Safety regulator, Drinkmaker of Sweden AB Announce Recall of Home Soda Machines
Recall 01151 · May 10, 2001 · Drinkmaker
4,000
units affected
4,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 01151
- Date
- May 10, 2001
- Company
- Drinkmaker
- Units affected
- 4,000
- Product
- Home soda-making machines
- Product type
- Soda Machines
- Hazard
- Cuts
The product
The recalled soda machines are shaped like coffee makers, with a white exterior and a black lid, under which a carbon dioxide container and mixing ingredients are placed. The model name, "Drink Master," "Drink Maker," "The Drink Machine," or "The Carbonator" is printed in black on the front of the machine. Under the lid are the words "Made in Sweden." Soda machines sold after 1996 are not being recalled.
What can happen
Components inside the soda machine can break apart, posing a serious risk of lacerations to consumers, who can be struck by shrapnel.
The fix
Consumers should stop using these soda machines immediately and call The Soft Drink Company, of Seattle, Washington to receive a free repair. Unused machines should be discarded to prevent the possibility of injury.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- There have been three reports of incidents: a 7-year-old boy suffered lacerations to the neck and arms, that required hospitalization; a 44-year-old man suffered multiple fractures and a laceration to his right hand; and a 52-year-old man suffered lacerations to his right hand and chin, a fracture of the little finger and contusions to the stomach.
- Sold at
- The soda makers were sold at state and county fairs and conventions between 1990 and 1996 for about $200 to $250.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled home soda-making machines?
Consumers should stop using these soda machines immediately and call The Soft Drink Company, of Seattle, Washington to receive a free repair. Unused machines should be discarded to prevent the possibility of injury.
What is the hazard?
Components inside the soda machine can break apart, posing a serious risk of lacerations to consumers, who can be struck by shrapnel.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.