CPSCDecember 27, 2007

World Dryer to Repair Hand and Hair Dryers recall: Electric Shock Hazard

World Dryer Recalls to Repair Hand and Hair Dryers Due to Electric Shock Hazard

Why was World Dryer to Repair Hand and Hair Dryers recalled?

Some of the nozzles on these dryers are not grounded. If an electrical component comes into contact with an ungrounded nozzle, it can pose a shock hazard to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

World Dryer has been contacting facilities utilizing these dryers. Facilities that have the recalled dryers will receive a free repair kit. Consumers and facility managers that have not been contacted should call World Dryer with serial and model number to determine if the dryer is included in this recall. Contact: For additional information, contact World Dryer at (800) 323-0701 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or log on to www.worlddryer.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
World Dryer and Bradley Brand Hand and Hair Dryers
Company
World Dryer Corp., of Berkeley Ill.
Quantity
About 25,000
Sold at
Industrial and electrical distributors and supply houses nationwide from June 2005 through April 2007 for between $600 and $1,000.
Recall date
December 27, 2007
Incidents / injuries
World Dryer has received a report of an electrical component coming into contact with an ungrounded nozzle outside the United States. As a result, one consumer suffered an electric shock.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The World Dryer and Bradley brand hand and hair dryers are wall-mounted dryers with nozzles protruding from the front that may be either recessed or surface mounted. The dryers are used primarily in rest rooms and locker rooms in public and commercial buildings.

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