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Scotch Thermal Laminators Recalled by 3M Due to Burn Hazard

Recalled April 3, 2018 · CPSC recall 18135 · Scotch

Hazard

The plastic enclosure can overheat, posing a burn hazard.

Remedy

Refund

Units

About 395,000 (In addition, about 130 were sold in Canada)

Incidents / 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.

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.

What to do

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

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.

Product

Scotch™ thermal laminators

Imported by

3M Company, of St. Paul, Minn.

Distributed by

3M Company, of St. Paul, Minn.

Retailers

J.A. Riollano and Sam's Club stores in Puerto Rico and online at Amazon.com from July 2015 through March 2018 for about $20.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →