[Recalled] "Monica" and "Turbo 1200" Hand-Held Hair Dryers — The recall involves two models of pistol-type hair dryers: The Monica hair drye… | CPSC 2006-07-19
This is an official product-safety recall record. Below are the verified details from the issuing authority, in plain language.
Recall details
| Product | "Monica" and "Turbo 1200" Hand-Held Hair Dryers |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Style Tronics Inc., of Vernon, Calif. |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 06217 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 19 July 2006 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: The recall involves two models of pistol-type hair dryers: The Monica hair dryer has its model name and number, SW-117, written on the handle. It is made of black plastic and chrome, and the handle folds up. The Turbo 1200 model has model number DS-507 written on the back of the handle. The model name is written on the blower nozzle. They are green and white and green. Hazards: These electric hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection plug to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water. Such electric shock protection devices are required by industry standards for all electric hand-held hair dryers.
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