CPSC2010-06-10
Dritz Electric Scissors Recalled by Prym Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Prym Consumer USA, of Spartanburg, S.C.
Hazard
The electric scissors can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Return the scissors to store where purchased or mail directly to Prym Consumer USA for a refund. If mailing to Prym, please include the product, your complete name, mailing address and phone number in the package and mail to Prym Consumer USA Recall Center, 950 Brisack Road, Spartanburg, SC 29303.
Sold at
Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores and other craft stores nationwide from September 2009 through February 2010 for about $50.
Affected count
About 12,000
Injuries reported
Prym Consumer USA has received two reports of the electric scissors igniting causing minor property damage.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Dritz Quick Cut™ Electric Scissors
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact the firm at 800-255-7796 Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET, by e-mail at customer.service@prym-consumer-usa.com or on the firm's website at www.prym-consumer-usa.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Dritz-Electric-Scissors-Recalled-by-Prym-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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