Food dehydrator
Food dehydrator was recalled on 12 August 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01136/22. Burns, Electric shock, Fire risk reported by Sweden. The fan inside the appliance and the external enclosure can melt and catch fire.
| Alert Number | A12/01136/22 |
| Brand | Excalibur |
| Category | Kitchen/cooking accessories |
| Risk Type | Burns, Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Model Number | 4400220F |
| Published | 12 August 2022 |
Risk Description
The fan inside the appliance and the external enclosure can melt and catch fire. The safety features (non-self resetting cut-out) may not activate when needed. Live parts may become accessible while the heating element may fuse the mains supply when touching the earthed frame, and the product may suffer an electric breakdown. Moreover, the product's supply cord may overheat. Hence, the product could cause a fire, and the user may receive an electric shock from accessible live parts or burns. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standards EN 60335-1 and EN 60335-2.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 14/06/2022Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 14/06/2022
Product Description
Food dehydrator with four racks, made of black plastic. Product sold online.
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, electric shock, fire hazard related to Food dehydrator.
About this risk
This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.