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PackTite Recalls Bed Bug Heating Units Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: December 10, 2013 Initiated: December 10, 2013 #14048

Product Description

This recall involves PackTite bed bug heating units sold with PackTite™ original bed bug treatment systems. Consumers place items for bed bug treatment inside PackTite's black canvas bag and turn the heater on inside the bag. The white heaters are attached to a black wire frame that fits in the bag. PackTite™ is printed in white on the bag. The bags measure 36 inches long by 19 inches wide by 24 inches tall. The recalled heaters do not have any visible text on the up-facing side of the heater casing, but they do have reset instructions on the underside of the heater.

Reason for Recall

The bed bug heaters can overheat, melt and cause a fire, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heating units and contact PackTite for a free replacement heater

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves PackTite bed bug heating units sold with PackTite™ original bed bug treatment systems. Consumers place items for bed bug treatment inside PackTite's black canvas bag and turn the heater on inside the bag. The white heaters are attached to a black wire frame that fits in the bag. PackTite™ is printed in white on the bag. The bags measure 36 inches long by 19 inches wide by 24 inches tall. The recalled heaters do not have any visible text on the up-facing side of the heater casing, but they do have reset instructions on the underside of the heater.. Recalled by Nuvenco Inc., dba PackTite™, of Ft. Collins, Colo.. Units affected: About 9,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The bed bug heaters can overheat, melt and cause a fire, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heating units and contact PackTite for a free replacement heater
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 10, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14048.