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Salton Inc. Recalls Electric Toasters Due to Fire Hazard

U.S. CPSCFireMar 19, 2008
Recalled Toaster
Recalled Toaster

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Hazard

The toaster can turn on without bread in the slots and ignite items placed on top of it, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the toaster immediately, unplug it, and cut off the power cord where it enters the body of the toaster. Consumers who return the power cord in the prepaid envelope that will be provided will receive a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

None.

Product description

This recall involves the chrome two-slice electric toasters sold under the following brands: Farberware (model # FCT200 or FCT100), Hoffritz (model # HZT2 and HZT2M), and Russell Hobbs (model #RH2MT). The brand name and model number are printed on a plate located on the underside of the toaster.

Sold on

Online and retail liquidators nationwide from January 2000 through December 2007 for between $40 and $50.

Contact the company

Contact Salton at (800) 233-9054 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.esalton.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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