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CPSCRecalled Oct 18, 2001 · #02019

CPSC, National Presto Industries Inc. Announce Recall of Deep Fryer Basket Handles

Hazard

The handles on the fryer baskets can come off, resulting in hot oil spattering the user and bystanders.

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Description

The Presto CoolDaddy electric deep fryers have model numbers 0544404 (product number 21-419) and 0544504 (product number 21-439). The deep fryers are white, with the words, "Presto CoolDaddy or "Presto Pride® CoolDaddy®" written on the front. The model numbers are located on the bottom of the deep fryer and the product number is located on the bottom of the carton. Only the deep fryer baskets with silver screws attaching the basket handle are involved in this recall. Basket handles with black screws, and deep fryers with magnetic detachable cords are not involved in this recall.

Product details

Product
Presto CoolDaddy electric deep fryer basket handles
Type
Fryers
Manufacturer
National Presto Industries Inc. (Presto), of Eau Claire, Wis.
Model numbers
0544404, 0544504
UPCs
Sold at
Department stores sold the deep fryers nationwide, from July 2000 through June 2001, for between $50 and $70.

What you should do

Consumers should stop using their deep fryer baskets immediately, and contact Presto to receive a free repair kit.

View the official CPSC notice