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Product recall · CPSCNovember 10, 2011Serious
W.P. Appliances Combination Grills/Griddles Due to Overheating and Electrical Shock Hazards
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
A defect in the electrical wiring of the electric grills/griddles can pose a risk of overheating, melting and an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
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 combination grills/griddles and contact W.P. Appliances for instructions on returning the grills/griddles for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact W.P. Appliances toll-free at (855) 666-0478 anytime, or visit the firm's recall website at www.brtgg010-recall.com
The product
This recall includes Wolfgang Puck brand combination electric grills/griddles with dual thermostatic controls and model number BRTGG010. The grills measure about 14.5 inches in width, 11 inches in depth and 6.5 inches in height. The model number is located on an ETL/Intertek foil sticker label affixed to the bottom of the unit. The stainless steel grills/griddles have "Wolfgang Puck Bistro Collection" stamped on the front of the unit next to the control dials. They feature a stainless steel handle used to compress the top and bottom grill plates.
Details
- Units affected
- About 27,000
- Recall date
- November 10, 2011
- Brand
- YouO Electric Appliances Co. Ltd., of China, W.P. Appliances Inc., of Hollywood, Fla.
- What has been reported
- The firm has received four reports of electrical shock and two reports of melted plastic housing.
BRTGG010
The Home Shopping Network (HSN) nationwide, HSN's telephone ordering system and online at www.HSN.com for about one week between April 30, 2011 through May 6, 2011 for about $100.
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: “W.P. Appliances Recalls Combination Grills/Griddles Due to Overheating and Electrical Shock Hazards; Sold Exclusively at HSN”
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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