Lado Co. of America Recalls Three Models of Electric Hand-Held Hair Dryers

Plain-English summary

Lado Co. of America, of Flushing, N.Y., is recalling approximately 600 electric hand-held hair dryers. The recalled units are the Formula 3000, Energy Turbo, and Rapid 1085 models. These hair dryers feature a pistol grip, a black or dark blue plastic casing, a two-prong power cord, and a label that reads in part: "Lado Professional" and "110V/60HZ." The model name and number are also printed on the label.

The recall is being conducted because these hair dryers lack an immersion protection device or ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) on the power cord. This design deficiency poses a serious electrocution hazard if the unit is dropped in water. A voluntary standard implemented in 1991 required consumer hair dryers to include protections against electrocution in both the "on" and "off" positions.

The affected hair dryers were sold at retail beauty supply stores in the metropolitan New York area from March 2003 through December 2003 for about $50. Consumers should stop using these hair dryers immediately and return the unit to the firm for a refund or replacement. Lado Company of America representatives can be reached at (800) 368-1130 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

The recalled product

Product

Electric hand-held hair dryers

Manufacturer

Lado Co. of America, of Flushing, N.Y.

Category

Consumer Product — Personal Care Appliances

Hazard

• electrocution

Affected units

600

Distribution

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