Wagner Spray Tech Recalls 900 Series Power Steamers Due to Burn Hazard
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The hazard
The attached hose can get excessively hot and the nozzle/gun can expel hot water during use and after the trigger is engaged, posing a serious burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents reported: Wagner has received at least 156 incidents involving the hose getting too hot or the nozzle/gun expelling hot water. This includes over 50 reported burn injuries to consumers' arms, hands, feet, and face, many of which resulted in first- or second-degree burns.
What to do now
Consumers should stop using the recalled steamers immediately and contact Wagner for a free repair kit, consisting of a hose sleeve, nozzle cover and funnel.
Contact: Wagner toll-free at 800 962-6118 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at us-wagnerrecall@wagner-group.com or online at www.wagnerspraytech.com/900-series-recall or go to www.wagnerspraytech.com and click on "Product Recalls" at the top of the page for more information.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC
Full official description
This recall involves Wagner 900 Series power steamers. Models 905e Auto Steamer, 915e On-Demand Power Steamer, and 925e Steam Machine Elite Steamer are included in this recall. All steamer models contain the same base steamer but include different accessories. The steamers include a yellow and black pressurized boiler base with "Wagner" written on the sides of the product. The model number may also appear on the sides of the product. The base also contains a clear storage compartment for accessories, a handle, wheels, an eight-foot-long black steam hose, and a nozzle/gun with trigger to start and stop the steam.