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Product Recall
GE Brand Dehumidifiers by Midea Recalled for Repair Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart
GE Brand Dehumidifier by Midea
GE Brand Dehumidifiers
Recall Date: April 29th, 2014
Type: Dehumidifiers
Units: About 15,500
Hazards: A component in the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
Remedies: Repair
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifiers, unplug them and contact Midea for instructions on returning their recalled dehumidifier for a free repair. Consumers should not return the recalled dehumidifiers to the retailer where purchased.
Description
This recall involves 30-pint portable GE brand dehumidifiers. The dehumidifiers are white plastic and measure about 19 inches tall, 13 inches wide and 9 inches deep with a front-loading water bucket. "GE" and digital controls are located on top of the dehumidifier. Model, serial and manufacture dates are located on a label on the back of the dehumidifier. The model, serial and manufacture dates included in the recall are: Model Number Serial Number Begins with: Manufacture Date ADKW30LN AT1, DT1, FT1 or GT1 2010/01 through 2010/04 (for January 2010 through April 2010)
Images:
GE Brand Dehumidifier by Midea
Back of GE Brand Dehumidifier by Midea
Model/Serial Number Label on the back of the GE Brand Dehumidfier by Midea
Consumer Contact:
Midea toll-free at (855) 861-2799 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.midea.com/us/ and click on Product Recall Info at the bottom of the page under the Support heading.Injuries:
Midea and GE have received one report of a fire contained within the dehumidifier unit. No other property damage or injuries have been reported.
Manufacturers:
GD Midea Air Conditioning Equipment Ltd., of China
Retailers:
Walmart stores nationwide from March 2010 to December 2010 for about $170.
Importers:
GE Appliances & Lighting, of Louisville, Ky.
