CPSC, General Binding Corp. Announce Recall of Pouch Laminators
CPSC recall 05040 · announced November 9, 2004 · General Binding Corp., ("gbc") Of Northbrook, Ill · 34,600 units affected
The product
The recall includes the H300 and H200 model HeatSeal™ Pouch Laminators. They are used to laminate documents and photos. The recalled H300 Pouch Laminators have serial numbers starting with "PI," "PJ," "PK," "PL," "QA," "QB," "QC" or "QD." The recalled H200 Pouch Laminators have serial numbers starting with "PI" or "PJ". The H300 and H200 model numbers are found on the top of the Pouch Laminators, and on the rating plate on the bottom of the Pouch Laminators. The serial numbers are found on the rating plate on the bottom of the Pouch Laminators.
The hazard
Improper wiring at the heating coil could cause the pouch laminators to overheat and become a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the Pouch Laminators included in this recall immediately, and contact GBC a free replacement or refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Office supplies stores nationwide from September 2003 through September 2004 for between $200 and $260.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact GBC at (800) 541-0094 between 8 a.m. through 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.gbcoffice.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.