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Hairstyling Irons Recalled by Farouk Systems Inc. Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Name: Hairstyling Irons Recalled by Farouk Systems Inc. Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Brand: Hairstyling Irons
SKU: CPSC-08124
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 1.0 (1 reviews)

Published: December 11, 2007Recall ID: 08124Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The iron's "on/off" switch was installed incorrectly. When the iron is plugged in and switch is in the "off" position, the iron remains "on," which could pose fire and burn hazards.

Product Description & Identification

The recalled hairstyling iron is black and measures 9.5 inches long. "CHI" is printed on the iron in red lettering. Date code 0306 or 0507 is embossed on the inside of the paddle.

Affected Products

WEE CHI Ceramic Hairstyling Irons

Additional Source Details

Field	Value
U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Hairstyling-Irons-Recalled-by-Farouk-Systems-Inc-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards
Title	Hairstyling Irons Recalled by Farouk Systems Inc. Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Images › 1 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/44baec706f71499db76b4c5ceda69e92.jpg
Images › 1 › Caption	Recalled Hairstyling Iron
Images › 2 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/d6fa86d4c16647f9a14c517468d1a3ce.jpg
Images › 2 › Caption	Recalled Hairstyling Iron
Images › 3 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/1e82be3a50a9483b8c98711f7e18d2f9.jpg
Images › 3 › Caption	Recalled Hairstyling Iron
Hazards › Name	The iron's "on/off" switch was installed incorrectly. When the iron is plugged in and switch is in the "off" position, the iron remains "on," which could pose fire and burn hazards.
Injuries › Name	None reported.
Products › Name	WEE CHI Ceramic Hairstyling Irons
Products › Type	Curling/Hair Straightening Irons
Products › Category I D	1903
Products › Number Of Units	About 5,700
Recall I D	4146
Remedies › Name	Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact the firm to return the product for a full refund or replacement iron. Farouk Systems is directly notifying all distributors and retailers.
Importers › Name	Farouk Systems Inc., of Houston, Texas
Retailers › Name	Professional beauty supply distributors and beauty salons nationwide from April 2006 through September 2007 for about $160.
Recall Date	2007-12-11T00:00:00
Description	The recalled hairstyling iron is black and measures 9.5 inches long. "CHI" is printed on the iron in red lettering. Date code 0306 or 0507 is embossed on the inside of the paddle.
Recall Number	08124
Consumer Contact	For additional information, contact Farouk Systems Inc. at (800) 237-9175 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.farouk.com
Last Publish Date	2014-05-23T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › Country	South Korea

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