New England Ropes Recalls Climbing Lines Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-07-29). Hazards: fall. Models: 3411-91, 3415-91, 3403-95. About 530 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08346 |
| Published | 2008-07-29 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Climbing Equipment |
| Products | Maxim Apogee and Maxim Pinnacle Dynamic Climbing Lines/Ropes |
| Firm named in the title | New England Ropes |
| Firms | New England Ropes, of Fall River, Mass. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 530 |
| Model numbers | 3411-91, 3415-91, 3403-95 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Retailers nationwide from August 2006 through June 2008 for between $180 and $262. |
Description
Two types of climbing ropes have been included in this recall, the Maxim Apogee 9.1mm and Maxim Pinnacle 9.5mm. The Maxim Apogee 9.1mm is a 48 carrier climbing rope. The colors are yellow and black, and red and yellow. The model numbers are 3411-91 and 3415-91, with date codes 060801 thru 080601. The UPC codes are: 75396312299, 75396312298, 75396312301, and 75396312300. The Maxim Pinnacle 9.5mm is a blue 48 carrier climbing rope. The Model number is 3403-95, with date codes 070201 thru 080601. The UPC codes are 75396312292 and 75396312293. The date codes and the UPC codes are on the original packaging.
Hazard
The climbing lines can break, posing a serious fall hazard for climbers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dynamic climbing lines and contact the manufacturer for a free replacement.
Incidents and injuries
None.
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