Light Distribution Recall of Hair Dryers

Electric hand-held hair dryers

Date of Recall

2004-03-09

CPSC Release Number

04-541

Manufactured In

Spain

Units

500

Manufacturer

Light Distribution Inc., of Miami, Fla.

Sold By

Retail beauty supply stores in Florida from March 2003 through November 2003 for about $50.

Problem/Hazard

These hair dryers do not have an immersion protection device or ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) on the power cord, which poses a serious electrocution hazard if dropped in water. In 1991, a voluntary standard was implemented that called for all hair dryers used by consumers to protect against electrocution in both the "on" and "off" position.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported.

Description

The recalled units are the Turbo 1650 and Turbo 2650 electric hand-held hair dryers. These hair dryers have a pistol grip, black or red and black colored plastic casing, two-prong power cord, and a label that reads in part: "Light Distribution" or "Windsor" and "110V/60HZ". The model name and number also are printed on the label.

Remedy

Stop using these hair dyers immediately and return the unit to the firm for a free replacement unit.

Consumer Contact

Light Distribution toll-free at (877) 418-1881 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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