The fans could overheat during use, and do not have sufficient guards to prevent possible finger entrapment. These fans present electrocution, shock, fire, and finger amputation hazards.
Recall
Number
01036a
Date
2000-11-21
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
T16-inch "PIONEER" brand desk fans
Companies
Retailer(s)
Discount stores in the metropolitan New York area sold these electric fans, from April 1999 through June 2000, for about $20.
Importer(s)
The Morton Paper Co., of Brooklyn, N.Y,
Country of manufacture
Taiwan
Description
The desk fan being recalled is a 16-inch "PIONEER" brand. The desk fan is labeled on its base as "PIONEER, 16" DESK FAN, MADE IN TAIWAN".