Berko Electric Toe-Space Heaters Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled August 30, 2007 · CPSC recall 07298 · Berko

Hazard

If the fan stops working and the heater continues to run, the unit can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately turn off the heater at the thermostat and, if possible, at the home's circuit breaker or fuse. Consumers should contact Marley to determine if they have a recalled heater and for further instructions.

Units

About 84,000

Incidents / injuries

Marley has received 29 reports of fires resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.

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.

What to do

Contact

For additional information, call Marley at (800) 642-4328 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.berkomep.com

Product

Toe-Space Electric Heaters

Manufacturer(s)

Berko Electric, of Peru, Ind., now known as Marley Engineered Products, of Bennettsville, S.C.

Retailers

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.

Made in

United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →