CPSC recall 11-088, announced January 11, 2011, covers GE and Professional Series Brand Dehumidifiers (about 198,000 units). A component in the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The notice cites 14 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifiers and contact Midea to determine if their product is included in the recall. Recall contact: call (877) 593-8721, or go to www.recallverification.com.
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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Model and serial numbers included in the recall are: Brand Model Number Begins With: Serial Number Begins With: GE AHK30LK, AHW30LK, AHM30LK,AHK40LK, AHH40LK, and AHM40LK VL1, ZL1, AM1, DM1, FM1,GM1, HM1, LM1, MM1, RM1 CEM "Professional Series" PS78303 from C10102336010841 4100001to C10102336010841 5103037
Which products are included?
This recall involves 30-pint and 40-pint portable dehumidifiers manufactured between November 2006 and August 2007, and during April 2008. The dehumidifiers are white with a front-loading water bucket. "GE" or "Professional Series" and digital controls are located on top of the dehumidifier. Model and serial numbers are located on the back of the dehumidifiers. Model and serial numbers included in the recall are: Brand Model Number Begins With: Serial Number Begins With: GE AHK30LK, AHW30LK, AHM30LK,AHK40LK, AHH40LK, and AHM40LK VL1, ZL1, AM1, DM1, FM1,GM1, HM1, LM1, MM1, RM1 CEM "Professional Series" PS78303 from C10102336010841 4100001to C10102336010841 5103037
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A component in the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Midea and GE have received a total of 14 reports of incidents involving smoke and fumes emitting from the unit and eight reports of fires. In six of the reported fire incidents, property damage extended beyond the unit. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifiers and contact Midea to determine if their product is included in the recall. Consumers with recalled dehumidifiers will return their product to an authorized service center for a free repair. Consumers should not return the recalled dehumidifiers to the place of purchase.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- GE and Professional Series
- Manufacturer
- GD Midea Air Conditioning Equipment Ltd., of China
- Product type
- Dehumidifiers
- Recall number
- 11-088
- Units
- About 198,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Walmart, Sam's Club, Home Depot, Menards and other retail stores nationwide from February 2007 through June 2009 for between $140 and $180.
- Importer
- GEA Products L.P., of Louisville, Ky., CEM Global LLC, of China (Professional Series)
GE and Professional Series Brand Dehumidifiers
CPSC product type: Dehumidifiers
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Midea toll-free at (877) 593-8721 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.recallverification.com
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