Singapore warns Elba tumble dryer owners after six reported fires

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Authorities have issued a warning regarding the Elba EBD 602S tumble dryer model following six fire incidents reported over five months. The affected model is no longer sold in retail outlets, but owners of existing units are urged to stop using the appliance due to elevated fire risk.
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Own this Elba tumble dryer? Users warned after six fires reported in Singapore (opens CNA in a new tab)
The affected EBD 602S model is no longer sold in retail outlets, but the advisory applies to all units still in use.
Owners of Elba tumble dryer model EBD 602S urged to stop using appliance over elevated fire risk (opens The Straits Times in a new tab)
The tumble dryer has been involved in six fire incidents in five months, said CPSO.
