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Commercial Ice Cube Machines Recalled by Scotsman Due to Fire Hazard

  • Fig. 1: The model and serial numbers are on a sticker located in one of two possible locations, depending on the ice machine model
  • Fig. 2: If your ice machine has either of the two stickers shown here (flag or green checkmark), your ice machine does not need a retrofit kit
Name of Product:
Scotsman® Commercial Modular Cube Ice Machines (Modular Cubers)
Hazard:

The solenoid, an electrical component in the product, can fail and result in an electrical arc that can pose a fire hazard.

Remedy:
Repair
Recall Date:
February 25, 2010
Units:

About 43,000

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Scotsman at (800) 541-0520 between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.scotsman-ice.com.

Recall Details

Description:

The recalled machines are designed to be installed on top of ice storage bins or ice dispensers, and typically are used in commercial establishments. Model numbers begin with C0322, C0330, C0522, C0530, C0630, C0830, C1030, C1448, C1848, C2148, EH130, EH222, EH330, or EH430, and serial numbers of the recalled machines within these model designations begin with 05, 06, 07, 08 or 09. Model and serial numbers are on the back of all machines and, depending on the model, behind the machine's front panel either in the lower right corner of the machine or on the left side of the sheet metal wall that separates the larger (equipment) compartment from the smaller (ice-making) compartment.

Scotsman® commercial flake and nugget ice machines, commercial undercounter cube ice machines, and residential ice machines are not involved in this recall.

Remedy:

Customers should stop using the recalled ice cube machines immediately and contact the company to schedule a free repair.

Incidents/Injuries:

The company has received four reports of fires and 37 reports of burned or melted components, resulting in replacement of machines and component parts. No injuries have been reported.

Sold Exclusively At:
Commercial food service equipment distributors and dealers nationwide from September 2006 through December 2009 for between $4,000 and $14,000.
Manufacturer(s):
Scotsman Group LLC, of Vernon Hills, Ill.
Manufactured In:
United States
Recall number:
10-147

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