CPSC recall 06-064, announced January 11, 2006, covers Generac Power Systems 12" Braided Flex Fuel Hose sold with certain Guardian® Home Standby Air-Cooled Generators (about 20,000 units). The fuel hoses can leak if bent in an unreasonable fashion during installation or upon completion of installation. Consumers should stop using the generator if the fuel hose is bent or if the ferrules (connectors) are cracked, split or damaged in any way. Recall contact: call (800) 949-7440, or go to www.generac.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 generators are about 4 feet by 2 feet by 2½ feet, tan in color, and have identification decal tags displaying the serial number.
Which products are included?
The recalled 12-inch braided flex fuel hoses are used with Guardian® Home Standby Air-Cooled Generators with serial numbers 3789827 and below. The generators are about 4 feet by 2 feet by 2½ feet, tan in color, and have identification decal tags displaying the serial number. The decal tag is affixed to the black divider plate that separates the engine from the control panel and can be found by lifting the top/lid of the metal enclosure. The fuel hose came supplied with the generator kits and connects the fuel supply to the generator. The hose is 12 inches long and covered with braided steel.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The fuel hoses can leak if bent in an unreasonable fashion during installation or upon completion of installation. If an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion can occur.
Incidents and injuries
Generac has received no reports of fuel hose leaks. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the generator if the fuel hose is bent or if the ferrules (connectors) are cracked, split or damaged in any way. Consumers with a bent hose or damaged connector should contact Generac Power Systems or a Generac authorized service dealer, to arrange for a free inspection and replacement of the flex fuel hose.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wis. (generator), RB Royal Industries Inc., of Fond du Lac, Wis. (hose)
- Product type
- Generators
- Recall number
- 06-064
- Units
- About 20,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent and national dealers sold these generators with the flex fuel hoses between March 2001 and September 2003 for about $1500 to $2500.
12" Braided Flex Fuel Hose sold with certain Guardian® Home Standby Air-Cooled Generators
CPSC product type: Gas/Propane Connectors/Regulators/Hoses
Recall contact information
Call Generac Power Systems at (800) 949-7440 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.generac.com
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