CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
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.
CPSC, HSN LP Announce Recall of Welbilt Electronic Pressure Cookers
The recalled Welbilt Electronic Pressure Cooker was sold under model number PC501. The model number PC501 is located in three places: near the control panel, on the instruction/warning label near the bottom of the unit, and on the bottom of the product. The name "Welbilt" is located near the control panel. The pressure cooker measures 11 inches high, 11 inches wide and 15 inches long and was sold in white.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using these cookers. HSN will provide a refund of the purchase price.
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
Recall Details
Sold At
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
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.
Manufacturer
DRECO, Ltd., formerly known as DaeRyuk Electronics, LTD, of South Korea
Recall Number
05579
Product Information
Product Name
Welbilt Electronic Pressure Cookers
Product Type
Cookers & Cookware
Number of Units
About 3,900
Manufacturer Name
DRECO, Ltd., formerly known as DaeRyuk Electronics, LTD, of South Korea
Distributed By
HSN LP (previously referred to as the Home Shopping Network), of St. Petersburg, Fla.
Manufactured In
South Korea