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AAFES RECALL  NO. 06-015
RELEASE DATE:
12 May 2006
SUBJECT: HAZARDOUS RECALL -  Capresso Automatic Coffee Center

DISTRIBUTION: WORLDWIDE

Name of product: C1000 Capresso Automatic Coffee Center. (Made in Switzerland)

Hazard: The electrical connectors in the espresso machine can erode and pose a fire hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received four reports of fires started inside the coffee center. No injuries or property damage were reported.

Description: The Automatic Coffee Centers are espresso machines and have C1000 printed in large type on the front panel and model number 152 printed on the bottom of the machine. These machines grind, compact ground coffee, pressure brew, stop automatically and discard used coffee grounds. They can also dispense hot water for tea and hot steam to froth and steam milk.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled espresso machines immediately and contact Capresso to arrange for a free repair.

Consumer Contact: Call Capresso toll-free at (888) 406-4440 between 8:30 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Saturday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.Capresso.com .


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