Powermate Generators Recall to Repair by Pramac America Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2012-11-13). Hazards: fire. Models: Sx5500, PM0125500. About 7,700 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 13036 |
| Published | 2012-11-13 |
| Last updated | 2015-01-20 |
| Product category | Generators |
| Products | Powermate Sx 5500 portable generators |
| Firm named in the title | Powermate Generators |
| Firms | Am Pride Chongqing Senci IMP & EXP Trade Co., of China (manufacturer); Pramac America LLC, of Kearney, Neb. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 7,700 |
| Model numbers | Sx5500, PM0125500 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | repair, replace, stop use |
| Trade facets | electrical |
| Sold | Home Depot stores in northeast, mid-west and southeast United States from February 2012 through August 2012 for about $550. |
Description
The recalled portable generators have "Powermate 5500" printed on the side of the black generator with wheels. These generators were sold under the model name Sx5500 and model number PM0125500. Both are printed on a plate on the rear of the generators with serial numbers of the recalled units ranging from K003xxxxxQ through K090xxxxxQ.
Hazard
The fuel filter on this generator allows gasoline to leak, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these recalled portable generators and contact Pramac America to receive a free repair kit including a replacement filter, hose and hose clamps for fuel line.
Incidents and injuries
Pramac America has received 51 reports of fuel filter leakage. No fires or injuries have been reported.
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