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Product recall · CPSCJuly 30, 2009Serious
Sherwin-Williams Purdy Scrapers
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The recalled scraper's body can break away from the handle when struck against a hard object. This poses a laceration hazard to users.
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.
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What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled scraper immediately and return it to any Sherwin-Williams store or the place of purchase for a free replacement.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Sherwin-Williams at (888) 304-3769 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.sherwin-williams.com
The product
The recalled scraper is a 2 ½" wide steel tool with a four-sided edge. The handle has a soft black grip with "Purdy" printed in red letters on the side of the handle.
Details
- Units affected
- About 76,000
- Recall date
- July 30, 2009
- Brand
- Allway Tools Inc., of Bronx, New York
- Made or distributed by
- The Sherwin-Williams Co., of Cleveland, Ohio
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received four reports of the scraper's body separating from the handle. There have been no reported injuries.
Sherwin-Williams Paint stores, Duron Paint stores, MA Bruder Paint stores, United Paint Stores, Norfolk Paint Stores, Mercury Paint Stores, Old Quaker Paint Stores, Flex Bon Paint Stores and Columbia Paint Stores nationwide from February 2009 through June 2009 for about $9.
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: “Sherwin-Williams Recalls Purdy Scrapers Due to Laceration 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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