Risk
Debenhams is recalling 2 Sleeping Beauty Electric Blankets due to an electrical fault that can cause the electrical cable to short out. This could result in the user getting an electric shock or the electric blanket overheating and catching fire.
Models affected
The Debenhams Sleeping Beauty Electric Blankets affected by this recall are:-
- Debenhams Sleeping Beauty Electric Blanket
- Single Tie-On Under Blanket - Model Number SB1001
- Double Tie-On Under Blanket Single Control - Model Number SB1002
- Production Dates 9/11 or 8/12
- These electric blankets were sold in Debenhams stores and Online between October 2011 and June 2013.
NOTE - The model number and Production Dates can be found on the product label as shown in the picture below.
What to do next
Debenhams say that if you have one of the affected electric blankets you should stop using it immediately.
You can return it to any Debenhams store for a full refund.
Electrical Safety First recommends that anyone who discovers they have an electrical item that has been recalled should stop using it until it has been checked by the manufacturer.