CPSC recall 18-235, announced September 27, 2018, covers Life Fitness PowerMill climbers (about 11,800 units). Electrical arcing can occur if liquid enters the power receptacle at the front of the climbers, resulting in sparking and smoking, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 8 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PowerMill climbers and contact Life Fitness for instructions on receiving a free repair. Recall contact: call 877-423-3253, go to www.lifefitness.com, or email upgradesupport@lifefitness.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 model letters appear at the front of the serial number on the bottom right of the unit, on the inside of the "step-up" support.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Life Fitness PowerMill climbers models PMA, PFB, PMD, PFD, PMH, and PFH. The model letters appear at the front of the serial number on the bottom right of the unit, on the inside of the "step-up" support. The climbers were manufactured and distributed from 2014 through 2018. Life Fitness is printed on the side panels of the machines. The climber machines have a moving mechanical staircase (similar to an escalator) with rotating steps between two handrails.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Electrical arcing can occur if liquid enters the power receptacle at the front of the climbers, resulting in sparking and smoking, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received eight reports of the PowerMill climbers smoking and sparking, resulting in fire and property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PowerMill climbers and contact Life Fitness for instructions on receiving a free repair. All known purchasers are being contacted directly by the firm.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Life Fitness
- Manufacturer
- Life Fitness, of Rosemont, Ill.
- Product type
- Exercise equipment
- Recall number
- 18-235
- Units
- About 11,800
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Through Life Fitness direct sales representatives and fitness equipment dealers to commercial fitness facilities from July 2014 to August 2018 for between $9,000 and $12,000.
- Distributor
- Life Fitness, of Rosemont, Ill.
Recall contact information
Life Fitness toll-free at 877-423-3253 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at upgradesupport@lifefitness.com or go online at www.lifefitness.com and click the “Product Warranty Information” link for more information.
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