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CPSC, W.C. Wood Company Announce Recall of Dehumidifiers

Category
Units Affected
2,500
Recall Date
October 17, 2002
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Electrical Shock
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CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2305.

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

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2305.

Consumers should stop using the recalled dehumidifiers and destroy and discard them. W.C. Woods is out of business. A remedy is no longer available.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Independent Retailers Sold The Dehumidifiers Nationwide, From March 2002 Through June 2002, For Between $160 And $190. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.

Consumer Contact (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2305.

The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).

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Independent Retailers Sold The Dehumidifiers Nationwide, From March 2002 Through June 2002, For Between $160 And $190. Recall FAQ

Independent Retailers Sold The Dehumidifiers Nationwide, From March 2002 Through June 2002, For Between $160 And $190. is the subject of a kitchenware recall: CPSC, W.C. Wood Company Announce Recall of Dehumidifiers. The notice was published on October 17, 2002 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 2,500 units are potentially affected.