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Food Dehydrator Recalled by NESCO American Harvest Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: January 20, 2011 Initiated: January 20, 2011 #11104

Product Description

The recalled product includes a base with stackable trays to place food. The top of the unit houses the electronic control module. Model number FD-1020 and production date codes: 09E 0610; 09E 0624; and 09E 0903 are molded into the underside of the dehydrator's electronic control module.

Reason for Recall

A defective capacitor in the electronic control module can overheat, posing a smoke and fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact NESCO for instructions on how to receive a free electronic control module.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled product includes a base with stackable trays to place food. The top of the unit houses the electronic control module. Model number FD-1020 and production date codes: 09E 0610; 09E 0624; and 09E 0903 are molded into the underside of the dehydrator's electronic control module.. Recalled by The Metal Ware Corporation, of Two Rivers, Wisc.. Units affected: About 4,800.
Why was this product recalled?
A defective capacitor in the electronic control module can overheat, posing a smoke and fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact NESCO for instructions on how to receive a free electronic control module.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 20, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11104.