Electric hand-held hair dryers
Published April 21, 2004
Summary
CPSC records recall 04547, published April 21, 2004. Recalling firm: Virgo Enterprises, of Irvington, N.J.; Reported units: 900.
What's the 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" positions.
What to do
Stop using these hair dryers immediately and return the unit to the firm for a replacement unit that has an immersion protection device.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Virgo Enterprises, of Irvington, N.J.
- Manufacturer
- Virgo Enterprises, of Irvington, N.J.
- Distributor
- Retail beauty supply stores in the metropolitan New York area, between March 2003 and December 2003, for about $50.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Electric hand-held hair dryers recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 04547 on April 21, 2004. Reported 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" positions.
What should I do if I have this product?
Stop using these hair dryers immediately and return the unit to the firm for a replacement unit that has an immersion protection device.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Virgo Enterprises, of Irvington, N.J..