Orchestro Espresso Makers
CPSC Recall #06-089 — February 14, 2006
Product
Orchestro Espresso Makers
Description
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Krups, of Medford, Mass. is recalling about 2,100 Orchestro Espresso Makers. The electrical connectors in the espresso machine can erode, posing a fire hazard.Name of Product: Orchestro Espresso MakersUnits: About 2,100Importer: Krups, of Medford, Mass.Manufacturer: Eugster/Frismag of SwitzerlandHazard: 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 NumberFactory Mark889-45F8894556890-41F8904156Sold at: Department stores and independent specialty stores nationwide from January 1999 through November 2005 for about $850.Manufactured in: SwitzerlandRemedy: 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 at 800-526-5377 between 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.krupsusa.com.
Hazard
The electrical connectors in the espresso machine can erode, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the espresso machines and contact Krups for a free repair.
Units Affected
About 2,100
Sold At
Department stores and independent specialty stores nationwide from January 1999 through November 2005 for about $850.
Manufacturer
Eugster/Frismag of Switzerland
Importer
Krups, of Medford, Mass.
Manufactured In
Switzerland