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Affected model numbers
UT08542UT08542AModel number UT08542 or UT08542A is printed on the operator's manual.
Why it was recalled
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.
Incidents and injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these blowers immediately and return them to a Home Depot store for a new blower or a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Recall number
- 06-073
- Units
- About 1,550
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Home Depot stores nationwide from September 2005 through November 2005 for about $99.
- Importer
- Homelite Consumer Products Inc., of Anderson, S.C.
Homelite Vac Attack II Blower
CPSC product type: Blowers
Recall contact information
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
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Publication and verification
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