Recall notice 14/03/08 - Safety Notice: Electrolux, AEG and Zanussi Dishwashers Date: 14th March 2008 The following notice has been published in the national press: AEG Electrolux Zanussi Electrolux   Electrolux   DISHWASHERS     OWNERS OF THE ABOVE APPLIANCES MUST ACT IMMEDIATELY ON THIS SAFETY NOTICE Our quality control programme has identified that a purchased connector component presents a potential risk of fire in some series of Electrolux, AEG-Electrolux and Zanussi-Electrolux dishwashers. No product bought before June 2006 is affected. Models with this potential problem are listed in the table below. The Model (Mod), PNC and Serial Number (S.N.) of the dishwasher are printed on the rating plate on the right side of the dishwasher door as indicated in the drawing. The location of the rating plate is also shown in the user guide that came with the appliance. If the model number matches one in the table below and falls into the given serial range then the dishwasher is an affected model. Brand Model PNC Electolux ESF46010 911616240 ESF46010S 911616241 ESF66010 911916312 ESF66010S 911916313 AEG-Electrolux F440801D 911925623 F440801M 911925601 F440801VV 911925624 F50765* 911916296 F50870 911916618 F50870M 911916619 F54750 911615221 Zanussi-Electroluxux ZDF601 911916269 ZDF601K 911916270 ZDF601M 911916281 ZDF601S 911916271 Only the following serial numbers are affected: 62400001 to 72399999 (*except AEG-Electrolux model F50765, serial numbers affected are 62400001 to 62799999 and 64100001 to 7079999 and 71700001 to 72399999) Consumers owning one of these dishwashers should contact our Hotline on 0800 707 6258 between 8.00am and 6.00pm Monday to Friday, or between 9.00am and 5.00pm Saturday and Sunday, or complete the coupon below in order to arrange for a free-of-charge visit from a an engineer to rectify the fault. Please note: If you are the owner of an affected model you must stop using your dishwasher and switch off the appliance. This safety notice does not affect any other Electrolux, AEG-Electrolux or Zanussi-Electrolux appliance. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your co-operation. ---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------- To: Freepost RRUK-ECTG-TLXS, Electrolux Major Appliances, Addington Way, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 9QQ Name.................................... Model. No........................ Address ........................................ .......... ........................ ........................................ ........................................ ...... ........................................ ........................................ ...... Home Tel. No.......................... Daytime Tel. No.................

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Recall notice

28/02/08 - Tesco Rapid Boil Illuminating Jug Kettle - Recall

The following notice has been published in the national press:

TESCO

PRODUCT RECALL

Tesco Rapid Boil Illuminating Jug Kettle
Model Number: JKR17 Price £9.94

Tesco is taking the precautionary measure of recalling three batches of the above product due to a potential manufacturing fault which may lead to scalding.

This recall only affects the kettles of model JKR17 sold since 4th February 2008 with the following batch code:

This number is made up of 6 digits starting with 07, and it is found on the rating label on the underside of the kettle immediately below the CE mark.

No other product or batch code is affected by this recall.

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO

Stop using this kettle immediately Customers should identify the batch code on their kettle. Customers who have bought one of the affected kettles are requested to return it to the store in which it was purchased where a full refund will be given. Customers who have a kettle with a batch code different to the above can continue to use their kettles as normal.

Tesco apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

Recall notice

21/02/08 - Prestige Deco 1.5L Cordless Dome Kettle - Recall

The following notice has been published in the national press:

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING

PRODUCT RECALL

PRESTIGE DECO 1.5L CORDLESS DOME KETTLE

Prestige has decided to recall Deco 1.5L Cordless Dome Kettles, which were manufactured between 12/06 and 11/07. This recall relates to specific batches of this particular design and we emphasise that no other Prestige kettles or other products are affected.

We have identified that, in a small number of cases, there is a risk of product failure linked to defective heating elements in the affected kettles. In isolated cases, this may result in sparks and a potential fire risk.

If you own a Prestige Deco 1.5L Cordless Dome Kettle, please check the four digit batch number located on the underside of the kettle. This number has been inscribed into both the kettle and underside of the base and represents the month and year of manufacture. The kettles affected are codes from 1206 to 1107.

Owners of the affected kettles are asked to stop using the kettle and contact the Prestige helpline for further instructions. Even if you have not experienced any problems with your product, we nevertheless ask you to contact the Prestige helpline.

Prestige has set up a free phone helpline number: (0800 6121 405)
Consumers in the Republic of Ireland should call: (0044 208 288 2295)

The Helpline staff will validate whether you have a product from the affected batches and offer you assistance on how to obtain a replacement. Prestige will collect and replace the affected product at no expense to you.

You can also visit www.prestige.co.uk which provides further information on this recall and the affected Prestige Deco kettles.

Prestige takes the safety and quality of its products extremely seriously.

We thank you for your co-operation and apologise for any inconvenience.

Recall notice

13/02/08 - NETGEAR(r) XE103 Powerline Ethernet Adapter - Recall

NETGEAR(r) XE103 Powerline Ethernet Adapter - Recall

The following notice has been issued by the retailer:

NETGEAR(r) XE103 Powerline Ethernet Adapter Made for Europe and Other Countries Using 220-240 Volt Power Sources.

The above product is being recalled due to the potential for a semiconductor integrated circuit within the product to malfunction in 220-240 volt environments, causing the product to stop working and potentially overheat

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact NETGEAR to obtain infomration as to how to return the device and obtain a replacement product.

(batch/code numbers are not given but the website allows consumers to type in their serial number to check if it is affected: web address)