CPSC, Emerson Tool Co. Announce Recall to Repair Wet/Dry Vacuums
CPSC recall 05084 · announced January 13, 2005 · Emerson Tool Co · 6,500 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
The air intake shield may be missing. Consumers can suffer lacerations if they come into contact with the intake blower wheel.
What to do (per CPSC)
If the air intake shield is missing, consumers should stop using their vacuum and contact the firm for a free repair kit.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Emerson Tool Co. has received two reports of consumers who suffered lacerations to fingertips while using these vacuums.
Sold at: Home Depot stores and by RIDGE TOOL distributors nationwide from April 2004 through January 2005 for about $100.
Consumer contact: 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
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.