Product Recall Number: 04-126
Why was Hamilton Beach Cappuccino Plus Espresso and Cappuccino Makers recalled?
The steam tube inside the espresso/cappuccino maker can burst under pressure, presenting a risk of injury to consumers. This can occur if the frothing nozzle becomes clogged and the espresso button is pushed while attempting to froth milk.
Product Recall Number: 04-126
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2004-04-21
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Hamilton Beach Cappuccino Plus Espresso and Cappuccino Makers
Description: WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Hamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex, Inc., of Glen Allen, Virginia, is voluntarily recalling 20,160 Hamilton Beach Cappuccino Plus Espresso and Cappuccino Makers. The steam tube inside the espresso/cappuccino maker can burst under pressure, presenting a risk of injury to consumers. This can occur if the frothing nozzle becomes clogged and the espresso button is pushed while attempting to froth milk.Name of product: Hamilton Beach Cappuccino Plus Espresso and Cappuccino MakersUnits: 20,160 Manufacturer: Hamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex, Inc., of Glen Allen, VirginiaHazard: The steam tube inside the espresso/cappuccino maker can burst under pressure, presenting a risk of injury to consumers. This can occur if the frothing nozzle becomes clogged and the espresso button is pushed while attempting to froth milk.Incidents/Injuries: Hamilton Beach has received 10 reports of burst steam tubes, one of which included a minor burn.Description: The recalled units are Hamilton Beach® Cappuccino Plus™ Espresso and Cappuccino Maker, model 40714. They are black plastic and stainless steel. The Hamilton Beach® brand name is printed on the front of the unit, and the model number is printed on the bottom.Sold at: Internet retailers and discount department stores nationwide from March 2003 through March 2004 for approximately $70.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Hamilton Beach will ship free replacement espresso/cappuccino makers to consumers. Consumer Contact: Hamilton Beach toll-free at 800-851-8900, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET), or visit www.hamiltonbeach.com.Media Contact: Kirby Kriz, (804) 527-7299
Hazard Description: The steam tube inside the espresso/cappuccino maker can burst under pressure, presenting a risk of injury to consumers. This can occur if the frothing nozzle becomes clogged and the espresso button is pushed while attempting to froth milk.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Replace
Units: 20160
Incidents: Hamilton Beach has received 10 reports of burst steam tubes, one of which included a minor burn.
Remedy: Hamilton Beach will ship free replacement espresso/cappuccino makers to consumers.
Sold At: Internet retailers and discount department stores nationwide from March 2003 through March 2004 for approximately $70.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: Hamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex, Inc., of Glen Allen, Virginia
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed