Recalls / 2017-07-28

Nestlé Waters North America Recalls AccuPure Water Dispensers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards (Recall Alert)

17760 · Recalled 2017-07-28 · CPSC page

Nestlé Waters AccuPure floor standing filtration dispenser – HB215-3G

Description

This recall involves Nestlé Waters AccuPure floor-standing filtration dispenser with model number HB215-3G (black) and model number HW215-3G (white). They measure 44.6 inches tall by 12.5 inches wide. The units connect to the customer location's plumbing system, draw and filter water from the local system, and then dispense the filtered water through the unit. The upper front panels of the units have an "AccuPure" logo and an illuminated clock display. The model number can be found on a white sticker on the back of the dispenser.

Hazards

The dispensers can overheat and smoke, posing fire and burn hazards.

Reported injuries

Nestlé Waters has received 15 reports of overheating, including seven reports of units emitting smoke or catching fire. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately unplug the water dispensers and stop using them. Nestlé Waters is contacting consumers directly to schedule installation of a replacement unit. Consumers with questions should contact Nestlé Waters.

Products

Name	Model	Units
AccuPure floor-standing filtration dispensers		About 12,300

Parties

Manufacturer: Water Solutions (Hong Kong) Limited
Importers: Nestlé Waters North America Inc., of Stamford, Conn., MTN Products Inc., of La Verne, Calif.
Made in: China
Sold at: These units were sold, rented to businesses nationwide, $900

Consumer contact

Nestlé Waters toll-free at 844-895-9691 from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Saturday or online at www.readyrefresh.com and click on "Safety & Storage" at the bottom of the page for more information.

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Nestlé Waters AccuPure floor standing filtration dispenser – HW215-3G

Source: CPSC recall 17760. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.