Wagner Spray Tech Recalls 900 Series Power Steamers Due to Burn Hazard
Description
This recall involves Wagner 900 Series power steamers. Models 905e Auto Steamer, 915e On-Demand Power Steamer, and 925e Steam Machine Elite Steamer are included in this recall. All steamer models contain the same base steamer but include different accessories. The steamers include a yellow and black pressurized boiler base with "Wagner" written on the sides of the product. The model number may also appear on the sides of the product. The base also contains a clear storage compartment for accessories, a handle, wheels, an eight-foot-long black steam hose, and a nozzle/gun with trigger to start and stop the steam.
Affected Products
This recall involves Wagner 900 Series power steamers. Models 905e Auto Steamer, 915e On-Demand Power Steamer, and 925e Steam Machine Elite Steamer are included in this recall. All steamer models contain the same base steamer but include different accessories. The steamers include a yellow and black pressurized boiler base with "Wagner" written on the sides of the product. The model number may also appear on the sides of the product. The base also contains a clear storage compartment for accessories, a handle, wheels, an eight-foot-long black steam hose, and a nozzle/gun with trigger to start and stop the steam.
Hazard
The attached hose can get excessively hot and the nozzle/gun can expel hot water during use and after the trigger is engaged, posing a serious burn hazard to consumers.
Reported Incidents
Wagner has received at least 156 incidents involving the hose getting too hot or the nozzle/gun expelling hot water. This includes over 50 reported burn injuries to consumers' arms, hands, feet, and face, many of which resulted in first- or second-degree burns.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled steamers immediately and contact Wagner for a free repair kit, consisting of a hose sleeve, nozzle cover and funnel.