PetSmart Recalls Top Fin Plastic Aquarium Heaters Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
Aquarium heaters
Date of Recall
2014-08-01CPSC Release Number
14-244Manufactured In
ChinaUnits
About 33,000Manufacturer
Shenzhen Xing Risheng Industrial Co. Ltd., of ChinaImporter
PetSmart Inc., of PhoenixSold By
PetSmart stores nationwide from March 2014 to April 2014 for between $27 and $37.Problem/Hazard
The heaters are insufficiently grounded, posing a risk of electrical shock to the consumer.Injuries/Incidents
None reportedDescription
This recall involves all 50-, 100-, 150-, 200- and 250-watt Top Fin brand plastic aquarium heaters. The heaters are black cylinders about 1 1/2 inches in diameter and about 13 inches tall2.5 in L x 1.9 in W x 13.5 in H. Recalled heaters have model number HT50, HT100, HT150, HT200 or HT250. Lot numbers for the recalled heaters are 1839, 1901, 1903, 1904, 1907, 1908 and 1910. "Top Fin," "Premium Aquarium Heater," the model number and the heater's wattage are printed on the side of the heater near the top. Below that, the lot number is printed beneath the words "Made in China."
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the heater, unplug it, remove it from the aquarium and return it to any PetSmart store for a full refund.Consumer Contact
PetSmart toll-free at (888) 839-9638 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at www.petsmart.com and click on News Room under About PetSmart at the bottom of the page, then click on Product Notices & Recalls for more information.Recall Comments
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