Woolworths Ltd—Home Collection & Abode 2000W Oscillating Fan Heater (RECALL EXTENDED)

PRA number

2012/13058

Published date

Product description

Home Collection 2000W Oscillating Fan Heater & Abode 2000W Oscillating Fan Heater
(Note: This recall is an extension of the previous recalls of the Home Collection and Abode 200W oscillating fan heaters, model no. NFE200. Refer to PRA 2011/12602 and PRA 2011/12603.)
Home Collection - Images and Base Plate
Abode - Images and Base Plate
Identifying features
Model No.: NFE20O Approval No.: SGSEA/080880 Home Collection: REF No.: 317034 APN: 9 300633 144128 Batch Nos.:100110, 091215, 100330 Abode: KEYCODE: 7088872 APN: 9 339346 063464 Batch Nos.: 100105, 100206

Other identifying numbers

Model No.: NFE20O
Approval No.: SGSEA/080880

Home Collection:
REF No.: 317034
APN: 9 300633 144128
Batch Nos.:100110, 091215, 100330

Abode:
KEYCODE: 7088872
APN: 9 339346 063464
Batch Nos.: 100105, 100206

What are the defects?

Incorrect internal crimping may result in the wiring and crimp connector overheating, causing a fire hazard.

What are the hazards?

Affected units could cause smoke, fumes and fire.

What should consumers do?

Consumers should cease using the products immediately and return them to any Woolworths Supermarkets or Big W store for a full refund.

Supplier

Woolworths Ltd

Traders who sold this product

Home Collection fan heaters are sold at Woolworths Supermarkets. Abode heaters are sold at Big W stores.

Where the product was sold

Nationally

Dates available for sale

-

Recall advertisements and supporting documentation

Recall Notice - Home Collection and Abode 2000W Oscillating Fan Heaters.pdf 1.05 MB

Responsible regulator

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.

Product category

Electrical
Heating, cooling, fans