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Carbon Monoxide (CO)
CPSC, Academy Sports and Outdoors Announce Recall of Propane Heaters
The heaters have a 6-inch heat reflector and operate with a disposable 16.4-ounce or 14.1-ounce propane tank, sold separately. The product has a chrome neck, a black "on/off" switch, and a black plastic base that houses the propane cylinder.
Required Consumer Action
Return the heaters to any Academy Store for a refund.
Contact Information
Academy stores at (800) 577-8684 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.academy.com
Recall Details
Sold At
"Academy Sports and Outdoors" stores exclusively sold the heaters in Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Texas, from Sept. 2001 through May 2003, for about $20.
Injuries
No injuries have been reported. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Manufacturer
Academy Sports and Outdoors
Recall Number
03175
Product Information
Product Name
Timber Creek Propane Heaters
Product Type
Kerosene/Propane/Wood Heaters
Manufacturer Name
Academy Sports and Outdoors
Manufactured In
China