Fellowes Climate Control Footrests

CPSC Recall #10-723 — February 24, 2010

Recall #10-723 Date: February 24, 2010 Remedy: Refund

Product

Fellowes Climate Control Footrests

Description

The recalled footrests are black and made of plastic. The Fellowes brand item #80309 can be found on the serial label at the bottom side of the footrest, which can be identified by Revision or letter "A" on the label, which appears after the date code.

Hazard

The footrest's fan can become blocked and overheat when used in the upright position, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents / Injuries

No injuries were reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heated footrest and contact Fellowes to arrange for the return and replacement of the product or a full refund.

Units Affected

About 1,000

Sold At

Business to Business resellers only, including Office Depot Business Services Division, SP Richards, Staples Advantage, United Stationers, Tri-Mega, and WW Grainger. These products were not sold in retail locations. The footrests sold from October 2009 through January 2010 for about $73.

Importer

Fellowes, Inc., of Itasca, Ill.

Manufactured In

China

What Should You Do?

Stop using this product immediately. Check if you purchased it and follow the remedy instructions — contact the manufacturer for a Refund. If you experienced an injury, report it to the CPSC SaferProducts.gov.