CPSC, National Presto Industries Inc. Announce Recall of Deep Fryer Basket Handles

The Presto CoolDaddy electric deep fryers have model numbers 0544404 (product number 21-419) and 0544504 (product number 21-439). The deep fryers are white, with the words, "Presto CoolDaddy or "Presto Pride® CoolDaddy®" written on the front. The model numbers are located on the bottom of the deep fryer and the product number is located on the bottom of the carton. Only the deep fryer baskets with silver screws attaching the basket handle are involved in this recall. Basket handles with black screws, and deep fryers with magnetic detachable cords are not involved in this recall.. Recalled by National Presto Industries Inc. (Presto), of Eau Claire, Wis.. Units affected: About 50,000.

The handles on the fryer baskets can come off, resulting in hot oil spattering the user and bystanders.

Consumers should stop using their deep fryer baskets immediately, and contact Presto to receive a free repair kit.

This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 18, 2001. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02019.