Reported May 19, 2017
Following Plumber's Death, Electric Ranges Recalled by Arçelik A.S. Due to Shock and Electrocution Hazards
Arçelik A.S. of Turkey
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ranges and avoid touching the range until electricity to the range is turned off at the fuse box. Consumers should contact the firm to schedule a free on-site inspection and repair.
Firm contact: Arçelik toll-free at 877-271-1489 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.blombergappliances.us and click on Recall Information at the bottom of the page for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Blomberg and Summit electric ranges
- Amount recalled
- About 6,300
Where it was sold
Sold at AJ Madison, State Street Discount and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from October 2012 through March 2017 for between $1,000 and $1,500..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The electric ranges can become energized, posing electric shock and electrocution hazards to a consumer who touches the range
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: In August 2016, a 52-year-old professional plumber from Portsmouth, New Hampshire died from electrocution when he came in contact with an energized range and a grounded object.
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