Lombard Fire advises recall of electric heaters

LOMBARD, Illinois—The Lombard Fire Department would like to make residents aware of an electric heater recall by Walmart. The heaters can malfunction resulting in overheating, smoking, burning, melting and fire.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced yesterday a voluntary recall of the Flow Pro, Airtech, Aloha Breeze & Comfort Essentials Heaters.

Consumers should stop using these products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

About 2.2 million of the heaters were sold exclusively at Walmart Stores Inc., nationwide, from December 2001 through October 2009 for about $18.

The heaters are grey with a metal handle on the top with vents and grey control knobs on the front. The model number is 1013 and can be found on a label on the lower left corner of the back panel of the heater.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heater and return the product to any Walmart store for a full refund.

For additional information, contact Walmart toll-free at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.walmart.com.