CPSCRecalled May 15, 2008 · #08271
Shindaiwa Corp. Recalls Backpack Blowers Due to Laceration and Impact Hazards
Hazard
The blower's impeller (fan) can separate from the base and break apart, causing plastic pieces to be blown out of the machine, and pose a laceration and impact hazard to consumers. The flying pieces also can cause property damage and injury to bystanders.
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Get started, freeDescription
This recall involves Shindaiwa Models EB8510 and EB8510RT. All models up to serial # 7014728 are included. The backpack blowers weigh approximately 24 pounds and include Serial Numbers through February 2007 production (S/N 702XXXX) which are located on the side label. These machines are black and blue with a red and black label that reads, "EB8510, Shindaiwa."
Product details
- Product
- Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers
- Type
- Blowers
- Manufacturer
- Shindaiwa Kogyo Co. Ltd, of Hiroshima, Japan
- Model numbers
- EB8510, EB8510RT, 7014728, 2007, 702XXXX
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Shindaiwa dealers nationwide from September 2005 through January 2007 for about $600.
- Made in
- Japan
What you should do
Consumers should stop using the backpack blowers immediately and contact Shindaiwa for the closest dealer location to schedule a free inspection and impeller replacement. Consumers who have registered their equipment should have already received correspondence from Shindaiwa about this recall.