Intertek Warns of Unauthorized ETL Certification Mark on Heating Panels

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Intertek’s warning applies to MP Global Products’ Model QW1505-120, described as “quiet warmth, electric radiant heating panels.” As seen in the photo, the model shows combined ETL certification mark for Canada and US with adjacent Control Number 3050800.

Intertek advises that this product should not be used and returned to the point of purchase.

Distributors and retailers should discontinue sales and return all inventories to their supplier. See this and other product warnings at www.intertek.com/public-notices/.

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