Product description

"Homemaker" electric blanket

See a list of details to help identify the product.

Reason 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.

Details to help identify the product.

Supplier running the recall

Gerard Sourcing & Manufacturing

Who sold the product

Kmart

Identifying product features

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

Identifying numbers

Other identifying numbers

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

Where the product was sold

Nationally

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Responsible regulators

Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.

Quote PRA number 2012/13101 when contacting a regulator about this recall.

Recall and remedy questions

Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:

  • a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
  • concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.

Product questions

Speak to the Office of the Technical Regulator (SA) if you have a question about the reason the product is recalled or the hazards to consumers.