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Lasko Recalls Box and Pivoting Floor Fans Posing Fire Hazard

Reported: February 8, 2006 Initiated: February 8, 2006 #06085

Product Description

This recall involves various models of Lasko, Galaxy, Air King and General Electric fans manufactured between January 1999 and July 2001, and sold through February 2004. Styles and model numbers of recalled fans, which are either stamped or on a label on the bottom of the fans, are listed below: Brand Type of Fan Model Numbers Lasko Box Fan Cyclone Fan Wind Machine Air Companion Air Director Wind Tunnel Models 3700, 3723, 3733, 3750 Models 3510, 3550, 3800, 35105 Models 3300 and 3521 Model 3515 Model 2135 Models 3400 and 3410 General Electric Box Fan Cyclone Fan Model 106620 Models 106600, 106630 Galaxy Box Fan Model 3733 Air King Cyclone Fan (20" deluxe pivot fan) Air Companion (15" deluxe pivot fan) Model 9500 Model 9515 Detailed information and pictures of affected models can be found at www.laskoproducts.com

Reason for Recall

An electrical failure in the motor can pose a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the fans immediately and contact Lasko to receive a free fan protection cord adaptor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves various models of Lasko, Galaxy, Air King and General Electric fans manufactured between January 1999 and July 2001, and sold through February 2004. Styles and model numbers of recalled fans, which are either stamped or on a label on the bottom of the fans, are listed below: Brand Type of Fan Model Numbers Lasko Box Fan Cyclone Fan Wind Machine Air Companion Air Director Wind Tunnel Models 3700, 3723, 3733, 3750 Models 3510, 3550, 3800, 35105 Models 3300 and 3521 Model 3515 Model 2135 Models 3400 and 3410 General Electric Box Fan Cyclone Fan Model 106620 Models 106600, 106630 Galaxy Box Fan Model 3733 Air King Cyclone Fan (20" deluxe pivot fan) Air Companion (15" deluxe pivot fan) Model 9500 Model 9515 Detailed information and pictures of affected models can be found at www.laskoproducts.com. Recalled by Lasko Products Inc., of West Chester, Pa.. Units affected: About 5.6 million.
Why was this product recalled?
An electrical failure in the motor can pose a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the fans immediately and contact Lasko to receive a free fan protection cord adaptor.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 8, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06085.