Product Description: Hamilton Beach® classic chrome 2-slice toasters
The Hamilton Beach recall involves model 22602 toasters with specific series codes. The model number is printed on the bottom of the toaster. The toaster has a chromed steel exterior, a front control panel with a rotary toast shade selector and function buttons arranged in an arc, a front removable crumb tray and Hamilton Beach printed across the front of the toaster.
These toasters were sold from August 2011 through November 2011. Some of these toasters were sent to consumers as replacements for model 22600 recalled in June 2011.
Summary of Recall: 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. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Hazard: When toasters are first plugged into the outlets, the heating element can be energized although the toaster lifter is in the up or off position which can pose a fire hazard if the toaster is near flammable items.
Consumer Contact Information: For additional information, contact Hamilton Beach at (800) 576-6600 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.hamiltonbeach.com. General toaster safety information available from Hamilton Beach at http://tinyurl.com/43va5sd.