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home-improvement2 years ago•5 min saved

"Top-Rated Damp-Busting Gadgets Under £10: Shoppers' Favorites Revealed"

As the demand for dehumidifiers surges in the UK due to rising energy costs and the need to combat damp and mould, experts emphasize the importance of maintaining optimal indoor humidity levels. Dehumidifiers help reduce condensation and moisture, improving air quality and making homes easier to heat. While they can be costly to run, they offer benefits such as drying clothes indoors efficiently and preventing respiratory issues associated with high humidity. Additionally, alternative methods like shock ventilation can also help reduce indoor moisture levels, and professional dehumidifiers are used for severe situations like flooding.

via BBC.com|

#air-quality #damp #dehumidifiers

consumer-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

Massive Dehumidifier Recall: Fire Hazards Spark Urgent Action

Over 1.5 million dehumidifiers sold at major retailers have been recalled due to reports of overheating and fire hazards. The affected models, manufactured between January 2011 and February 2014 by Gree Electric Appliances Inc., were sold under brand names such as Kenmore, GE, SoleusAir, Norpole, and Seabreeze. At least 23 machines caught fire, 688 machines overheated, and $168,000 in property damage was reported. Consumers are advised to stop using the dehumidifiers, unplug them, and contact Gree for a refund.

via Fox Business|

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consumer-safety2 years ago•2 min saved

Massive Dehumidifier Recall: Fire Hazards and Popular Brands Affected

Over 1.5 million dehumidifiers sold under popular brand names like GE and Kenmore have been recalled due to fire and burn hazards. The dehumidifiers, manufactured by Gree Electric Appliances, have been linked to 23 fires, 688 incidents of overheating, and $168,000 in property damage. The affected models were sold between January 2011 and February 2014 and were available at various retailers. Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled units, unplug them, and follow the instructions on the manufacturer's website for a refund.

via CNET|

#consumer-product-safety-commission #consumer-safety #dehumidifiers

consumer-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

"Massive Dehumidifier Recall Sparks Fire Safety Concerns"

Over 1.5 million dehumidifiers sold under various brand names, including Kenmore and GE, are being recalled due to fire hazards. Manufactured by Gree Electric Appliances, these dehumidifiers have been linked to nearly two dozen fires, 688 overheating incidents, and $168,000 in property damage. Consumers are advised to stop using the affected dehumidifiers and contact Gree for a refund. This is not the first recall for Gree-manufactured dehumidifiers, with a previous recall in 2013 resulting in over 2,000 overheating incidents, 450 fires, and four deaths. In 2021, Gree and its subsidiary agreed to pay $91 million for failing to disclose fire risks, and Gree USA was fined $500,000 in April 2022.

via ABC News|

#consumer-product-safety-commission #consumer-safety #dehumidifiers

consumer-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

Massive Dehumidifier Recall: Over 3 Million Units Pose Fire and Burn Hazards

Over 1.5 million dehumidifiers from popular brands such as Kenmore and GE have been recalled due to fire hazards. The recall comes after reports of 23 fires, 688 incidents of overheating, and $168,000 in property damage. The affected models, manufactured by Gree in China between 2011 and 2014, were sold at various retailers across the United States. Consumers are advised to stop using the dehumidifiers, unplug them, and contact Gree for a refund. The recall follows a separate warning from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) regarding Gree dehumidifiers, which have been associated with four deaths in house fires. Gree and its subsidiaries previously reached a $91 million resolution in 2021 for failing to notify the CPSC about defective dehumidifiers.

via The Washington Post|

#consumer-product-safety-commission #consumer-safety #dehumidifiers

consumer-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

"Massive Dehumidifier Recall: Millions Affected by Fire and Burn Hazards"

Gree USA is recalling 1.56 million dehumidifiers sold between 2011 and 2014 due to fire and burn hazards. The affected brands include Kenmore, GE, SoleusAir, Norpole, and Seabreeze. There have been 23 fires, 688 overheating incidents, and $168,000 in property damage reported. Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled dehumidifiers, unplug them, and contact Gree for a refund. Gree has been fined $500,000 for failing to notify the Consumer Product Safety Commission about the defective dehumidifiers.

via USA TODAY|

#burn-hazard #consumer-product-safety-commission #consumer-safety

consumer-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

"Massive Dehumidifier Recall: Millions Pose Fire Risk"

Over 1.5 million dehumidifiers are being recalled due to a fire risk, with 23 fires and 688 incidents of overheating reported. The recall affects 42 models of dehumidifiers sold under brand names such as Kenmore, GE, SoleusAir, Norpole, and Seabreeze, manufactured between January 2011 and February 2014. Consumers are advised to stop using the dehumidifiers, unplug them, and contact the manufacturer for a refund.

via The Hill|

#consumer-product-safety-commission #consumer-safety #dehumidifiers