CPSC recall 05-085, announced January 13, 2005, covers Hamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex GE Oval and Double Dish Slow Cookers (600,000 units). The handles on the base of the slow cookers can break, posing a risk of burns from hot food spilling onto consumers. The notice cites 531 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Wal-Mart to receive a replacement slow cooker base. Recall contact: call (888) 293-3343, or go to www.walmart.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
The 4.5-quart unit has model number 106661 and the 6-quart unit has model number 106851.
Which products are included?
The recalled slow cookers include the 4.5-Quart Oval and 6-Quart Double Dish models sold under the General Electric (GE) brand name. The model name is printed on the front of the units. The 4.5-quart unit has model number 106661 and the 6-quart unit has model number 106851. Both models have series codes A through D, which are printed on the bottom along with the model number. The base of the slow cookers is white with an olive or honeysuckle graphic.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The handles on the base of the slow cookers can break, posing a risk of burns from hot food spilling onto consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Hamilton Beach and Wal-Mart have received 531 reports of handles breaking, including four reports of consumers who were burned by hot food.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Wal-Mart to receive a replacement slow cooker base.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Slow cookers
- Recall number
- 05-085
- Units
- 600,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Wal-Mart stores nationwide from August 2000 through December 2002 for about $25 (4.5-quart model) and $35 (6-quart model).
- Importer
- Hamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex Inc., of Glen Allen, Va.
- Distributor
- Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
GE Oval and Double Dish Slow Cookers
CPSC product type: Cookers & Cookware
Recall contact information
Call the Wal-Mart Slow Cooker Recall Hotline toll-free at (888) 293-3343 anytime or go to www.walmart.com
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