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CPSC, DeVilbiss Air Power Co. Announce Recall of Porter-Cable Portable Generators

CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2001-12-14 · 02067

Hazards

A small hole in the generator's fuel tank, where it mounts to the frame, can leak fuel and pose a fire hazard to consumers.

Recall

Number
02067
Date
2001-12-14
Injuries reported
1

Products

Names
Porter-Cable portable generators

Companies

Manufacturer(s)
DeVilbiss Air Power Co., of Jackson, Tenn.
Retailer(s)
Major home centers nationwide sold these generators, from September 2001 through October 2001, for approximately $600.

Description

The recalled gasoline-powered generators have the model number BSI550-W printed on the fuel tank between the handles. These generators also have the date code "09-10-01" printed on a bar code label on the gasoline tank support rail. The generators are red with a black fuel tank and have the brand "Porter-Cable" printed on the fuel tank. Generators produced on dates other than "09-10-01" are not included in this recall.

Source

Authoritative
CPSC recall page
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