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Black & Decker Brand Coffeemaker Recalled for Fire Hazard |
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Written by Staff
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Wednesday, 07 June 2006 |
 Applica Consumer Products, Inc. announced on Tuesday, June 6, 2006, the recall of its Black & Decker brand Thermal Coffeemaker models TCM800 and TCM805. Consumers should stop using their coffeemakers immediately and contact Applica Consumer Products, Inc. for instructions on receiving a replacement Black & Decker Brand household product.
It is estimated that between March 2004 and April 2006 approximately 30,000 Black & Decker Brand Thermal Coffeemaker were sold by retailers across Canada for $69.99. The recalled units make up to 8-cups of coffee and have a programmable countertop feature. The coffeemakers are silver and black with a stainless steel carafe. Model numbers TCM800 and TCM805 are printed on the rating plate on the bottom of the coffeemaker.
Applica has received 16 reports of the coffeeemakers overheating in the U.S. and Canada which resulted in one minor burn and 12 reports of minor property damage to kitchen cabinets, countertops and floors. The coffeemaker may not turn off as programmed, causing the unit to overheat and melt, and posing a risk of fire and burn injury.
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Applica for instructions on receiving a replacement Black & Decker Brand household product.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Applica at (800) 239-7145 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.acprecall.com . |
