CPSCOctober 6, 2004

CPSC, New York Zion Trading Corp. Announce Recall of

CPSC, New York Zion Trading Corp. Announce Recall of Electric Fans

Why was CPSC, New York Zion Trading Corp. Announce Recall of recalled?

The wiring is undersized and the power plug is not polarized, creating fire and shock hazards.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using these fans immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Contact: Call New York Zion Trading Corp. collect at (718) 909-7899, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Portable oscillating electric fans
Company
New York Zion Trading Corp., of Flushing, New York
Quantity
About 2,500
Sold at
Discount and variety stores in the New York City metropolitan area sold these electric fans during May 2004 for about $10.
Recall date
October 6, 2004
Incidents / injuries
No reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recall involves 16-inch diameter 3-speed oscillating fans which mount on adjustable stands. "NYZT" appears in the center of the front fan guard. The model numbers, FS-1601A and FS-1607C, are found on a silver label on the back of the controls. The fans come in two color combinations: either blue and white, or all gray.

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