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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 17, 2002
Release # 03-019
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Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 826-8578
CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: Scott Wolfson, (301) 504-7051
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CPSC, W.C. Wood Company Announce Recall of Dehumidifiers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety
Commission (CPSC), W.C. Wood Company, of Ottawa, Ohio, is voluntarily
recalling about 2,500 dehumidifiers. Internal wiring can abrade on metal
parts, presenting a risk of electric shock to consumers if the
insulation wears through.
W.C. Wood discovered the problem through routine testing. No
injuries or incidents have been reported. This recall is being done to
prevent the possibility of injury.
The recall includes Wood's and Edison model 40-pint capacity
dehumidifiers. The dehumidifiers were sold in white (Wood's) and beige
(Edison) plastic with the word "Wood's" or "Edison" printed across the
control panel. Both models have control knobs for fan speed and humidity
level, and a "bucket full" light. The model and serial numbers are
written on a label behind the removable water bucket on the front of the
unit. The label reads in part, "Wood's" or "Edison" and "Made in
Canada."
| Model Name |
Model Number |
Serial Number |
| Wood's |
WMD40W |
08603098 - 08822606 |
| Edison |
EMD40 |
08669467 - 08669490 |
Independent retailers sold the dehumidifiers nationwide from March
2002 through June 2002 for between $160 and $190.
Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled dehumidifiers
immediately. To arrange for a free repair, consumers can call W.C. Wood
at (800) 826-8578 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. For more information, consumers can visit the firm's web site at www.wcwood.com
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