3M Scotch Thermal Laminator TL1302Z recalled for fire hazard risk
What this means
The Scotch thermal laminator model TL1302Z can overheat and catch fire. 3M has received 63 reports of the devices smoking, melting, or overheating, including five reports of fires. No injuries have been reported.
- Stop using the laminator immediately and unplug it from the wall outlet.
- Cut the power cord to prevent accidental use.
- Register your recall at https://www.scotchbrand.com/3M/en_US/scotch-brand/tl1302Z-laminator-recall/ with a photo of the unplugged machine.
- You will receive a full refund by check once 3M confirms receipt of your registration and verifies the cord has been cut.
- Dispose of the laminator according to your local electronics recycling laws.
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The agency's original wording
The recalled thermal laminators can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled thermal laminators immediately and contact 3M Company to receive a full refund. Consumers will be asked to fill out the online recall registration form at https://www.scotchbrand.com/3M/en_US/scotch-brand/tl1302Z-laminator-recall/, confirm that their laminator is included in the recall and upload a photograph of the laminator with the unplugged power cord cut. The refund, in the form of a check, will be mailed to the consumer upon receipt of the completed form and confirmation that the laminator’s power cord has been cut. Consumers should dispose of the recalled laminator in accordance with local and state laws governing electronics recycling.
Official notice
https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2027/3M-Company-Recalls-ScotchTM-Thermal-Laminators-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Fire-HazardWant us to check the next one for you?
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