CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

Electrocution/Electric Shock
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • August 13, 2004

CPSC, Vaxcel International Co. Ltd. Announce Second Recall of Ceiling Fans

These down-rod-mount, dual-motor, 36-inch ceiling fans were sold in chrome, stone white, brush nickel, polished brass, antique brass, or weathered patina finishes. Model number 355-6645 is printed on the box and on a label located on the central housing of the ceiling fan. The brand names of the fans are "Aire Tek" and "Turn-of-the- Century Apollo Series" which is written on the packaging only. A label located on the central housing of the ceiling fan displays the File Number "E215078," the UL Listing Mark, and the model number 355-6645. Vaxcel had previously recalled the same model fan sold under the "Aire Tek" brand name.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should contact Vaxcel to verify if they have one of the recalled ceiling fans and to receive a free replacement ceiling fan if they do. To avoid the risk of shock while checking or removing a recalled fan, consumers should turn off the power source to the fan. Consumers are encouraged to use a professional electrician. Vaxcel will reimburse consumers up to $75 for charges incurred in removing recalled fans.

Contact Information

Call Vaxcel at (800) 482-9235 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

Recall Details

Sold At
Menards stores nationwide, between January 2002 and May 2002, for between $350 and $450.
Injuries
None reported.
Manufacturer
Menards
Recall Number
04198

Product Information

Product Name
Aire Tek and Turn-of-the-Century Apollo Series ceiling fans with light
Product Type
Fans
Manufacturer Name
Menards
Manufactured In
Taiwan

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Full Contact Information

Call Vaxcel at (800) 482-9235 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.