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Product recall · CPSCAugust 9, 2016Worth checking
Kohler Power Systems Portable Generators Due to Shock Hazard
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The generators have a wiring error, which can result in an electrical shock risk if an electrical device is plugged into the generator.
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
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 generators and contact Kohler to schedule a free repair by the closest authorized dealer.
Who to contact: Kohler Power Systems toll-free at 866-667-4835 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email generator.feedback@kohler.com or online at http://power.kohler.com, and click "Contact Us" on the upper-right side of the page.
The product
This recall involves the following Kohler portable generator models: PRO3.7, PRO3.7E, PRO5.2, PRO5.2E, and GEN5.0 with Spec Number PA-GEN50-3003. These generators have black frame assemblies and blue fuel tanks. The PRO3.7, PRO5.2 and GEN5.0 models have manual recoil start. The PRO3.7E and PRO5.2E have both manual recoil and electric start. Only generators with serial number 4528733735 or lower, and a manufacture date prior to 06 2016, representing the months and year of manufacture, are included in this recall. Model numbers, serial numbers, spec number and manufacturing date codes are on a silver label placed on each generator on the lower black frame assemblies.
Details
- Units affected
- About 7,000 (in addition, about 230 were sold in Canada)
- Recall date
- August 9, 2016
- Brand
- Sumec Machinery & Electric Co. Ltd., of China
- Made or distributed by
- Kohler Power Systems of Kohler, Wis.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
PRO3.7
Authorized Kohler distributors and dealers from June 2014 through May 2016 for between $740 and $1,400.
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: “Kohler Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators Due to Shock 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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