CPSC2002-05-21
CPSC, Rose Art Industries Announce Recall to Repair Cotton Candy Machine
Rose Art Industries Inc., of Livingston, N.J.
Hazard
The motors on the cotton candy machines can jam and overheat, posing a fire hazard. Additionally, the heating unit can be activated without the spinner in place, presenting a risk of burn to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these cotton candy machines immediately and contact Rose Art for a free replacement motor unit, and free samples of flavored sugar, to make cotton candy.
Sold at
Toy and discount stores sold these cotton candy machines nationwide, from September 2001 through April 2002, for about $27.
Affected count
About 188,000
Injuries reported
CPSC and Rose Art have received 225 reports of the machines overheating. There have been three reports of fire, one resulting in an estimated $2,000 in property damage. CPSC has received a report of two unconfirmed minor injuries.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Rose Art cotton candy machines
Consumer contact
Consumers may contact Rose Art at (888) 262-4474 anytime. For more information, consumers can visit the firm's website at www.roseart.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Rose-Art-Industries-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-Cotton-Candy-Machine-Don't want to check this manually?
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