Berko Electric Toe-Space Heaters Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

Toe-Space Electric Heaters

Date of Recall

2007-08-30

CPSC Release Number

07-298

Manufactured In

United States

Company Phone Number

(800) 642-4328

Units

About 84,000

Manufacturer

Berko Electric, of Peru, Ind., now known as Marley Engineered Products, of Bennettsville, S.C.

Sold By

Berko Electric wholesale distributors nationwide from 1972 through February 1985 and Emerson Electric wholesale distributors from 1980 through February 1985 for between $70 and $170.

Problem/Hazard

If the fan stops working and the heater continues to run, the unit can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries/Incidents

Marley has received 29 reports of fires resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recall involves electric, toe-space heaters typically installed in kitchens and bathrooms at floor level in the recessed space under cabinets. The recall includes Berko Electric catalog numbers TS, TS-1 and TS-1A and Emerson Electric "Chromalox Comfort Heating" and "Environmental Products" catalog number KSH2000. The heater is controlled by a wall thermostat or a thermostat mounted on the front of the heater. The heater has a removable, black metal grille that measures 23 1/2 -inches wide and 3 1/2 -inches tall with five sets of openings, each with seven horizontal louvers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately turn off the heater at the thermostat and, if possible, at the home’s circuit breaker or fuse. Consumers should contact Marley to determine if they have a recalled heater and for further instructions.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, call Marley at (800) 642-4328 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.berkomep.com/ts.htm

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