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Recall #05-078 · Published January 4, 2005

Dirt Devil® Sweeper Vac™

CPSC, Royal Appliance Announce Recall of Sweeper Vac™

CPSC published a recall notice for Dirt Devil® Sweeper Vac™ from Royal Appliance on January 4, 2005. CPSC identifies this hazard: The vacuum's rotor can lock and overheat during use, causing a smoke and fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Dirt Devil® to receive a free replacement.

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Dirt Devil® Sweeper Vac™
Dirt Devil® Sweeper Vac™
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What to check on the product label

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Affected model numbers

M083000
Additional identifying details

The recall involves vacuum cleaners with the Model Number M083000 with the Plant Code J.

Why it was recalled

The vacuum's rotor can lock and overheat during use, causing a smoke and fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

None reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Dirt Devil® to receive a free replacement.

Product and sales details

Brand
Royal Appliance
Manufacturer
Royal Appliance, of Glenwillow, Ohio
Recall number
05-078
Units
About 20,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Retailers nationwide from November 2003 through November 2004 for between $30 and $40.

Dirt Devil® Sweeper Vac™

CPSC product type: Vacuum Cleaners/Sweepers

Recall contact information

Call Dirt Devil® toll-free at (800) 321-1134 anytime or visit Dirt Devil's Web site at www.dirtdevil.com

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