Primo Recalls Beverage Dispensers Due to Burn Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2018-03-29). Hazards: burn. Models: 601225, 601229, 601240. About 11,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 18132 |
| Published | 2018-03-29 |
| Last updated | 2018-03-29 |
| Products | Primo hTrio Multi-purpose beverage dispensers |
| Firm named in the title | Primo |
| Firms | Foshan Shunde Midea Water Dispenser Manufacturing Co., Ltd., of China (manufacturer); Primo Water Operations Inc. of Winston-Salem, N.C. (importer); Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 11,000 |
| Model numbers | 601225, 601229, 601240 |
| Hazard classes | burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Sam's Club and online at Amazon.com, and Wayfair.com from January 2017 through December 2017 for between $200 and $250. |
Description
This recall involves the Primo hTrio Multi-Purpose beverage dispensers purchased on or before December 31, 2017 which provides both hot and cold water and brews 6, 8, and 10 ounce hot beverages. Model numbers 601225, 601229, and 601240 are printed on the bottom of the product and Primo is printed on the front.
Hazard
Hot water can drip from the machine when it is used in high altitude areas over 6,000 feet in elevation, posing a burn hazard to users.
Remedy
Consumers in high altitude areas over 6,000 feet in elevation should immediately stop using the recalled dispensers and contact Primo for a free replacement.
Incidents and injuries
Primo has received three reports of hot water leaking from the product being used in high altitude areas, including one burn injury to a customer's hand.
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