CPSC Recall - Issued 7/25/2013
Home Depot Recalls Soleil Portable Fan Heaters Due to Fire Hazard
Manufacturer: Shanghai Limach Mfg. Co. Ltd
Product: Soleil Portable Fan Heaters
Hazard: The portable fans plastic housing can melt, deform and catch fire during use, posing a fire hazard.
Injuries: Home Depot has received 464 reports of the fans melting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
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.
Remedy: Home Depot toll-free at (877) 527-0313 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET any day, or online at www.homedepot.com and click on Product Recalls for more information.
Sold At: Home Depot stores nationwide from September 2012 through May 2013 for about $15.
Units: About 107,000
Consumer Contact: Home Depot toll-free at (877) 527-0313 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET any day, or online at www.homedepot.com and click on Product Recalls for more information.
Company Website: www.homedepot.com
