Leaf Blowers Sold at Home Depot Recalled for Laceration Hazard

危险说明 Hazard

• The blowers are missing the doors covering the vacuum inlet. This exposes the blower's fan blade, posing a risk of finger laceration to the user.

受影响产品

官方描述 Description

The recalled blower is used outside to blow, vacuum or mulch leaves. "Homelite" is printed on the top of the blower. The blower is red with a black nozzle, and weighs about 10 lbs. Model number UT08542 or UT08542A is printed on the operator's manual. Only blowers missing the black cover over the fan are included in the recall. "Homelite" and "Vac Attack II" are written on the fan cover. A bag connects to the blower to collect the leaves or mulch.

事故与伤害 Incidents / Injuries

• No incidents or injuries have been reported.

官方补救措施 Remedy

• Consumers should stop using these blowers immediately and return them to a Home Depot store for a new blower or a full refund.

消费者联系信息

Contact Homelite toll-free at (800) 242-4672 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.homelite.com