Scotsman® Commercial Modular Cube Ice Machines (Modular Cubers)
CPSC Recall #10-147 — February 24, 2010
Product
Scotsman® Commercial Modular Cube Ice Machines (Modular Cubers)
Description
The recalled machines are designed to be installed on top of ice storage bins or ice dispensers, and typically are used in commercial establishments. Model numbers begin with C0322, C0330, C0522, C0530, C0630, C0830, C1030, C1448, C1848, C2148, EH130, EH222, EH330, or EH430, and serial numbers of the recalled machines within these model designations begin with 05, 06, 07, 08 or 09. Model and serial numbers are on the back of all machines and, depending on the model, behind the machine's front panel either in the lower right corner of the machine or on the left side of the sheet metal wall that separates the larger (equipment) compartment from the smaller (ice-making) compartment.Scotsman® commercial flake and nugget ice machines, commercial undercounter cube ice machines, and residential ice machines are not involved in this recall.
Hazard
The solenoid, an electrical component in the product, can fail and result in an electrical arc that can pose a fire hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
The company has received four reports of fires and 37 reports of burned or melted components, resulting in replacement of machines and component parts. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Customers should stop using the recalled ice cube machines immediately and contact the company to schedule a free repair.
Units Affected
About 43,000
Sold At
Commercial food service equipment distributors and dealers nationwide from September 2006 through December 2009 for between $4,000 and $14,000.
Manufacturer
Scotsman Group LLC, of Vernon Hills, Ill.
Manufactured In
United States
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Check if you purchased it and follow the remedy instructions — contact the manufacturer for a Repair. If you experienced an injury, report it to the CPSC SaferProducts.gov.