13963 - Touch Point Forced Air Heater Oscillating

 

Product Description:  Touch Point Forced Air Oscillating Heater

This recall involves Touch Point brand oscillating forced air fan heaters with model number
HW-218 and date code 0811. The model number and date code are on a silver sticker on the bottom of the heater. Universal Product Code (UPC) 7-13733-30927-1 is on the bottom of the packaging. The heaters are white, 12 inches tall, 9 inches wide and 8 inches deep. They have two round control knobs and a red
warning light on the top front, and a black on/off switch on the front base that controls the fan’s oscillation. The words “Touch Point” appear on the right front of the heater’s base.
 
Importe/Retailer: Meijer Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.      Made in: China
 
Date Recall Posted: 11/22/2011
 
UPC:   
           
 
00000007-13733-30927-1
 
TOUCH POINT FAN HEATER OSCILLATING
           
Summary of Recall: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
 
Hazard: Exposed and unshielded electrical components can cause the heater to overheat and melt, posing fire and electrical shock hazards.
   
What You Should Do: Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using immediately and contact Meijer or return it immediately to your nearest Meijer store for a Full Refund.
 
Consumer Contact Information:
Consumers with questions regarding this recall should contact Meijer for further direction at 1-800-927-8699 anytime or go to their website at www.meijer.com.