Remote control supplied with Heatstrip outdoor heaters
Published 26 October 2023
Product
Remote controls were supplied with the following Heatstrip outdoor heater models: THG2400BA THG3200BA THH2400AA THH2400AR THH3200AA THH3200AR THX2400DCR THX3600DCR THB2200BA THB3200BA TG2200RB TF2200RA TF3000RA
Why it was recalled
The product does not comply with the mandatory safety standard for products containing button/coin batteries . The button/coin batteries are not adequately secured and are accessible to young children.
Hazard
There is a risk of choking, severe internal burn injuries or death to young children if they gain access to the button/coin batteries and swallow or place them inside their body. Severe or fatal injuries can happen in 2 hours or less.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.