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Product recall · CPSCFebruary 21, 2013Serious
Electric Blower Vacuums
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
Objects that are drawn into the unit during vacuum mode can break through the plastic housing, posing a laceration hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Risk of severe physical injury.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and contact OWT Industries Inc. for a full refund.
Who to contact: OWT Industries Inc.; at (800) 597-9624 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.expertgardenertools.com and click on Safety Notices for more information.
The product
This recall involves Expert Gardener electric blower vacuums with two different model and serial number ranges, including model 20254EG with serial numbers BMP3010001 through BMR3311972, and model 20254EGC with serial numbers EUP3120001 through EUP3630730. Model and serial numbers are located on a label on the left side of the motor housing. The blower vacuums are green and black. "Expert Gardener" and "BlowerVac 2 Speed Quiet 150 MPH Powerful 220 MPH" are printed on the side of the green motor housing and on the black plastic blower tube.
Details
- Units affected
- About 131,500
- Recall date
- February 21, 2013
- Brand
- Changzhou Globe Tools Co. Ltd., of China, Techtronic Industries (Dongguan) Co. Ltd., of China, OWT Industries Inc., of Pickens, S.C.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- There has been one report of an incident with the recalled blower vacuums. No injuries have been reported.
20254EG20254EGC
Walmart stores nationwide and online at www.walmart.com from January 2012 through December 2012 for about $40.
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: “Electric Blower Vacuums Recalled by OWT Industries Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart”
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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