Frozen Carbonated Beverage Dispensers Recalled by IMI Cornelius Due to Fire Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3837.
The frozen drink dispensers have two or four dispensing valves and are made of stainless steel with various color combinations. Serial numbers starting with 62xxxxxxxx are included in this recall. The serial number and "Cornelius," "FCB" and "Pinnacle" are printed on the unit's right side panel.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3837.
Customers should immediately stop using the recalled dispensers unless the florescent lamp has been removed. IMI Cornelius is contacting customers directly and is providing a free replacement light assembly. The company will send a representative to install the replacement light assembly free of charge, or provide the owners with a modification and instruction kit.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Fast-food Restaurants, Discount Department Stores, Movie Theaters And Convenience Stores Nationwide From November 2001 Through June 2007 For Between $6,000 And $7,000 For The Two-valve Dispensers, And Between $10,000 And $12,000 For The Four-valve Dispensers. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3837.
For additional information, call IMI Cornelius at (800) 238-3600, extension 5, between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cornelius.com
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Fast-food Restaurants, Discount Department Stores, Movie Theaters And Convenience Stores Nationwide From November 2001 Through June 2007 For Between $6,000 And $7,000 For The Two-valve Dispensers, And Between $10,000 And $12,000 For The Four-valve Dispensers. Recall FAQ
Fast-food Restaurants, Discount Department Stores, Movie Theaters And Convenience Stores Nationwide From November 2001 Through June 2007 For Between $6,000 And $7,000 For The Two-valve Dispensers, And Between $10,000 And $12,000 For The Four-valve Dispensers. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Frozen Carbonated Beverage Dispensers Recalled by IMI Cornelius Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on July 26, 2007 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 8,000 units are potentially affected.