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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2015-07-22

GreenWorks Blower/Vacs Recalled by Sunrise Global Marketing Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Is my product affected?

GreenWorks blower/vacs

  • Brand Sunrise Global Marketing LLC, of Mooresville, N.C., owns the GreenWorks brand

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

GreenWorks is recalling certain 12-amp electric blower/vacs due to a fire and burn hazard. The affected models are the 24022 and 24072, which have a green motor housing, black blower tube, and black restrictor nozzle. Model 24022 has serial numbers between GWS0350001 through GWS2280500 and features a two-speed switch, while model 24072 has serial numbers between GWR1310001 through GWS2281100 and features a variable speed switch. The motor in these units can catch fire, creating a risk of fire and burn injuries.

Consumers who own a recalled blower/vac should immediately stop using it. According to the recall, affected consumers should contact Sunrise Global Marketing for a full refund.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

The blower/vac's motor can catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards.

What should I do?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower/vacs and contact Sunrise Global Marketing for a full refund.

Details from the source

This recall involves GreenWorks 12-amp electric blower/vacs. The blower/vacs have a green motor housing and a black blower tube and restrictor nozzle. They measure 12 inches high and 34 inches long. Recalled blower/vacs have model number 24022 with a serial number between GWS0350001 through GWS2280500 or model number 24072 with a serial number between GWR1310001 through GWS2281100. The model number, serial number, "greenworks" and "ELECTRIC BLOWER/MULCHER WITH BAG" are printed on the side of the motor housing. Model 24022 has a two-speed switch. Model 24072 has a variable speed switch.

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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