Fellowes Climate Control Footrests
CPSC Recall #10-723 — February 24, 2010
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.