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IonizAir Air Purifiers

Product nameIonizAir Air Purifiers
BrandP3 International
RetailerVarious retailers nationwide including mail-order and Internet retailers from January 2003 through July 2004 for between $60 and $90.
Product description

The recalled air purifier is a tabletop model that is about 6” x 3 1/2” x 11 1/4”. The unit has a removable cartridge with a silver-colored handle.

Model or typeIonizAir Table Top Air Purifiers
Country of originTaiwan
PictureIonizAir Air Purifiers
Risk typeFire
Risk description

The air purifier's cartridge can overheat, posing a risk of fire.

Recorded instancesP3 has received 10 reports of purifiers melting or catching fire. No injuries have been reported.
Affected Products

The recall involves model number P4620 with lot numbers beginning with either 03 or 04 or having no lot number. The lot number is located on the bottom of the air purifier. No other models or lot numbers are included in this recall.

Instructions

Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled air purifier immediately, and contact the firm for a free replacement cartridge.

For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (888) 734-0449 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.getnewcartridge.com

Date5/10/2007