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CPSC, General Binding Corp. Announce Recall of Pouch Laminators

Reported: November 9, 2004 Initiated: November 9, 2004 #05040

Product Description

The recall includes the H300 and H200 model HeatSeal™ Pouch Laminators. They are used to laminate documents and photos. The recalled H300 Pouch Laminators have serial numbers starting with "PI," "PJ," "PK," "PL," "QA," "QB," "QC" or "QD." The recalled H200 Pouch Laminators have serial numbers starting with "PI" or "PJ". The H300 and H200 model numbers are found on the top of the Pouch Laminators, and on the rating plate on the bottom of the Pouch Laminators. The serial numbers are found on the rating plate on the bottom of the Pouch Laminators.

Reason for Recall

Improper wiring at the heating coil could cause the pouch laminators to overheat and become a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the Pouch Laminators included in this recall immediately, and contact GBC a free replacement or refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 34,600
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-General-Binding-Corp-Announce-Recall-of-Pouch-Laminators-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recall includes the H300 and H200 model HeatSeal™ Pouch Laminators. They are used to laminate documents and photos. The recalled H300 Pouch Laminators have serial numbers starting with "PI," "PJ," "PK," "PL," "QA," "QB," "QC" or "QD." The recalled H200 Pouch Laminators have serial numbers starting with "PI" or "PJ". The H300 and H200 model numbers are found on the top of the Pouch Laminators, and on the rating plate on the bottom of the Pouch Laminators. The serial numbers are found on the rating plate on the bottom of the Pouch Laminators.. Recalled by General Binding Corp., ("GBC") of Northbrook, Ill.. Units affected: About 34,600.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Improper wiring at the heating coil could cause the pouch laminators to overheat and become a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the Pouch Laminators included in this recall immediately, and contact GBC a free replacement or refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 9, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05040.

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