One World Technologies Recalls Snow Blowers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot
危险说明 Hazard
- The snow blowers can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard.
受影响产品
官方描述 Description
This recall involves Ryobi 40-Volt Brushless Snow Blowers. Item number RY40802 is printed on the data label on the back of the blowers. The snow blowers are black and green with two LED lights located on the front of the unit and are approximately 22 inches wide by 43 inches tall. "RYOBI" is printed on the front of the snow blowers. The models included in this recall are RY40802, RY40802A and RY40822. The model numbers are printed on the packaging. "40 V" is printed on each side of the snow blowers.
事故与伤害 Incidents / Injuries
- One World has received two reports of snow blowers overheating during or immediately after use. Of the two reports, one consumer reported seeing flames which were immediately extinguished. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
官方补救措施 Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snow blowers and return them to One World Technologies for a full refund.
Options:Refund
消费者联系信息
One World Technologies at (800) 597-9624 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.ryobitools.com and click on "Important Safety Notice" for more information.
相关企业
制造商:Techtronic Industries (Dongguan) Co. Ltd., of China
制造国家/地区:China
进口商:One World Technologies Inc., of Anderson, S.C.
零售商:Online at www.homedepot.com from November 2015 through February 2016 for about $280 (unit only) and $350 (part of a kit which contains a Ryobi 40-Volt Brushless Snow Blower, a Ryobi 40-Volt Lithium Ion Battery, and a Ryobi 40-Volt Lithium Ion Battery Charger).