Tosot Dehumidifier Recall (2024)

FAQs

What dehumidifiers are on the recall list? ›

That recall involved models sold under the brand names Danby, De'Longhi, Fedders, Fellini, Frigidaire, GE, Gree, Kenmore, Norpole, Premiere, Seabreeze, SoleusAir, and SuperClima. The agency says they can overheat, smoke, and catch fire.

If your dehumidifier won't stay running or shuts off too soon, the problem may be with the humidity control or humidistat. The humidistat monitors the relative humidity in the air and then supplies power to the compressor circuit when the humidity level exceeds the user's set point.

Most portable dehumidifiers have a lifespan of around five years, depending on how heavily they are used. Whole-home dehumidifiers last around eight to 15 years, depending on how heavily they're used and how often filters are cleaned and changed.

A. Please arrange for disposal of your recalled dehumidifier by contacting your local waste removal vendor (do not return unit to store).

Conversely, your dehumidifier becomes the target for mold, mildew, fungi and bacteria growth on the coil, in the holding tank, the filter and other parts. The following cleaning tips help prevent dehumidifier mold and mildew to help it work more effectively and efficiently.

The latest dehumidifier recall was in August 2021 by AeonAire. [2] They had to have 2 million units returned after the Consumer Product Safety Commission found that they had caused over 450 fires and $20 million in damage.

People with eczema (atopic dermatitis) may be especially prone to flare-ups in a dry environment. When you use a dehumidifier, you might need to be especially mindful of staying hydrated. If you have a dry cough or stuffy nose, running a dehumidifier might do more harm than good, too.

Where is the best place to leave a dehumidifier? ›

Firstly, it's worth noting that the most effective place to position a dehumidifier is in the centre of a room. This allows the air to circulate properly around the unit. The only time when this positioning can be disregarded is if the unit has a top-mounted air discharge.

In some cases, solving the malfunction code is as simple as removing and cleaning the filter on your unit, or unplugging the unit for a few minutes and plugging it back in. The malfunction code F0 means your dehumidifier is low on refrigerant, typically caused by a leak in the enclosed refrigerant system.

Dehumidifiers contain electrical components that can go bad, in addition to internal wiring that can short or come loose from connection terminals. Models made within the past decade or so might contain electronic control boards that can burn out and stop working.

Make sure the hose is routed downward. A drain hose that bends or that has been routed to drain water uphill will not work. This drain setup relies on gravity to work correctly. Check to ensure that your drain hose is free from bends, kinks, clogs, or other damage that may prevent water from flowing freely.

Anyone who has the recalled dehumidifiers is strongly encouraged to immediately stop using them, unplug them, and contact LG Electronics for the free repair. The recall involves the 30 pint portable dehumidifiers sold under the Goldstar and Comfort-Aire brands.

Recall Details

This recall involves 20, 25, 30, 40, 45, 50, 65 and 70-pint dehumidifiers with brand names Danby, De'Longhi, Fedders, Fellini, Frigidaire, GE, Gree, Kenmore, Norpole, Premiere, Seabreeze, SoleusAir and SuperClima.

This recall involves 25, 30, 40, 50, 60, 65, 70, and 75-pint dehumidifiers with the following brand names: Airworks, Alen, Arcticaire, Arctic King, Beaumark, Coolworks, ComfortAire, Comfort Star, Continental Electic, Crosley, Daewoo, Danby, Danby & Designer, Dayton, Degree, Diplomat, Edgestar, Excell, Fellini, Forest ...

More than 1.5 million dehumidifiers including models by brand names GE and Kenmore have been recalled because of a risk of fire and burns. The units were manufactured by Gree USA, the U.S. arm of a Chinese appliance company, have been linked to 23 fires and 688 overheating incidents.