CPSC, Emerson Tool Co. Announce Recall to Repair Wet/Dry Vacuums
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-01-13). Hazards: laceration. Models: WD16650. About 6,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05084 |
| Published | 2005-01-13 |
| Last updated | 2024-09-06 |
| Product category | Vacuum Cleaners/Sweepers |
| Products | Ridgid® 16-Gallon, Model WD16650 2-in-1 Blower Vac |
| Firm named in the title | Emerson Tool Co. |
| Firms | Emerson Tool Co., of St. Louis, Mo. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Canada |
| Units (US) | 6,500 |
| Model numbers | WD16650 |
| Hazard classes | laceration |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Home Depot stores and by RIDGE TOOL distributors nationwide from April 2004 through January 2005 for about $100. |
Description
The Ridgid® 16-gallon 2-in-1 Blower Vac, Model WD16650, has light gray drums with orange lids, gray power heads, and black wheels. The recalled units have the model number and a serial number from 04104C through 04114C located on a label on the side of the power head. "Ridgid® 2 in 1 Blower Vac" is written on the front of the units.
Hazard
The air intake shield may be missing. Consumers can suffer lacerations if they come into contact with the intake blower wheel.
Remedy
If the air intake shield is missing, consumers should stop using their vacuum and contact the firm for a free repair kit.
Incidents and injuries
Emerson Tool Co. has received two reports of consumers who suffered lacerations to fingertips while using these vacuums.
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