Elliptical Exercise Gliders Recalled by Thane Due to Fall Hazard; New Instructions to Be Provided
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-07-21). Hazards: fall. Models: BK2080, BK2280. About 48,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09754 |
| Published | 2009-07-21 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Exercise Machines/Equipment |
| Products | Orbitrek Elite and Orbitrek Elite Magnetic Elliptical Exercise Gliders |
| Firm named in the title | Thane |
| Firms | Utop Sporting Co., of China (manufacturer); Thane International Inc., of La Quinta, Calif. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 48,000 |
| Model numbers | BK2080, BK2280 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | new instructions, inspect, stop use |
| Sold | Directly to consumers at www.thane.com and through television infomercials from March 2007 through May 2009 for between $200 and $300. |
Description
This recall involves Orbitrek Elite ("OE") and Orbitrek Elite Magnetic ("OEM") elliptical gliders with model numbers BK2080 (OE) and BK2280 (OEM). The recalled gliders have a blue and gray plastic cover. The model name can be located on the side of the machine. No other models of Orbitrek-branded elliptical gliders are included in this recall.
Hazard
The written instructions incorrectly identify the proper location of the spring washer. An incorrectly installed spring washer can put undue stress on bolts, causing them to loosen, which poses a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled machines until they inspect their unit and confirm that the spring washer is in the correct location. Thane is directly contacting consumers to provide new assembly instructions, which can also be located on the firm's Web site.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Machine access
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