Bradley Electric Smokers
CPSC Recall #06-074 — January 25, 2006
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | 06-074 |
| Recall Date | January 25, 2006 |
| Remedy Type | Replace |
| Units Affected | About 560 |
| Importer | Bradley Technologies (Canada) Inc., of British Columbia, Canada |
| Manufactured In | China |
Where It Was Sold
| Retailers nationwide |
| including Sportsman's Warehouse |
| Barbeques Galore |
| Bass Pro |
| Chez Bubba |
| from October 2005 through December 2005. The BTIS1 units sold for between $300 and $350 and the BTST02 units sold for between $400 and $450. |
Product
Bradley Electric Smokers
Description
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bradley Technologies (Canada) Inc., of British Columbia, Canada, is voluntarily recalling about 560 Bradley Electric Smokers. In addition to the electric cord that plugs into the wall, these units have an electric cord with prongs on both ends that connect the generator to the smoker. If the unit is plugged into the wall socket and one end of the connecting cord is unplugged, there is an electric shock hazard.Name of Product: Bradley Electric SmokersUnits: About 560Importer: Bradley Technologies (Canada) Inc., of British Columbia, CanadaHazard: In addition to the electric cord that plugs into the wall, these units have an electric cord with prongs on both ends that connect the generator to the smoker. If the unit is plugged into the wall socket and one end of the connecting cord is unplugged, there is an electric shock hazard.Incidents/Injuries: NoneDescription: The recalled electric smokers include models BTST02 (stainless steel) and BTIS1 (black) and consist of a smoke generator, a smoke tower and two power cords. The model number appears on a silver label on the back of the smoker. The products have a "Bradley Smoker" logo on the door and at the bottom under the red light "Power Indicator."The recalled black smokers contain one of the following serial numbers:0508000110000001 to 05080001100003540508000113000001 to 05080001130002940508000116000001 to 0508000116000354 The recalled stainless steel smokers contain one of the following serial numbers:0508000111000001 to 0508000111000354. The serial number appears on a label on the back of each smoker.Sold by: Retailers nationwide, including Sportsman's Warehouse, Barbeques Galore, Bass Pro, Chez Bubba, from October 2005 through December 2005. The BTIS1 units sold for between $300 and $350 and the BTST02 units sold for between $400 and $450.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these smokers and contact Bradley Technologies (Canada) Inc. to determine if the smoker is part of the recall. Bradley Technologies will provide a free replacement smoker to consumers.Consumer Contact: Call Bradley Technologies (Canada) Inc. at (800) 665-4188 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.bradleysmoker.com.
Hazard
In addition to the electric cord that plugs into the wall, these units have an electric cord with prongs on both ends that connect the generator to the smoker. If the unit is plugged into the wall socket and one end of the connecting cord is unplugged, there is an electric shock hazard.
Incidents & Injuries
None
Remedy Instructions
Consumers should immediately stop using these smokers and contact Bradley Technologies (Canada) Inc. to determine if the smoker is part of the recall. Bradley Technologies will provide a free replacement smoker to consumers.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Replace at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly — either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Replace) at no cost to you.
No — you should stop using the product entirely, not just unplug it. Electric shock and fire hazards in recalled electrical products often involve internal wiring defects, faulty components, or insulation failures that can cause harm even after the product has been off for a period of time. Do not attempt to repair the product yourself. Keep it unplugged and stored safely until you receive the manufacturer's remedy. If the product has already shown signs of overheating, sparking, or discoloration, handle it carefully and consider contacting your local fire department for guidance on safe disposal.
In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.
If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney — parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.