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    Marineland Aquarium Heaters Recall

    United Pet Group has issued a voluntary recall of approximately 1.2 million Marineland aquarium heaters due to fire and laceration hazards.

    The Cincinnati-based company reported that a wiring problem with its Marineland Stealth and Stealth Pro aquarium heaters can cause the heaters to overheat or break during normal use. Overheating could cause the heater to catch fire or shatter or cause the aquarium glass to break.

    UPG, which is owned by Spectrum Brands Holdings, said it has received 38 reports of fires that caused property damage and 48 reports of broken aquarium glass. There has been one report of an eye injury when a heater forcefully broke in a consumer’s hands.

    The following is a list of the recalled heaters, which were sold at pet store across the United States and on various websites from January 2004 through February 2011 for $20 to $300:

    Marineland Stealth Marineland Stealth Pro
    Wattage Model # Wattage Model #
    25W ETP25 25W ML90447-00
    50W ETP50 50W ML90448-00
    75W ETP75 75W ML90449-00
    100W ETP100 100W ML90450-00
    150W ETP150 150W ML90451-00
    200W ETP200 200W ML90452-00
    250W ETP250 250W ML90453-00
    300W ML90454-00


    The heaters involved in the recall are black plastic tubes and have a temperature adjustment knob at the top. “Stealth” or “Stealth Pro” is printed on the side heater. The model number and the wattage rating are printed below the model name.

    Consumers are urged to stop using the heaters immediately and contact UPG for a free replacement heater or a full refund. For additional information, call UPG at 1-800-338-4896

    Consumers may report incidents related to the recalled heaters to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
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    Re: Marineland Aquarium Heaters Recall

    Oh wow, I have the 300W version, but I haven't used it much thank goodness. Good post! thanks

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    Re: Marineland Aquarium Heaters Recall

    Thanks....Your welcome UF.
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    Re: Marineland Aquarium Heaters Recall

    I bought a 300 watt last year but can't remember what brand...guess I'll know I have the wrong brand when the house burns down around my ears.
    JCO
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