Tuesday, October 07, 2008

Pressure Cookers Recalled By Manttra Inc. Due to Burn Hazard

Released: Friday, December 21, 2007 by CPSC

Dec

21

2007
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Manttra Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va., is voluntarily recalling about 38,250 Pressure Cookers. If the pressure cookers are not closed properly, the lid can separate and allow hot contents to spill out. This poses a risk of burns to consumers.

Images

Recall Details

Product

Pressure Cookers

Description

This recall involves Manttra Smart Series five-piece stainless steel multi cooker sets. The set includes a pressure lid, glass lid, steamer basket, wire trivet, and stock/pressure pot. Model/code number 38270 is stamped on the base of the 8-quart stainless steel cooker.

Hazards

If the pressure cookers are not closed properly, the lid can separate and allow hot contents to spill out. This poses a risk of burns to consumers.

Incidents

Manttra has received two reports of hot contents spilling out of the pressure cookers, resulting in minor burn injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the pressure cookers and contact Manttra Inc. to receive a new replacement pressure valve (ZPD valve).


  • Alternate Products

  • Suggest a safe alternate to this recalled product. Help others replace their recalled product with a similar item.



  • Articles

  • Have you found a related news article on this recall? Share the articles with the other viewers!



  • Comments

  • Voice your opinion on this recall. Do you have questions, concerns, or suggestions for the other viewers? Please feel free to sound off!