CPSC, Brinkmann Announce Recall of Outdoor Tabletop Propane Heaters
CPSC recall 02181 · announced June 13, 2002 · The Brinkmann · 45,000 units affected
The product
The recalled Outdoor Tabletop Heaters are about 33 inches tall and operate with a disposable 1 lb. propane tank, commonly sold in outdoor and camping stores. The base of the heater has a label that reads "BRINKMANN OUTDOOR TABLETOP HEATER" and has the model number 883-1000-0. The heater also has 'mood lighting' around the base, that is battery operated. These heaters were manufactured in China.
The hazard
The heaters can emit high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), which poses a risk of CO poisoning to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
The firm is no longer in business and the recall remedy is no longer available. Discard this product. Do not donate or resell.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Brinkmann received one report of a CO death involving the use of this outdoor heater, inside of a camper.
Sold at: Retailers, including Wal-Mart, Menards, and Galyan's, sold these heaters, from September 2001 through May 2002, at a range of prices up to $100, depending on the retail location.
Consumer contact: The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.