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Whirlpool Recalls Stacked Commercial Clothes Dryers Sold Under the ADC Brand Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
No injuries reported. This is a preventive recall action.
Source: CPSC
InfoRecall #23791
Whirlpool Recalls Stacked Commercial Clothes Dryers Sold Under the ADC Brand Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
Whirlpool Corporation, of Benton Harbor, Michigan · ADC brand 30 lb. capacity stacked commercial clothes dryers
Product Description
This recall involves all ADC brand stacked commercial clothes dryers with a 30 lb. capacity and model number ADG-30X2R or ADG-30X2Ri. Both models were sold in on-premise and coin-operated configurations for multi-unit housing, laundromats, and other facilities that use commercial laundry equipment. Logos and branding may appear differently depending on when the unit was manufactured. The model number for each unit is printed inside near the hinges of the upper door. The ADG-30X2R units were also sold in custom colors other than white to fit location branding.
Hazard
The recalled clothes dryers can overheat and ignite the clothes load, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Distributors, owners or laundry operators should immediately stop using the recalled models and contact Whirlpool for a free repair. Whirlpool is contacting known purchasers directly.
Repair
Reported Injuries
The firm has received two reports of fuel overflow incidents, including one fire. No injuries have been reported.
411 Press Analysis
The CPSC announced a voluntary recall of ADC brand 30 lb. capacity stacked commercial clothes dryers on September 7, 2023. The recalled clothes dryers can overheat and ignite the clothes load, posing a fire hazard. This recall covers about 2,500 and was initiated by Whirlpool Corporation, of Benton Harbor, Michigan as a preventive measure. No injuries have been reported to date. Consumers should stop using the product and schedule a free repair. The recall demonstrates proactive safety compliance by the manufacturer. Consumers can verify whether their product is affected by checking model numbers against the CPSC listing.
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