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Product recall · CPSCDecember 9, 2015Serious
The Craftsman Brand Blower/Vacs
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The blower/vac's motor can catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards.
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 immediately stop using the recalled blower/vacs and contact the Craftsman brand hotline for a full refund.
Who to contact: The Craftsman brand hotline toll-free at 888-266-7096 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST Monday through Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST Friday through Sunday, or online at www.craftsman.com and click on Product Recalls for more information.
The product
This recall involves two models of Craftsman 12-amp electric blower/vacs. The blower/vacs have a red motor housing and a black blower tube and restrictor nozzle, and measure 12 inches high by 34 inches long. Blower/vacs with model number 138.74898 or 138.74899 are being recalled. Model 138.74898 has a variable speed switch and a serial number between SES0100001 and SES1951280. Model 138.74899 has a two-speed switch and a serial number between SER3561101 and SES2141280. The model number, serial number, "Craftsman" and "AC BLOWER / VAC" are printed on the side of the motor housing.
Details
- Units affected
- About 74,000
- Recall date
- December 9, 2015
- Brand
- Ace Hardware Corporation, of Oak Brook, Ill., Orchard Supply Hardware, of San Jose, Calif., Sears, Roebuck & Co., of Hoffman Estates, Ill.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Seven reports of the blower/vacs catching fire have been received. One injury has been reported.
138.74898138.74899
ACE Hardware, Orchard Supply Hardware, and Sears stores nationwide and online from January 2013 through October 2015 for between $50 and $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: “The Craftsman Brand Recalls Blower/Vacs Due to Fire and Burn Hazards”
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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