Pancake Makers Recalled by Trivett Industries, Inc.

(Note: this recall is one of several that were combined in a grouped release)

CPSC, Trivett Industries, Inc. Announce Recall of Pancake Makers

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The announces the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of product: Pancake Express Pancake Makers

Units: 590

Manufacturer: Trivett Industries, Inc., of Deland, Fla.

Hazard: The handles on the pancake makers are unable to withstand the heat of the device, causing the handle to fail to provide support because of melting or breaking.

Incidents/Injuries: Trivett Industries is aware of one incident of a consumer receiving minor burns when the handle melted and separated from the pancake maker.

Description: These "Pancake Express" pancake makers are two-sided stove top skillets constructed of aluminum with black plastic handles. The product is labeled "Pancake Express" and "Made in China."

Sold at: Acme, Wal-Green's, Hy-Vee and Osco Drug stores nationwide from May 2002 through July 2002 for about $20.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should return the pancake maker to Trivett to receive a full refund, including the cost of postage.

Consumer Contact:Call Trivett at (800) 433-4842 bet ween 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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