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CPSC, The Metal Ware Corp. Announce Recall of Deep Fryer Covers

  • Recalled NESCO stainless steel deep fryer
Name of Product:
NESCO stainless steel deep fryers
Hazard:

The mesh filter in the cover of the deep fryer can allow moisture to build in the oil reservoir, causing the oil reservoir to boil over during or shortly after use. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy:
Replace
Recall Date:
November 06, 2003
Units:

47,000

Consumer Contact

Call The Metal Ware Corp. toll-free at (800) 726-4457 anytime or visit the firm's website at www.nesco.com.

Recall Details

Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The Metal Ware Corp., of Two Rivers, Wis., is voluntarily recalling 47,000 deep fryers. The mesh filter in the cover of the deep fryer can allow moisture to build in the oil reservoir, causing the oil reservoir to boil over during or shortly after use. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.

Name of product: Deep Fryers

Units: 47,000

Manufacturer: The Metal Ware Corp., of Two Rivers, Wis.

Hazard: The mesh filter in the cover of the deep fryer can allow moisture to build in the oil reservoir, causing the oil reservoir to boil over during or shortly after use. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: There have been eight reports of incidents, including one report of minor burns requiring medical attention.

Description: This recall involves NESCO brand, stainless steel deep fryers with a black plastic top and handles on either side. The model number is printed on the back of the product. Model numbers included in the recall are DF-250T, DF-1250T and DF-1250TL.

Sold at: Discount department stores and retail websites from May 2001 through October 2003 for about $55.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the deep fryers immediately and contact The Metal Ware Corp. to request a free replacement cover kit and complimentary gift package.

Consumer Contact: Call The Metal Ware Corp. toll-free at (800) 726-4457 anytime or visit the firm's website at www.nesco.com.

Remedy:

Consumers should stop using the deep fryers immediately and contact The Metal Ware Corp. to request a free replacement cover kit and complimentary gift package.

Incidents/Injuries:

There have been eight reports of incidents, including one report of minor burns requiring medical attention.

Sold At:
Discount department stores and retail websites from May 2001 through October 2003 for about $55.
Manufacturer(s):
The Metal Ware Corp., of Two Rivers, Wis.
Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
04-027

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