FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 15, 2006
Release #06-089
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Espresso Makers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Orchestro Espresso Makers
Units: About 2,100
Importer: Krups, of Medford, Mass.
Manufacturer: Eugster/Frismag of Switzerland
Hazard: The electrical connectors in the espresso machine can erode,
posing a fire hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The recalled espresso makers are black and silver, have a
silver control panel, and can make two cups of espresso at once. The
word "KRUPS" is printed on the front of the machine. The model number
and factory mark are stamped on a silver sticker on the bottom of the
machine. The following are the recalled models:
Model Number / Factory Mark
889-45 / F8894556
890-41 / F8904156
Sold at: Department stores and independent specialty stores nationwide
from January 1999 through November 2005 for about $850
Manufactured in: Switzerland
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the espresso machines
and contact Krups for a free repair.
Consumer Contact: For information on how to return the product and
arrange for a free repair, consumers should contact Krups toll free at
866-832-7690 between 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CST Monday through Friday or visit
the company's website at www.krupsrecall.com