Office of Information and Public Affairs | Washington, DC 20207 |
April 30, 2009 Alert #09-738 |
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Product Involved: Popcorn Machines
Units: About 220
Importer: DTX International (d/b/a Great American Popcorn Co.), of Mancelona, Mich.
Hazard: The heating element of the popcorn machine's warming deck can remain on after being switched off. This poses a burn hazard to users.
Incidents/Injuries: DTX has received one report of the heating element remaining on when switched off. No injuries have been reported.
Description: This recall involves the "Pasadena," "Princeton" and "Paducah" 8-ounce popcorn machines. The model name is printed on the top of the unit. The recall includes units with and without the cart.
Sold online at: Discount Tommy (discounttommy.com) and Great American Popcorn Company (greatamericanpopcorn.com) from September 2008 through October 2008 for between $150 and $350.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using popcorn machines immediately and contact DTX International to arrange for a free repair including shipping.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact DTX International at (800) 665-0728 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.greatamericanpopcorn.com