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Affected model numbers
PC501The recalled Welbilt Electronic Pressure Cooker was sold under model number PC501.
Why it was recalled
The lid on these pressure cookers can open prematurely while contents are under pressure, allowing hot contents to be expelled and causing a scald or burn injury to individuals in the immediate area.
Incidents and injuries
HSN has received 43 reports that the lids opened prematurely while contents were under pressure, resulting in 37 reports of burn injuries, including at least four third degree burns.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these cookers. HSN will provide a refund of the purchase price.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Welbilt Electronic
- Manufacturer
- DRECO, Ltd., formerly known as DaeRyuk Electronics, LTD, of South Korea
- Recall number
- 05-579
- Units
- About 3,900
- Manufactured in
- South Korea
- Sold at / sales period
- HSN through its toll-free number and its Web page, from September 2001 through July 2002, for about $100. They also were sold at HSN employee stores in Salem, Va., and St. Petersburg, Fla., and at HSN retail stores in Florida, from September 2001 through November 2002, for between $30 and $35. HSN purchased the product from Appliance Company of America, of Great Neck , NY and was not involved in the manufacturing or distribution of the product.
- Distributor
- HSN LP (previously referred to as the Home Shopping Network), of St. Petersburg, Fla.
Welbilt Electronic Pressure Cookers
CPSC product type: Cookers & Cookware
Recall contact information
For more information, call HSN toll-free at (877) 710-1527 anytime, or visit the company's Web site at www.hsn.com
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