Sauna By Airwall Recalls Infra-Red Sauna Rooms Due to Fire Hazard

Infra-Red Sauna Rooms

Date of Recall
2008-06-12

CPSC Release Number
08-584

Manufactured In
China

Units
About 225

Distributor
Sauna By Airwall Inc., of Bellflower, Calif.

Manufacturer
Xuzhou Waterstar Electronic Co.

Sold By
Authorized Sauna By Airwall dealers nationwide from November 2006 through April 2008 for between $600 and $4,000.

Problem/Hazard
The heating unit and fuse can fail, leading to overheating of the saunas. This defect can result in a serious fire hazard to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents
Sauna By Airwall has received four reports of fires resulting in property damage. There have been no reports of personal injury.

Description
The recalled infra-red sauna rooms are made of wood and include the following model numbers: IC I, IC II, IC III, IC IV, and IC V. The model number is indicated on the serial plate located on the back of the machine, in the lower right hand corner.

IC I (1-Person) Dimensions: 35.5"x41.5"x75"(in)
IC II (2-Person) Dimensions: 47"x47"x75"(in)
IC III (3-Person) Dimensions: 60"x49"x75"(in)
IC IV (4-Person) Dimensions: 69"x53"x75"(in)
IC V (Corner) Dimensions: 59"x23.5"x49x75"(in)

Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and disconnect from power source, and contact the firm for a refund. All known users have been contacted.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact the firm collect at (562) 630-2283 between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or via e-mail at [email protected]

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