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CPSC, Research Products Corp. Announce Recall of Electronic Air Cleaners

Recalled January 24, 2005 · CPSC recall 05090 · Research Products

Recalled Electronic Air Cleaner
Hazard
The air cleaner's plastic inner housing and filter are not flame-resistant. If electrical arcing occurs in the cleaner, a fire can develop. This poses a risk of burn injuries and property damage.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately turn off the unit or unplug it. Consumers also should contact Research Products Corp. to receive a free repair kit containing the flame-retardant inner housing and filter.
Units
About 67,000
Incidents / injuries
Research Products has received six reports of fires involving these air cleaners. No injuries were reported.

Description

The recall involves all Aprilaire Model 5000 Electronic Air Cleaners. The air cleaners are almond colored and are located near the heating and cooling equipment. An identification label on the access door reads "Aprilaire Model 5000."

What to do

Consumers should immediately turn off the unit or unplug it. Consumers also should contact Research Products Corp. to receive a free repair kit containing the flame-retardant inner housing and filter.

Contact

For more information, call Research Products Corp. toll-free at (888) 742-2401 between between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers also can visit the firm's Web site at www.aprilaire.com

Product
Aprilaire Electronic Air Cleaners
Manufacturer(s)
Research Products Corp., of Madison, Wis.
Retailers
Independent HVAC dealers nationwide from June 2000 through December 2004 for an installed price of about $800.
Made in
United States

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