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Product recall · CPSCFebruary 7, 2013Serious
BlueStar Wall Ovens
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
Some of the wall ovens have been improperly installed and/or have damaged flexible gas appliance connectors, 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 stop using the recalled ovens, contact BlueStar for instructions on identifying affected units and to schedule a repair.
Who to contact: BlueStar; at (800) 449-8691, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.bluestarcooking.com and click on "Recall" for more information.
The product
This recall involves all colors of three models of BlueStar gas-powered stainless steel wall ovens manufactured prior to November 23, 2012. Oven sizes include 24-, 30- and 36-inche wide units. Each of the three sizes was available for use with natural gas or liquid propane. The propane version is designated by the letter "L" at the end of the model number. Model numbers and date codes are located on the rating plate inside the control panel. There is a BlueStar logo on the upper left front of the oven, above the door. Model Name Model Numbers Color 24-Inch BlueStar™ residential wall oven with swing door BWO24AGS BWO24AGSL All Colors 30-Inch BlueStar™ residential wall oven with French doors BWO30AGS BWO30AGSL All Colors 36 -Inch BlueStar™ residential wall oven with French doors BWO36AGS BWO36AGSL All Colors
Details
- Units affected
- About 940
- Recall date
- February 7, 2013
- Brand
- Prizer Painter Stove Works Inc., of Reading, Pa.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received one report of a fire, resulting in property damage to the cabinet that held the oven. No injuries have been reported.
Appliance stores and authorized kitchen equipment dealers nationwide between January 2008 through November 2012 for between $2,250 and $3,900.
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: “BlueStar Wall Ovens Recalled by Prizer Painter Stove Works 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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