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Product recall · CPSCApril 8, 2008Serious
Fingerhut Master Craft® Pressure Washers
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The motor on the pressure washer can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
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 stop using the pressure washers immediately, unplug them and return the pressure washer to Fingerhut for a refund or replacement product. A pre-paid shipping label will be provided to consumers. Fingerhut is directly contacting purchasers of the pressure washers.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Fingerhut Direct Marketing at (866) 931-5417 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.fingerhut.com
The product
This recall involves Master Craft® pressure washers with model number ABW-3100G. The model number is located on a label under the handle. The pressure washer has a yellow housing and the name, Master Craft® printed on the side.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,900
- Recall date
- April 8, 2008
- Brand
- Fingerhut Direct Marketing, of Eden Prairie, Minn.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Fingerhut has received four reports of smoke coming from the unit, including one report of fire. No injuries have been reported.
ABW-3100G
Fingerhut catalogs and Fingerhut.com from July 2007 through March 2008 for about $100.
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: “Fingerhut Recalls Master Craft® Pressure Washers Due to Fire Hazard”
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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