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CPSC, Lado Co. of America Announce Recall of Hair Dryers

Reported: March 9, 2004 Initiated: March 9, 2004 #04540

Product Description

The recalled units are the Formula 3000, Energy Turbo, and Rapid 1085 electric hand-held hair dryers. These hair dryers have a pistol grip, black or dark blue colored plastic casing, two-prong power cord, and a label that reads in part: "Lado Professional" and "110V/60HZ". The model name and number also are printed on the label.

Reason for Recall

These hair dryers do not have an immersion protection device or ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) on the power cord, which poses a serious electrocution hazard if dropped in water. In 1991, a voluntary standard was implemented that called for all hair dryers used by consumers to protect against electrocution in both the "on" and "off" positions.

Remedy

Stop using these hair dryers immediately and return the unit to the firm for a refund or replacement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled units are the Formula 3000, Energy Turbo, and Rapid 1085 electric hand-held hair dryers. These hair dryers have a pistol grip, black or dark blue colored plastic casing, two-prong power cord, and a label that reads in part: "Lado Professional" and "110V/60HZ". The model name and number also are printed on the label.. Recalled by Lado Co. of America, of Flushing, N.Y.. Units affected: 600.
Why was this product recalled?
These hair dryers do not have an immersion protection device or ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) on the power cord, which poses a serious electrocution hazard if dropped in water. In 1991, a voluntary standard was implemented that called for all hair dryers used by consumers to protect against electrocution in both the "on" and "off" positions.
What should consumers do?
Stop using these hair dryers immediately and return the unit to the firm for a refund or replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 9, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04540.