3M Recalls Scotch™ Thermal Laminators Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2022-12-08). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: TL1302, TL1302VP, TL1302EF, TL1302KIT. About 516,500 units in the US and 3,560 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 23064 |
| Published | 2022-12-08 |
| Last updated | 2022-12-08 |
| Products | Scotch TL1302 Thermal Laminators |
| Firm named in the title | 3M |
| Firms | 3M Company, of St. Paul, Minnesota (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 516,500 |
| Units (Canada) | 3,560 |
| Model numbers | TL1302, TL1302VP, TL1302EF, TL1302KIT |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, dispose, stop use |
| Sold | Walmart, Staples, Costco and other stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com, Amazon.com and Staples.com from April 2014 through October 2022 for between $35 and $90. |
Description
This recall involves the Scotch thermal laminators that are light gray/white in color with gray accents with the following model numbers: TL1302, TL1302VP, TL1302EF, and TL1302KIT. The laminators have "Scotch" printed on front. The laminating slot is approximately 13 inches wide and the machine has a carrying handle on the right side. The model number and device serial number can be found on a sticker on the bottom of the laminator. The sticker on all devices includes only the model "number" TL1302 without letters.
Hazard
A safety feature can malfunction if the laminator overheats, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled laminators and contact 3M for a full refund and instructions on how to properly dispose of the laminator. Consumers should fill out the online recall registration form. 3M will then email the consumer directly to request additional information and inform consumers of how to properly dispose of the laminator.
Incidents and injuries
3M has received nine reports of the laminators catching on fire, including three reports of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
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