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Waxcessories® Recalls Electric Simmer Pots Due to Risk of Fire and Shock

  • Recalled Electric Simmer Pot Label
  • Recalled Electric Simmer Pots
Name of Product:
Electric Simmer Pots
Hazard:

The simmer pots have wire connections that can become loose, posing a risk of fire and electric shock to consumers.

Remedy:
Replace
Recall Date:
April 24, 2008
Units:

About 830,000

Consumer Contact

For further information, call (800) 899-5884 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the recall Web site at www.simmerpotrecall.com

Recall Details

Description:

The electric simmer pots were sold in a variety of styles and were designed to melt scented wax in a ceramic cup. The cup sits on a ceramic base that contains a 40-watt bulb, socket and electric cord. The recall includes all designs of the electric simmer pots and all item numbers. The words "ELECTRIC SIMMER POT" and the design name are printed on the bar code label, which is located on the bottom of the base. For a complete list of individual item numbers and photos, visit the firm's recall Web site at www.simmerpotrecall.com.

Remedy:

Consumers should stop using the simmer pots immediately and contact Waxcessories for instructions on receiving a free replacement product.

Incidents/Injuries:

There have been 161 reports of discolored cords, loose wires, and wires separating from the pot. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:
Gift and novelty shops nationwide from April 2002 through April 2008 for between $17 and $25.
Importer(s):

Waxcessories® Inc., of Dracut, Mass.

Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
08-255

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