Kmart—"Homemaker" Electric Blanket (RE-ANNOUNCED - PRA2011/12679)

PRA number

2012/13101

Published date

Product description

"Homemaker" electric blanket
Identifying features
Detachable controller model numbers: EBC100 & EBC101 DEBC220 & DEBC221 DEBC300 & DEBC301

Other identifying numbers

Detachable controller model numbers:
EBC100 & EBC101
DEBC220 & DEBC221
DEBC300 & DEBC301

Reasons the product is recalled

In instances where there is a severe bend in the electrical supply lead at the connector between the detachable controller and the blanket, there is a risk of an electrical short circuit occuring.

The hazards to consumers

Risk of fire and/or electrocution.

What consumers should do

Cease using the electric blanket immediately and disconnect it from the power supply.

Consumers may return the product to the place of purchase for a full cash refund.

Alternatively, GSM International will arrange for a replacement controller or electric blanket to be sent to consumers. Simply phone 1300 373 199 or email service@gsmsales.com.au between 9:00 am–4:00 pm (Mon-Fri AEST).

To assist in the recall process, please inspect your blanket to confirm that the detachable controller is marked with one of the listed model numbers shown above.

Supplier

Gerard Sourcing & Manufacturing

Traders who sold this product

Kmart

Where the product was sold

Nationally

Recall advertisements and supporting documentation

Recall advertisement

Responsible regulator

Office of the technical regulator (SA) is the responsible regulator for this recall.

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