Berko Electric Toe-Space Heaters Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2007-08-30 · 07298
Hazards
If the fan stops working and the heater continues to run, the unit can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Recall
Number
07298
Date
2007-08-30
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Toe-Space Electric Heaters
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Berko Electric, of Peru, Ind., now known as Marley Engineered Products, of Bennettsville, S.C.
Retailer(s)
Berko Electric wholesale distributors nationwide from 1972 through February 1985 and Emerson Electric wholesale distributors from 1980 through February 1985 for between $70 and $170.
Country of manufacture
United States
Description
The recall involves electric, toe-space heaters typically installed in kitchens and bathrooms at floor level in the recessed space under cabinets. The recall includes Berko Electric catalog numbers TS, TS-1 and TS-1A and Emerson Electric "Chromalox Comfort Heating" and "Environmental Products" catalog number KSH2000. The heater is controlled by a wall thermostat or a thermostat mounted on the front of the heater. The heater has a removable, black metal grille that measures 23 1/2 inches wide and 3 1/2 inches tall with five sets of openings, each with seven horizontal louvers.