Mastercraft Construction Heater recalled due to fire hazard

**** Recall via Health Canada

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Mastercraft Construction Heater recalled due to fire hazard

Common name: Mastercraft Construction Heater, 4800W

Product description: This recall involves the Mastercraft Construction Heater, 4800W. The Mastercraft Construction Heater is blue in colour. The recalled products have item number 052-2604. The item number and certification file number can be found on the label affixed to the back of the heater.

Hazard identified: The recalled heaters can overheat, posing a burn and fire hazard. As of November 8, Canadian Tire has received 9 reports of the product overheating, with 2 incidents of the product catching fire and damaging property in Canada. No injuries were reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to the place of purchase for store credit or to obtain a replacement unit. Proof of purchase is not required.

For more information, consumers may contact Canadian Tire by telephone at 1-800-387-8803 Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. EST and on Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST.

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