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.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- The Metal Ware Corporation, of Two Rivers, Wisc.
- Units Affected
- About 4,800
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.
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