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IonizAir Air Purifiers Recalled

October 5, 2007
IonizAir table top air purifiers are being recalled. The air purifier's cartridge can overheat, posing a risk of fire.

P3 International, the importer, has received 10 reports of purifiers melting or catching fire. No injuries have been reported.

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. 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.

The units were sold at various retailers nationwide including mail-order and Internet retailers from January 2003 through July 2004 for between $60 and $90. They were manufactured in Taiwan.

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

Consumer Contact: 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.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

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