August 13, 2004
Name
of product:
Ceiling Fans with Light
Units: 1,200
Manufacturer: Vaxcel International Co. Ltd., of Glendale Heights, Ill.
Hazard: These ceiling fans were assembled without the proper wire
insulation sleeving, which could result in exposed wiring. Consumers could
receive an electrical shock during installation or removal.
Description: These down-rod-mount, dual-motor, 36-inch ceiling fans were
sold in chrome, stone white, brush nickel, polished brass, antique brass, or
weathered patina finishes. Model number 355-6645 is printed on the box and on a
label located on the central housing of the ceiling fan. The brand names of the
fans are “Aire Tek” and “Turn-of-the- Century Apollo Series” which is written
on the packaging only. A label located on the central housing of the ceiling
fan displays the File Number “E215078,” the UL Listing Mark, and the model
number 355-6645. Vaxcel had previously recalled the same model fan sold under
the “Aire Tek” brand name.
Sold at: Menard stores nationwide between January 2002 and May 2002 for
between $350 and $450.
Manufactured in: Taiwan
Remedy: Consumers should contact Vaxcel to verify if they have one of
the recalled ceiling fans and to receive a free replacement ceiling fan if they
do. To avoid the risk of shock while checking or removing a recalled fan,
consumers should turn off the power source to the fan. Consumers are encouraged
to use a professional electrician. Vaxcel will reimburse consumers up to $75
for charges incurred in removing recalled fans.
Consumer Contact: Call Vaxcel at (800) 482-9235 between 9 a.m. and 5
p.m. CT Monday through Friday.