February 8, 2007

HSN LP Recalls Bella Cucina “Zip Cookers” 

Name of Product: Bella Cucina Brand “Zip Cooker” Low Pressure Cooker

Units: About 8,300

Importer: Kirby & Allen, of North Brunswick, N.J.

Retailer: HSN LP (previously referred to as the Home Shopping Network), of St. Petersburg, Fla.

Hazard: Hot food under pressure can be expelled from the cooker causing burn injuries.

Description: The recalled product is a Bella Cucina “Zip Cooker,” model number 03908. The name and model number are on the bottom of the pot.

Sold at: HSN’s television network, Web site and toll-free number from February 2003 through March 2004, and at HSN employee and retail outlets from March 2003 through June 2004 for about $70.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using these products immediately. Consumers who do not receive a direct notice should contact HSN for instructions on how to receive a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers should contact HSN (800) 837-0372 anytime, or visit http://www.hsn.com/cnt/article/default.aspx?aid=1248&o=!BNCP0&cm_sp=Global*BN*Copyright