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Recall 01130 — Goldstar, General Electric, and Sears Kenmore portable dehumidifiers

U.S. CPSC · United States · 2001-04-19

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Agency
U.S. CPSC
Recall identifier
01130
Date of alert
2001-04-19
Country / jurisdiction
United States
Risk type
recall
Brand
LG Electronics Inc., of Seoul, South Korea
Product category
consumer_product
Barcode (EAN/GTIN)
59600890
Reported risk: 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.
Primary source: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-LG-Electronics-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Gol

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