CPSC recall 02-019, announced October 18, 2001, covers Presto CoolDaddy electric deep fryer basket handles (about 50,000 units). The handles on the fryer baskets can come off, resulting in hot oil spattering the user and bystanders. The notice cites 63 incident reports. Consumers should stop using their deep fryer baskets immediately, and contact Presto to receive a free repair kit. Recall contact: call (866) 813-9545, or go to www.gopresto.com/recall.
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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The Presto CoolDaddy electric deep fryers have model numbers 0544404 (product number 21-419) and 0544504 (product number 21-439). The deep fryers are white, with the words, "Presto CoolDaddy or "Presto Pride® CoolDaddy®" written on the front. The model numbers are located on the bottom of the deep fryer and the product number is located on the bottom of the carton. Only the deep fryer baskets with silver screws attaching the basket handle are involved in this recall. Basket handles with black screws, and deep fryers with magnetic detachable cords are not involved in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The handles on the fryer baskets can come off, resulting in hot oil spattering the user and bystanders.
Incidents and injuries
Presto has received 63 reports of basket handles coming off, including 10 reports of consumers being spattered with hot oil. The injuries include minor burns to the arms and face.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using their deep fryer baskets immediately, and contact Presto to receive a free repair kit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- National Presto Industries Inc. (Presto)
- Manufacturer
- National Presto Industries Inc. (Presto), of Eau Claire, Wis.
- Recall number
- 02-019
- Units
- About 50,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Department stores sold the deep fryers nationwide, from July 2000 through June 2001, for between $50 and $70.
Presto CoolDaddy electric deep fryer basket handles
CPSC product type: Fryers
Recall contact information
Consumers may contact Presto toll-free at (866) 813-9545 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers also can log on to the company's web site at www.gopresto.com/recall
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