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Explorer III Wood Stove
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Why it was recalled
When the top load lid of the stove is being used, the handle can become disengaged from the locked position, allowing the lid to unexpectedly slam shut on the consumer's fingers.
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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports
The firm has received five reports of incidents, including two reports involving minor injuries when fingers got caught in the lid.
The official remedy
Remedy type: repair
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using wood stove and contact Hearth & Home Technologies for a free repair kit. The firm's dealers are contacting all known purchasers.
Product and sales details
ManufacturerHearth & Home Technologies of Lakeville, Minn.
UnitsAbout 650
Made inUnited States
Sold atFireside Hearth & Home stores and Hearth & Home Technologies independent dealers
Sales periodFebruary 2015 – August 2016
PriceAbout $3,000
Category
Appliances
How to reach the firm
Phone
800-883-6690
8 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www
Recall page
www.hearthnhome.com
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