CPSC recall 00-047, announced December 30, 1999, covers Portable generators (about 295,000 units). CPSC and DAPC are investigating whether the fuel tanks on the generators can crack where the tanks mount on the frame, posing a fire hazard. Any consumer who has seen leakage from the tank should not use the generator and should contact DAPC to obtain a free warranty replacement tank. Recall contact: call (800) 544-6986 or (800) 638-2772, or go to www.devap.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The date is on the serial barcode label found on one of the gasoline tank support rails and on the shipping carton label.
Which products are included?
The only generators affected by this notice have the following brand names: DeVilbiss Air Power Company, EX-CELL, PowerBack, Companion Model 919-32721, and Craftsman Model No. 919-32651. The seven gallon tanks that are affected include only those tanks that bear dates prior to June 1, 1999. The date is on the serial barcode label found on one of the gasoline tank support rails and on the shipping carton label.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
CPSC and DAPC are investigating whether the fuel tanks on the generators can crack where the tanks mount on the frame, posing a fire hazard. As a precaution until that evaluation is complete, consumers should not put more than three gallons of gasoline in the fuel tanks at any time.
Incidents and injuries
Each year, carbon monoxide from fuel-burning appliances kills approximately 200 people and sends 10,000 people to hospital emergency rooms. Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to the flu, including nausea, headache, dizziness, and irregular breathing. Exposure to high levels of carbon monoxide can cause death.
Official remedy
Any consumer who has seen leakage from the tank should not use the generator and should contact DAPC to obtain a free warranty replacement tank.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- DeVilbiss Air Power Company (DAPC)
- Manufacturer
- DeVilbiss Air Power Company (DAPC), of Jackson, Tenn.
- Product type
- Generators
- Recall number
- 00-047
- Units
- About 295,000
- Sold at / sales period
- These generators were sold nationwide from February 1996 until June 1999.
Portable generators
CPSC product type: Generators
Recall contact information
Consumers should contact DAPC at (800) 544-6986, ext. 21 or at www.devap.com to obtain a free warranty replacement tank. Consumers with questions can contact DAPC directly rather than contacting retailers. Consumers also can contact CPSC at (800) 638-2772.
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