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Consumer product recall

Archived - Bravetti Stainless Steel Deep Fryer (3-basket model)

Starting date:
September 1, 2008
Posting date:
December 31, 2008
Type of communication:
Consumer Product Recall
Subcategory:
Household Items, Miscellaneous
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Audience:
General Public (GP)
Identification number:
RA-500001775

Affected products

Bravetti Stainless Steel Deep Fryer (3-basket model)

Product description

Rectangular stainless steel fryer with black plastic base and lid (lid with glass window); Model F1053B.

Hazard identified

The unit may overheat, causing the plastic base to melt and damage counter-top surfaces.

There have been several reports of melting of the plastic base and heat discolouration to counter-top surfaces. No injuries have been reported.

Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of this product.

Number sold

Approximately 37,771 units were sold in Canada; including 15,100 units which were sold in Ontario.

Time period sold

The product was sold exclusively at Canadian Tire stores nationwide.

Place of origin

Manufactured in China.

Companies

Manufacturer

Euro-Pro Operating LLC

West Newton

Massachusetts

UNITED STATES

Tel: 1-800-798-7398

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What you should do

Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled fryers immediately.

Consumers may return the product to Canadian Tire for a full refund.

For more informations, consumers may contact Euro-Pro Operating LLC, at 1-800-798-7398 English or 1-866-826-6941 French.