Recalls / 2018-04-03

Scotch Thermal Laminators Recalled by 3M Due to Burn Hazard

18135 · Recalled 2018-04-03 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves Scotch thermal laminators that are white with teal accents. They are used to laminate documents such as artwork and photos. The laminators have "Scotch" printed on the front. They measure 14 inches by 3.8 inches by 2.75 inches. The model number TL901C is printed on a sticker on the bottom of the laminator. Only laminators with model number TL901C and teal accents are included in the recall. The two side ends, the bottom and the reverse switch on top of the laminators are teal.

Hazards

The plastic enclosure can overheat, posing a burn hazard.

Reported injuries

3M has received 10 reports of the laminators overheating and causing deformation of the bottom of the plastic enclosures. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled laminators and contact 3M for a full refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Scotch™ thermal laminators		About 395,000 (In addition, about 130 were sold in Canada)

Parties

Importer: 3M Company, of St. Paul, Minn.
Distributor: 3M Company, of St. Paul, Minn.
Made in: China
Sold at: J.A. Riollano, Sam's Club stores in Puerto Rico, online at Amazon.com

Consumer contact

3M at 800-772-4337 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.ScotchBrand.com and click on “TL901C-T Laminator Recall” for more information.

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Source: CPSC recall 18135. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.