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Big Lots Recalls Portable Ceramic Space Heaters Due to Fire, Electric Shock Hazard

Recalled June 20, 2012 · CPSC recall 12200 · Big Lots

Hazard

The heaters can overheat and melt, posing a fire or electric shock hazard.

Remedy

Refund

Units

About 70,500

Incidents / injuries

Big Lots has received four reports of the product overheating and melting. There are no reports of injury, fire or property damage.

Description

This recall is of two models of 1500 watt Climate Keeper ceramic heaters. Both models have a fan, two dials on top, a wire mesh panel in front and the name "Climate Keeper" and a label on the bottom with the model number and ETL 3130679. Model #FH107A has grey plastic housing. Model #PTC-902T is an oscillating heater with silver-grey plastic housing, a molded handle on top of the heater and a small extra button between the two dials which controls the oscillation.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and return it to a Big Lots store for a full refund.

Contact

For additional information, contact Big Lots toll-free at (866) 244-5687 between 9 a.m. through 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.biglots.com

Product

Portable Space Heater and Portable Oscillating Space Heater

Imported by

Big Lots, of Columbus, Ohio

Retailers

Big Lots stores nationwide from September 2010 through March 2012 for about $20 for Model #FH107A and $25 for Model #PTC-902T.

Made in

China

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