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Sunbeam Over-the-Range Microwaves

July 17, 2007
About 300 Sunbeam over-the-range microwaves are being recalled. Internal electrical arcing in the microwave can pose a fire hazard to consumers.

This recall involves Sunbeam Over-the-Range microwave ovens with serial numbers within the range of A0701161370000001 through A0701161370000304. The serial numbers are located on the inside front of the microwave and visible when the microwave door is open. Model number SNM1501RAQ is printed on a label on the back of the unit. The ovens display Sunbeam on the front panel, are bisque in color, and are 16.25 inches high x 29.5 inches wide x 15 inches deep. The microwaves ovens were installed in mobile homes.

The units were sold with mobile homes from February 2007 through March 2007. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately stop using the microwaves and contact Petters to receive a replacement microwave. The manufacturer of the mobile homes that contain the recalled microwave ovens is notifying consumers directly.

Consumer Contact: For more information, call Petters Consumer Brands toll-free at (866) 866-6283 between 8 a.m. and 11 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, between 9 a.m. and 11 p.m. ET Saturday, and between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Sunday. Consumers also can log on to: www.sunbeammajorappliances.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

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