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Product recall · CPSCSeptember 27, 2016Serious
GTHI Ice Tools
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The head of the ice tool can detach from the shaft, posing a fall hazard to climbers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ice tools and contact GTHI for a full refund or replacement. Owners of the recalled tools have been contacted directly.
Who to contact: GTHI at 800-860-3653 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email raptorrecall@trango.com or online at www.trango.com and click on Product Alerts for more information.
The product
This recall involves Trango Raptor ice tools used for mountain climbing. The ice tools have a blue and black shaft, measure approximately 19 inches tall and weigh about 1.4 lbs. They have an ice pick at the end of a curved shaft and rubber handle. The words "raptor" and "TRANGO" are written in white letters on the handle of the shaft.
Details
- Units affected
- About 220
- Recall date
- September 27, 2016
- Brand
- Great Trango Holdings, Inc. (GTHI), of Louisville, Colo.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received two reports of the head of the ice tool detaching from the shaft. No injuries have been reported.
Authorized GTHI dealers and outdoor specialty stores nationwide and online at www.trango.com from October 2015 through February 2016 for about $175.
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: “GTHI Recalls Ice Tools Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)”
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