Sno-Tek Snow Blowers Recalled by Liquid Combustion Technology Due to Laceration Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-02-17). Hazards: fire, laceration. Models: 920402, 920403, PW1HK18650781DE-ABGOQUVE1M. About 1,500 units in the US and 300 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11137 |
| Published | 2011-02-17 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-08 |
| Product category | Snow Throwers or Blowers |
| Products | Sno-Tek snow blowers |
| Firm named in the title | Liquid Combustion Technology |
| Firms | Ariens, of Brillion, Wis. (manufacturer); Liquid Combustion Technology, LLC (LCT), of Travelers Rest, S.C. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China, United States |
| Units (US) | 1,500 |
| Units (Canada) | 300 |
| Model numbers | 920402, 920403, PW1HK18650781DE-ABGOQUVE1M |
| Hazard classes | fire, laceration |
| Remedy classes | repair, replace, new instructions, stop use |
| Sold | Home Depot and Ariens authorized dealers nationwide and HD.com in Canada from August 2010 through September 2010 for between about $700 and $800. |
Description
The recalled snow blowers have a LCT StormForce engine with "Sno-Tek" printed across a metal handlebar plate. Snow blowers with model numbers 920402 and 920403 and UPC codes 5105803094 and 5105803095 are included in this recall. Only snow blowers with engine model number PW1HK18650781DE-ABGOQUVE1M with serial numbers ranging from 1065H04008325A through 1065H04012104A are affected by this recall. The product model number and UPC codes are printed on a label attached to the outside of the gear box near the left wheel.
Hazard
The snow blower's engine is missing a safety shield above the side mounted electric starter, posing a laceration hazard to consumer's fingers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these snow blowers and contact LCT for a free repair kit and installation instructions or return them to an authorized LCT service center location for a free repair. LCT's Service Network toll free number is (800) 558-5402
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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