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Ceramic heater recalled for fire hazard
- January 5, 2007 2:33 PM
- By Peter Hadzipetros
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a recall of oscillating ceramic heaters on Friday because they could overheat and smoke.
The 1,500-watt heaters were sold at Family Dollar stores in the United States from September 2006 through November 2006 for about $20 US.
Family dollar has learned of three incidents where the units overheated or smoked. Two of the incidents resulted in minor property damage.
The heater is marked with a label that reads ETL 3090262.
Consumers should stop using the units and return them to the store for a refund.
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