Following Plumber's Death, Electric Ranges Recalled by Arçelik A.S. Due to Shock and Electrocution Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2017-05-19). Hazards: electric shock. Models: 24200, 24100, CLRE24, 10-digit. About 6,300 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 17159 |
| Published | 2017-05-19 |
| Last updated | 2017-05-19 |
| Products | Blomberg and Summit electric ranges |
| Firm named in the title | Arçelik A.S. |
| Firms | Arçelik A.S., of Turkey (manufacturer); Beko US, of Bolingbrook, Ill. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Turkey |
| Units (US) | 6,300 |
| Model numbers | 24200, 24100, CLRE24, 10-digit |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | repair, inspect, stop use |
| Trade facets | appliance |
| Sold | AJ Madison, State Street Discount and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from October 2012 through March 2017 for between $1,000 and $1,500. |
Description
This recall involves Blomberg BERU 24200 SS, BERU 24100 SS and Summit CLRE24 24-inch wide freestanding glass top electric ranges. The ranges were sold in stainless steel and black. A label on the lower frame of the range inside the over door has the brand name "Blomberg" or "Summit," the model name and number BERU 24200 SS, BERU 24100 SS or CLRE24 and a 10-digit serial number. Serial numbers included in the recall are: 12 XXXXXX XX 15 XXXXXX XX 16 XXXXXX 03 16 XXXXXX 06 13 XXXXXX XX 16 XXXXXX 01 16 XXXXXX 04 16 XXXXXX 07 14 XXXXXX XX 16 XXXXXX 02 16 XXXXXX 05 16 XXXXXX 08
Hazard
The electric ranges can become energized, posing electric shock and electrocution hazards to a consumer who touches the range
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ranges and avoid touching the range until electricity to the range is turned off at the fuse box. Consumers should contact the firm to schedule a free on-site inspection and repair.
Incidents and injuries
In August 2016, a 52-year-old professional plumber from Portsmouth, New Hampshire died from electrocution when he came in contact with an energized range and a grounded object.
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