distributor(s)
Thrifty Paper Co. Inc., of Hempstead, NY
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The recalled electric fans, which have the brand name "Top Choice" printed on the fan blade cover, were sold under seven different model names: SF16BU(BE), SF16BK, DF16BU(BE), DF18, FL18, and BSD-18066. The model name can be found on the motor housing. The DF18 and FL18 models have a label that reads, "Hi Velocity Top Choice Air Circulator," which is also located on the fan blade cover. The three-speed, four-position fans are either floor-mounted or table-top units. The fans were manufactured in China.