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Personal Finance
Dehumidifiers recalled
April 20, 2001: 2:02 p.m. ET

Possible electrical defect prompts concern of fire hazard to consumers
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NEW YORK (CNNfn) - LG Electronics Inc., of Seoul, South Korea, is recalling about 100,000 Goldstar, General Electric, and Sears Kenmore portable dehumidifiers for a possible defect in the internal electrical connection, causing a potential fire hazard to consumers.

The company said it has received seven reports of dehumidifiers overheating, including four reports of fire within the units, with smoke damage to surrounding objects.

No injuries have been reported. graphic The recalled dehumidifiers are white, with a red auto shut off button, and regulators for fan speed and humidity control.

The dehumidifiers were manufactured between November 1998 and May 1999, and have the following brand names and model numbers: Goldstar DH2510, DH4010 and DH5010; General Electric AHG25LAG1, AHG40LAG1 and AHG50LAG1; and Sears Kenmore 580.59600890 (60-pint model only).

The brand name is located to the left of the control unit. The model number is located behind the condensate bucket, on a sticker on the left hand side. Mass merchandise and department stores nationwide sold the dehumidifiers from January 1999 through December 1999 for a price of between $100 and $200. Consumers should stop using the dehumidifiers immediately and call LG Electronics toll-free (800) 651-1602 for a free repair.  graphic




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