Backpack Blowers Recalled by Homelite Due to Fire Hazard

危险说明 Hazard

• The fuel tank can leak gasoline, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

受影响产品

官方描述 Description

This recall involves the Homelite Mighty Lite backpack blowers. The blowers are red and black. The following models are affected by this recall: Product Model Manufacturing Date Codes Range UT08580 ATK1820001 through ATK3659999 UT08580A ATL1530001 through ATL3669999 ATM0010001 through ATM1749999. The model number and manufacturing date code are printed on the blower's data label which is located on the red plastic housing above the choke knob and adjacent to the fuel tank. Products with a green "dot" on the outside of the package or the letters "CA" embossed on the fuel tank are not included in the recall.

事故与伤害 Incidents / Injuries

• Homelite has received 18 reports of fuel tanks leaking gasoline including one report of minor skin irritation.

官方补救措施 Remedy

• Consumers should stop using their backpack blowers immediately and contact Homelite for the closest dealer location to schedule a free fuel tank replacement.

消费者联系信息

For additional information, contact Homelite Consumer Products, Inc. at (800) 242-4672 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.homelite.com