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Product recall · CPSCMarch 19, 2008Serious
Salton Inc. Electric Toasters
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The toaster can turn on without bread in the slots and ignite items placed on top of it, 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 stop using the toaster immediately, unplug it, and cut off the power cord where it enters the body of the toaster. Consumers who return the power cord in the prepaid envelope that will be provided will receive a full refund.
Who to contact: Contact Salton at (800) 233-9054 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.esalton.com
The product
This recall involves the chrome two-slice electric toasters sold under the following brands: Farberware (model # FCT200 or FCT100), Hoffritz (model # HZT2 and HZT2M), and Russell Hobbs (model #RH2MT). The brand name and model number are printed on a plate located on the underside of the toaster.
Details
- Units affected
- About 12,000 (This recall was first announced in Dec. 2007)
- Recall date
- March 19, 2008
- Made or distributed by
- Salton Inc., of Lake Forest, Ill.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
FCT200HZT2RH2MT
Online and retail liquidators nationwide from January 2000 through December 2007 for between $40 and $50.
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: “Salton Inc. Recalls Electric Toasters 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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