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Servpro Recalls Notus Air Movers Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: June 26, 2012 Initiated: June 26, 2012 #12739

Product Description

This recall involves commercial air movers/blowers used to dry flooring, walls and furniture in homes and other buildings. The air movers' green plastic housing measures about 18 inches high by 18 inches long by 18 inches deep. The air movers have a 25-foot yellow electrical cord.

Reason for Recall

The air mover/blower's internal electrical capacitor can fail and overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Users should immediately stop using the recalled air movers/blowers and contact Servpro for a free repair kit to be installed by users. Servpro is directly contacting franchises that purchased the air movers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves commercial air movers/blowers used to dry flooring, walls and furniture in homes and other buildings. The air movers' green plastic housing measures about 18 inches high by 18 inches long by 18 inches deep. The air movers have a 25-foot yellow electrical cord.. Recalled by EDIC, of Los Angeles, Calif.. Units affected: About 24,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The air mover/blower's internal electrical capacitor can fail and overheat, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Users should immediately stop using the recalled air movers/blowers and contact Servpro for a free repair kit to be installed by users. Servpro is directly contacting franchises that purchased the air movers.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 26, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12739.