LEM Products Distribution Expands Recall Including Previously-Repaired 5-Tray Fo...
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Damaged wiring in the food dehydrators can come into contact with a metal bracket inside the machine, posing a shock hazard.
Product Description & Identification
This recall involves 5-tray food dehydrators with model number 1009 and serial numbers between 20110506 and 20121008. These food dehydrators were previously recalled and repaired as part of a May 2013 recall. The dehydrators are gray and are made of plastic and metal. The model and serial numbers are located on a label on the back panel. LEM is embossed on the top of the unit, which has a panel with the digital timer, the on/off switch and a temperature control knob. The UPC code 734494910094 is on the bottom of the packaging. Only dehydrators within the serial number range between 20110506 and 20121008 and with a sticker on the back panel stating "Read Manual Before Operating" are included in this recall.
Affected Products
5-Tray Dehydrators with Digital Timers
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/LEM-Products-Distribution-Expands-Recall-Including-Previously-Repaired-5-Tray-Food-Dehydrators |
| Title | LEM Products Distribution Expands Recall Including Previously-Repaired 5-Tray Food Dehydrators Due to Shock Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2014.14106.LEM%2520Front%2520Food%2520Dehydrator%2520LGE.jpeg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | LEM 5-Tray Dehydrator model number 1009 |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2014.14106.LEM%2520Top%2520Food%2520Dehydrator%2520LGE.jpeg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | LEM dehydrator top view |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2014.14106.1009%2520Back%2520Panelwith%2520ArrowLARGE.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | LEM dehydrator label |
| Hazards › Name | Damaged wiring in the food dehydrators can come into contact with a metal bracket inside the machine, posing a shock hazard. |
| Injuries › Name | LEM Products has received nine reports of electrical shorts, including one report of sparks causing minor damage to the surrounding countertop and carpet. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | 5-Tray Dehydrators with Digital Timers |
| Products › Type | Food Dehydrator/Preserver/Processor |
| Products › Category I D | 1951 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 3,000 in the U.S and 24 in Canada. This product was previously recalled in May 2013 for a fire hazard. |
| Recall I D | 1622 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the dehydrators and contact LEM Products Distribution for instructions on free shipping and repair of the recalled product. |
| Importers › Name | LEM Products Distribution, LLC of West Chester, Ohio |
| Retailers › Name | Buchheit, Gander Mountain, Rural King, Sportsman's Warehouse and Theisen Supply stores and other mass merchandisers and retailers nationwide and online at www.lemproducts.com from June 2011 through December 2013 for between $125 and $160. |
| Recall Date | 2014-02-18T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves 5-tray food dehydrators with model number 1009 and serial numbers between 20110506 and 20121008. These food dehydrators were previously recalled and repaired as part of a May 2013 recall. The dehydrators are gray and are made of plastic and metal. The model and serial numbers are located on a label on the back panel. LEM is embossed on the top of the unit, which has a panel with the digital timer, the on/off switch and a temperature control knob. The UPC code 734494910094 is on the bottom of the packaging. Only dehydrators within the serial number range between 20110506 and 20121008 and with a sticker on the back panel stating "Read Manual Before Operating" are included in this recall. |
| Product U P Cs › U P C | 734494910094 |
| Recall Number | 14106 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Repair |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2014/37989r-eng.php |
| Consumer Contact | LEM Products toll-free at (877) 536-7763 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.lemproducts.com and click Warranty and Recall at the bottom of the page for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2015-01-08T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |