CPSC recall 05-084, announced January 13, 2005, covers Ridgid® 16-Gallon, Model WD16650 2-in-1 Blower Vac (about 6,500 units). The air intake shield may be missing. The notice cites 2 incident reports. If the air intake shield is missing, consumers should stop using their vacuum and contact the firm for a free repair kit. Recall contact: call (866) 288-8143, or go to www.emersontoolcompany.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.
Affected model numbers
The recalled units have the model number and a serial number from 04104C through 04114C located on a label on the side of the power head.
Which products are included?
The Ridgid® 16-gallon 2-in-1 Blower Vac, Model WD16650, has light gray drums with orange lids, gray power heads, and black wheels. The recalled units have the model number and a serial number from 04104C through 04114C located on a label on the side of the power head. "Ridgid® 2 in 1 Blower Vac" is written on the front of the units.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The air intake shield may be missing. Consumers can suffer lacerations if they come into contact with the intake blower wheel.
Incidents and injuries
Emerson Tool Co. has received two reports of consumers who suffered lacerations to fingertips while using these vacuums.
Official remedy
If the air intake shield is missing, consumers should stop using their vacuum and contact the firm for a free repair kit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Ridgid
- Manufacturer
- Emerson Tool Co., of St. Louis, Mo.
- Product type
- Leaf blowers, Vacuum cleaners
- Recall number
- 05-084
- Units
- About 6,500
- Manufactured in
- Canada
- Sold at / sales period
- Home Depot stores and by RIDGE TOOL distributors nationwide from April 2004 through January 2005 for about $100.
Ridgid® 16-Gallon, Model WD16650 2-in-1 Blower Vac
CPSC product type: Vacuum Cleaners/Sweepers
Recall contact information
Consumers should call Emerson Tool Co. at (866) 288-8143 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.emersontoolcompany.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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