CPSC, HSN LP Announce Recall of Welbilt Electronic Pressure Cookers
Burn
The hazard
The lid on these pressure cookers can open prematurely while contents are under pressure, allowing hot contents to be expelled and causing a scald or burn injury to individuals in the immediate area.
Incidents reported: HSN has received 43 reports that the lids opened prematurely while contents were under pressure, resulting in 37 reports of burn injuries, including at least four third degree burns.
What to do now
Consumers should stop using these cookers. HSN will provide a refund of the purchase price.
Contact: For more information, call HSN toll-free at (877) 710-1527 anytime, or visit the company's Web site at www.hsn.com
About this recall
The recalled Welbilt Electronic Pressure Cooker was sold under model number PC501. The model number PC501 is located in three places: near the control panel, on the instruction/warning label near the bottom of the unit, and on the bottom of the product. The name "Welbilt" is located near the control panel. The pressure cooker measures 11 inches high, 11 inches wide and 15 inches long and was sold in white.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC