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Deep Fryers |
Release #08-216
Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 333-6063
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
JCPenney Recalls Cooks Deep Fryers Due to
Fire and Burn Hazards
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product
Safety Commission, in cooperation with the
firm named below, today announced a
voluntary recall of the following consumer
product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless
otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Cooks Deep Fryers
Units: About 27,000
Importer: JCPenney, of Plano, Texas
Hazard: The deep fryer has a faulty heating
element which can cause it to overheat,
posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: JCPenney is aware of
five incidents involving the deep fryers,
including one report of a minor burn and
three reports of damaged countertops.
Description: The Cooks deep fryer has a
brushed stainless steel exterior, a wire
mesh basket with a handle, a lid with a
window and black handles. The deep fryer has
a 1/3-gallon capacity. "Cooks" is stamped on
the side of the deep fryer. Model number
22016 is printed on the bottom of the deep
fryer.
Sold exclusively at: JCPenney's stores
nationwide, catalog and at www.jcp.com from
August 2007 through January 2008 for about
$50.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop
using the deep fryer and return it to the
nearest JCPenney store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact JCPenney toll-free at
(888) 333-6063 anytime.
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