LEM Products Distribution Recalls 5-Tray Food Dehydrators Due to Fire Hazard

LEM 5-Tray Dehydrator model number 1009
LEM 5-Tray Dehydrator model number 1009

Recall Overview

Recall Date
Product 5-Tray Dehydrator with Digital Timer
Units About 14,600 in the U.S, and 100 in Canada. This product was previously recalled in February 2011.
Hazards The fan can fail causing the unit to overheat and pose a fire hazard.
Remedies Consumers should immediately stop using the dehydrator and contact LEM Products Distribution for instructions on free shipping and repair of the recalled product. LEM is offering a one year warranty extension and a $10 discount coupon, which can be used towards a LEM catalog or online purchase, to all consumers who return their recalled units for repair.

Details

This recall involves 5-tray food dehydrators. The dehydrators are gray and are made of plastic and metal. The model number 1009 is on a label located on the back panel with the company's contact details. The "LEM" logo is embossed on the top of the unit, which has a panel with the digital timer, the on/off switch and a temperature control knob. The UPC code is printed on the bottom of the packaging and reads 734494010091.

Consumer Contact

LEM Products Distribution toll free at (877) 536-7763 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.lemproducts.com and click Warranty and Recall at the bottom of the page for more information.

Product Images

LEM 5-Tray Dehydrator model number 1009
LEM dehydrator top view
LEM dehydrator label 1 on the rear panel
LEM dehydrator label 2 on the rear panel

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