CPSC, National Presto Industries Inc. Announce Recall of Deep Fryer Basket Handles
What was recalled
The Presto CoolDaddy electric deep fryers have model numbers 0544404 (product number 21-419) and 0544504 (product number 21-439). The deep fryers are white, with the words, "Presto CoolDaddy or "Presto Pride® CoolDaddy®" written on the front. The model numbers are located on the bottom of the deep fryer and the product number is located on the bottom of the carton. Only the deep fryer baskets with silver screws attaching the basket handle are involved in this recall. Basket handles with black screws, and deep fryers with magnetic detachable cords are not involved in this recall.
Hazard
The handles on the fryer baskets can come off, resulting in hot oil spattering the user and bystanders.
Injuries
Presto has received 63 reports of basket handles coming off, including 10 reports of consumers being spattered with hot oil. The injuries include minor burns to the arms and face.
Where it was sold
- Department stores sold the deep fryers nationwide, from July 2000 through June 2001, for between $50 and $70.
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