[Recalled] Goldstar, General Electric, and Sears Kenmore portable dehumidifiers — The recalled dehumidifiers are white, with a red auto shut off button, and regu… | CPSC 2001-04-19
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | Goldstar, General Electric, and Sears Kenmore portable dehumidifiers |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | LG Electronics Inc., of Seoul, South Korea |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 01130 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 19 April 2001 |
| EAN / barcode | 59600890 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: The recalled dehumidifiers are white, with a red auto shut off button, and regulators for fan speed and humidity control. The dehumidifiers were manufactured between November 1998 and May 1999, and have the following brand names and model numbers: Goldstar DH2510, DH4010 and DH5010; General Electric AHG25LAG1, AHG40LAG1 and AHG50LAG1; and Sears Kenmore 580.59600890 (60-pint model only). The brand name is located to the left of the control unit. The model number is located behind the condensate bucket, on a sticker on the left hand side. Hazards: These dehumidifiers have an internal electrical connection that can overheat, presenting a potential fire hazard to consumers.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Review the official notice to confirm whether your unit is affected.
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