CPSC recall 12-200, announced June 20, 2012, covers Big Lots Portable Space Heater and Portable Oscillating Space Heater (about 70,500 units). The heaters can overheat and melt, posing a fire or electric shock hazard. The notice cites 4 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and return it to a Big Lots store for a full refund. Recall contact: call (866) 244-5687, or go to www.biglots.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
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.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The heaters can overheat and melt, posing a fire or electric shock hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Big Lots has received four reports of the product overheating and melting. There are no reports of injury, fire or property damage.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and return it to a Big Lots store for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Big Lots
- Product type
- Space heaters
- Recall number
- 12-200
- Units
- About 70,500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Big Lots stores nationwide from September 2010 through March 2012 for about $20 for Model #FH107A and $25 for Model #PTC-902T.
- Importer
- Big Lots, of Columbus, Ohio
Portable Space Heater and Portable Oscillating Space Heater
CPSC product type: Electric Heaters
Recall contact information
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
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