CPSC, Viking Sewing Machines Recall Sewing Machines
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (1999-12-07). Hazards: electric shock. About 1,100 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 00026b |
| Published | 1999-12-07 |
| Last updated | 1999-12-07 |
| Product category | Sewing Machines |
| Products | Husqvarna Viking sewing machines |
| Firm named in the title | Viking Sewing Machines |
| Firms | Viking Sewing Machines Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 1,100 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | replace, inspect |
| Sold | Authorized Viking dealers sold these sewing machines nationwide, from January 1998 through September 1998, for about $4,000. |
Description
These model #1+ sewing machines have "VIKING Husqvarna" and "#1+" written on the front of the machine. Consumers should check their sewing machine's serial number, located on the bottom of the machine. The machine is part of the recall if it falls within the following ranges: Serial Number Range between 10000001 and 19999991 Serial Number Range between 20000009 and 29999999 Serial Number Range between 33600003 and 33699993 Serial Number Range between 50000002 and 59999992
Hazard
When removing the sewing machine's power cord from the power transformer on the sewing machine, loose pins from the power transformer could remain in the cord, posing a risk of electric shock.
Remedy
Consumers should only unplug these machines from the wall outlet, and should not remove the power cord from the sewing machine power transformer. Consumers should call an authorized Viking dealer to arrange for a free safety inspection. If needed, the dealer will replace the defective power transformer free of charge.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Machine access
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