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Food Dehydrator
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
A defective capacitor in the electronic control module can overheat, posing a smoke and 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 product and contact NESCO for instructions on how to receive a free electronic control module.
Who to contact: For more information, contact NESCO at (800) 726-4457 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.nesco.com
The product
The recalled product includes a base with stackable trays to place food. The top of the unit houses the electronic control module. Model number FD-1020 and production date codes: 09E 0610; 09E 0624; and 09E 0903 are molded into the underside of the dehydrator's electronic control module.
Details
- Units affected
- About 4,800
- Recall date
- January 20, 2011
- Brand
- The Metal Ware Corporation, of Two Rivers, Wisc.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- NESCO received three reports of overheating resulting in smoke or fire. No injuries have been reported.
National mass merchandisers and retailers and online at www.nesco.com and other websites from July 2009 to January 2011 for about $140.
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: “Food Dehydrator Recalled by NESCO American Harvest 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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