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Air Movers Recalled by Packaging Tape Inc. Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: March 6, 2014 Initiated: March 6, 2014 #14125

Product Description

This recall involves air movers/blowers that are used to dry floors in commercial and residential buildings. The air mover's molded plastic housing measures about 18 inches high by 18 inches deep by 16.5 inches wide and has a 25-foot yellow electrical cord. They have an on/off switch located on the left side of the front of the unit. Models OPS-2500-CF and OPS-2500-CFR are black and model OPS-2200Y-CF is yellow. The model number is available on the sales invoice. The CleanFreak.com logo and phone number are printed on a white label with green lettering on the front of the unit and on a silver or yellow label on the back of the unit.

Reason for Recall

The air mover/blower's thermal switch can fail and cause the motor to overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

User should stop using the recalled air movers/blowers and contact Packaging Tape to receive a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves air movers/blowers that are used to dry floors in commercial and residential buildings. The air mover's molded plastic housing measures about 18 inches high by 18 inches deep by 16.5 inches wide and has a 25-foot yellow electrical cord. They have an on/off switch located on the left side of the front of the unit. Models OPS-2500-CF and OPS-2500-CFR are black and model OPS-2200Y-CF is yellow. The model number is available on the sales invoice. The CleanFreak.com logo and phone number are printed on a white label with green lettering on the front of the unit and on a silver or yellow label on the back of the unit.. Recalled by Packaging Tape, Inc., of Wausau, Wis.. Units affected: About 2,800.
Why was this product recalled?
The air mover/blower's thermal switch can fail and cause the motor to overheat, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
User should stop using the recalled air movers/blowers and contact Packaging Tape to receive a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 6, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14125.