Portable Space Heaters Recalled by PD Sixty Distributor Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2011-02-08 · 11720
Hazards
The space heater can overheat due to loose electrical connections, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
11720
Date
2011-02-08
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Portable space heaters
Remedies
Options
Dispose
Companies
Retailer(s)
Hancock Fabrics stores nationwide and by America's Sewing Machine Company, of Augusta, Ga. through nationwide direct marketing from October 2008 through March 2009 for between $380 and $480.
Importer(s)
PD Sixty Distributor Inc., of Norcross, Ga.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves Creative Heating Solutions brand portable space heaters with model number CH-750, CH-750FC, CH-1500 or CH-1500FC. The heater is wooden on three sides, with metal on the fourth side. The front of the heater includes a vent and a clear plastic faceplate with six black buttons. Some units have "Creative Heating Solutions" stamped into the rear metal panel and the model number on a white label on the rear metal panel.