Inflator Pumps Recalled By Stearns Inc. Due to Laceration Hazard

危险说明 Hazard

• The inflator pumps can explode during use, ejecting sharp plastic parts and posing a serious laceration hazard to consumers.

受影响产品

官方描述 Description

The recalled inflator pump has a blue body with a black handle, hose, and pressure gage. The pump is 5 inches (12.7 cm) high and weighs about 3 pounds. West Marine is printed on a white sticker on the top of the pump housing. A second label contains a "caution" statement along with Ho Lee Co., Ltd. and UL listing information. The manufacturer's model number HB-183BG and the date code 1203 are also on the label.

事故与伤害 Incidents / Injuries

• Stearns has received three reports of pumps exploding. One consumer reported lacerations and two fractured ribs. Two other consumers received minor lacerations to the face and chest.

官方补救措施 Remedy

• Consumers are asked to return their inflator pump to nearest West Marine or BoatU.S. store for a full refund.

消费者联系信息

For more information consumers can contact West Marine or BoatU.S. at (800) 262-8464 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.westmarine.com