August 21, 2003
About 40,000 Timber Creek propane heaters made by Academy Sports and Outdoors are being recalled. The heaters can emit high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), posing a risk of CO poisoning if used indoors.
The heaters have a 6 inch heat reflector and operate with a disposable 16.4-ounce or 14.1-ounce propane tank, sold separately. The product has a chrome neck, a black "on/off" switch, and a black plastic base that houses the propane cylinder.
The units were sold at Academy Sports and Outdoors in Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Texas from Sept. 2001 through May 2003 for about $20.
Consumers should return the heaters to any Academy Store for a refund. For more information, contact Academy stores at (800) 577-8684 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.academy.com.
