Leaf Blowers Sold at Home Depot Recalled for Laceration Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2006-01-25 · 06073
Hazards
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.
Recall
Number
06073
Date
2006-01-25
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Homelite Vac Attack II Blower
Companies
Retailer(s)
Home Depot stores nationwide from September 2005 through November 2005 for about $99.
Importer(s)
Homelite Consumer Products Inc., of Anderson, S.C.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The recalled blower is used outside to blow, vacuum or mulch leaves. "Homelite" is printed on the top of the blower. The blower is red with a black nozzle, and weighs about 10 lbs. Model number UT08542 or UT08542A is printed on the operator's manual. Only blowers missing the black cover over the fan are included in the recall. "Homelite" and "Vac Attack II" are written on the fan cover. A bag connects to the blower to collect the leaves or mulch.