February 2, 2009
NORTHBROOK, Ill., February 2, 2009 -- Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) is notifying consumers that Blueceramic Co. Ltd, Turboion, Model TURBO-D5, Hair Crimping Iron may pose a shock or fire hazard. This product does not comply with UL's safety requirements and is not eligible to bear the UL Mark.
Name of Product: Model TURBO-D5 Hair Crimping Iron
Number of Units: Unknown Quantity
Manufacturer: Blue-Ceramic Co. Ltd., Turboion in Korea
Date of Manufacture: April 2007 through July 2008
Hazard: Use of the crimping iron may result in excessive or uncontrolled overheating posing a potential fire hazard. The overheating may also cause degradation of the enclosure which could result in the exposure of live parts, posing a potential shock hazard.
Identification: On the product: The top side of the handle is marked:
Croc Turboion
A label on the underside of the top handle displays the UL Mark and states:
Model: TURBO-D5 Hair Crimping Iron.
Ratings: 120 V, 50 Hz, 60 Hz, 300W.
Manufactured: Blue Ceramic Co. Ltd. Turboion in Korea
UL Number: E308538
3JEK
The date code may be shown on a separate label. The date code is YYYYMMWW where:
YYYY: Represents Year,
MM: Represents Month,
WW: Represents Week.
What you should do: UL recommends that you stop using the product immediately and return it to the place of purchase.
Where Sold: The product is known to be sold at professional hair care product stores and distributors.
