CPSC Recall in 2007: Tower Fans Recalled by the Holmes Group Due to Fire Hazard
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The Holmes Group, of Milford, Mass., is voluntarily recalling about 300,000 Holmes Oscillating Tower Fans. Electrical arcing in the fan's wiring can cause a fire hazard.Name of product: Holmes® Oscillating Tower FansUnits: About 300,000Distributor: The Holmes Group, of Milford, Mass.Hazard: Electrical arcing in the fan's wiring can cause a fire hazard.Incidents/Injuries: The Holmes Group has received 16 reports of property damage, including one reported injury involving minor burns and smoke inhalation.Description: The recall involves the Holmes HT30 Oscillating Tower Fan. The model number can be found on the silver label on the back of the unit. The tower fans are white. "Holmes®" is printed on the front of the base.Sold at: Target, Bed Bath & Beyond and additional department and specialty stores nationwide from July 2002 through June 2005 for about $30.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the fans and contact The Holmes Group for instructions on receiving a free replacement unit.Consumer Contact: For additional information, call The Holmes Group at (800) 524-9204 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.holmesfanrecall.com.
Electrical arcing in the fan's wiring can cause a fire hazard.
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The Holmes Group has received 16 reports of property damage, including one reported injury involving minor burns and smoke inhalation.
Target, Bed Bath & Beyond and additional department and specialty stores nationwide from July 2002 through June 2005 for about $30.
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