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Recall #03-019 · Published October 17, 2002

Dehumidifier

CPSC, W.C. Wood Company Announce Recall of Dehumidifiers

CPSC published a recall notice for Dehumidifier from W.C. Wood Company on October 17, 2002. CPSC identifies this hazard: Internal wiring can abrade on metal parts, presenting a risk of electric shock to consumers if the insulation wears through. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the recalled dehumidifiers and destroy and discard them. W.C. Woods is out of business. A remedy is no longer available.

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Recalled Dehumidifier
Recalled Dehumidifier
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Affected model numbers

40-PINT
Additional identifying details

The model and serial numbers are written on a label behind the removable water bucket on the front of the unit.

Why it was recalled

Internal wiring can abrade on metal parts, presenting a risk of electric shock to consumers if the insulation wears through.

Incidents and injuries

W.C. Wood discovered the problem through routine testing. No injuries or incidents have been reported. This recall is being done to prevent the possibility of injury.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled dehumidifiers and destroy and discard them. W.C. Woods is out of business. A remedy is no longer available.

Product and sales details

Brand
W.C. Wood Company
Recall number
03-019
Units
About 2,500
Manufactured in
Canada
Sold at / sales period
Independent retailers sold the dehumidifiers nationwide, from March 2002 through June 2002, for between $160 and $190.
Importer
W.C. Wood Company, of Ottawa, Ohio

Dehumidifier

CPSC product type: Dehumidifiers

Recall contact information

The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).

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