Product description

Model No: HPF50. Catalogue No: VS3-50. Approval No: Q04708. The fan was on sale between January 2005 and March 2008 nationally through chain stores including Bunnings, The Goodguys, Harvey Norman, Retravision, Betta Electrical, Mitre 10 and Kmart.

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Reason the product is recalled

The pedestal fans may have an internal mechanical defect which under some circumstances could result in the cable between the control panel and motor housing being damaged and posing risk of fire.

The hazards to consumers

Fire

What consumers should do

Customers should cease using and return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information contact the supplier on 1300 659 489.

Details to help identify the product

Supplier running the recall

GAF Control Australia Pty Ltd

Identifying product features

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Identifying numbers

Other identifying numbers

N/A

Where the product was sold

Nationally

Responsible regulators

Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.

Quote PRA number 2008/9928 when contacting a regulator about this recall.

Recall and remedy questions

Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:

  • a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
  • concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.