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Product recall · CPSCJanuary 31, 2008Serious
Campbell Hausfeld Air Compressors Following Fires
Check whether yours is affected, then follow the instructions below.
What’s wrong
Protective covers on the compressor's motor are not made from proper flame-retardant material and can ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.
Who to contact: For further information, contact Campbell Hausfeld at (800) 241-0448 between 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.chpower.com
The product
The recall involves the following Campbell Hausfeld and Husky brand air compressors: Capacity Model Numbers Serial Numbers 8-15 gallons HL410100, HL421000 HL421500, HL431500 The first four digits of the serial number indicate a date code from July 2005 (0705) through March 2007 (0307) 4 gallons HL5402 Have a prefix of HY, KB, or HU followed by a date code from November 2006 (1106) through November 2007 (1107) The model and serial number are located on the back of the tank.
Details
- Units affected
- About 233,000
- Recall date
- January 31, 2008
- Brand
- Campbell Hausfeld, of Harrison, Ohio
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received 11 reports of fires. No injuries have been reported.
Home improvement and hardware stores nationwide from September 2005 through November 2007 for between $170 and $200.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Campbell Hausfeld Recalls Air Compressors Following Fires”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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