Do you own this model of Elba dryer? Be aware of increased fire risk
If you are using an Elba tumble dryer, be aware that there may be a higher risk of fire associated with one specific model — EBD602S.The Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCS)'s consumer product safety office on Tuesday (Nov 10) issued a product safety advisory to alert consumers who own or use this model.The office said it has received reports of six fire incidents in Singapore involving this model over the past five months, adding that investigations are still ongoing and that the root cause of the fires has not been established.According to the office, the model is no longer sold here."However, if you still own or use this model, please be aware that there appears to be a higher risk of fire associated with these dryers."It also noted that this model of dryer has been in use for some time, and encouraged those who own or use it to monitor the dryer closely whenever it is in use, emphasising that it should not be left unattended."If possible, stop using the dryer. As in all cases, please refer to the user manual when using the appliance." it said.