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Home Depot Recalls Soleil Portable Fan Heaters Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: July 25, 2013 Initiated: July 25, 2013 #13249

Product Description

This recall involves Soleil portable fan heaters with model number LH-707. The model number is printed on the underside of the fan on a sticker. The circular table fans are white plastic and are 1500 watts. Soleil is printed on the center front of the fan. The fans have a thermostat control on the bottom left front and a power and fan speed control on the bottom right front. The fans measure about 8 inches in diameter by 8½ inches tall.

Reason for Recall

The portable fans plastic housing can melt, deform and catch fire during use, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fan heaters and return them to Home Depot for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Soleil portable fan heaters with model number LH-707. The model number is printed on the underside of the fan on a sticker. The circular table fans are white plastic and are 1500 watts. Soleil is printed on the center front of the fan. The fans have a thermostat control on the bottom left front and a power and fan speed control on the bottom right front. The fans measure about 8 inches in diameter by 8½ inches tall.. Recalled by Shanghai Limach Mfg. Co. Ltd., of China. Units affected: About 107,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The portable fans plastic housing can melt, deform and catch fire during use, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fan heaters and return them to Home Depot for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 25, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13249.