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Product recall · CPSCDecember 8, 2022Serious
3M Scotch™ Thermal Laminators
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
A safety feature can malfunction if the laminator overheats, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled laminators and contact 3M for a full refund and instructions on how to properly dispose of the laminator. Consumers should fill out the online recall registration form. 3M will then email the consumer directly to request additional information and inform consumers of how to properly dispose of the laminator.
Who to contact: 3M at 800-772-4337 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.scotchbrand.com/3M/en_US/scotch-brand/tl1302-laminator-recall/ or online at www.scotchbrand.com and click on "TL1302 Laminator Recall" at the top of the page for more information.
The product
This recall involves the Scotch thermal laminators that are light gray/white in color with gray accents with the following model numbers: TL1302, TL1302VP, TL1302EF, and TL1302KIT. The laminators have "Scotch" printed on front. The laminating slot is approximately 13 inches wide and the machine has a carrying handle on the right side. The model number and device serial number can be found on a sticker on the bottom of the laminator. The sticker on all devices includes only the model "number" TL1302 without letters.
Details
- Units affected
- About 516,500 (In addition, about 3,560 were sold in Canada)
- Recall date
- December 8, 2022
- Brand
- 3M Company, of St. Paul, Minnesota
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- 3M has received nine reports of the laminators catching on fire, including three reports of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
TL1302
Walmart, Staples, Costco and other stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com, Amazon.com and Staples.com from April 2014 through October 2022 for between $35 and $90.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “3M Recalls Scotch™ Thermal Laminators Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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