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CPSCGeneral Alert

CPSC, Hamilton Beach Announce Recall of Espresso/Cappuccino Makers

Published: April 22, 2004Recall ID: 04126Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The steam tube inside the espresso/cappuccino maker can burst under pressure, presenting a risk of injury to consumers. This can occur if the frothing nozzle becomes clogged and the espresso button is pushed while attempting to froth milk.

Product Description & Identification

The recalled units are Hamilton Beach® Cappuccino Plus™ Espresso and Cappuccino Maker, model 40714. They are black plastic and stainless steel. The Hamilton Beach® brand name is printed on the front of the unit, and the model number is printed on the bottom.

Affected Products

Hamilton Beach Cappuccino Plus Espresso and Cappuccino Makers

Additional Source Details

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U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Hamilton-Beach-Announce-Recall-of-EspressoCappuccino-Makers-
TitleCPSC, Hamilton Beach Announce Recall of Espresso/Cappuccino Makers
Images › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/hamilton-cappuccino.jpg
Images › CaptionRecalled Hamilton Beach Cappuccino Plus Espresso and Cappuccino Maker
Hazards › NameThe steam tube inside the espresso/cappuccino maker can burst under pressure, presenting a risk of injury to consumers. This can occur if the frothing nozzle becomes clogged and the espresso button is pushed while attempting to froth milk.
Injuries › NameHamilton Beach has received 10 reports of burst steam tubes, one of which included a minor burn.
Products › NameHamilton Beach Cappuccino Plus Espresso and Cappuccino Makers
Products › TypeEspresso/Cappuccino Makers
Products › Category I D1932
Products › Number Of Units20,160
Recall I D2606
Remedies › NameHamilton Beach will ship free replacement espresso/cappuccino makers to consumers.
Retailers › NameInternet retailers and discount department stores nationwide, from March 2003 through March 2004, for approximately $70.
Recall Date2004-04-22T00:00:00
DescriptionThe recalled units are Hamilton Beach® Cappuccino Plus™ Espresso and Cappuccino Maker, model 40714. They are black plastic and stainless steel. The Hamilton Beach® brand name is printed on the front of the unit, and the model number is printed on the bottom.
Recall Number04126
Manufacturers › NameHamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex, Inc., of Glen Allen, Virginia
Consumer ContactHamilton Beach toll-free at 800-851-8900, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET), or visit www.hamiltonbeach.com
Last Publish Date2025-02-07T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › CountryChina

Overview

  • Recalling FirmHamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex, Inc., of Glen Allen, Virginia
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