Blower/Vac
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
Craftsman is recalling two models of 12-amp electric blower/vacs—model numbers 138.74898 and 138.74899—due to a fire and burn hazard. The recalled blower/vacs have red motor housings with black blower tubes and restrictor nozzles, measure 12 inches high by 34 inches long, and can be identified by their model and serial numbers printed on the motor housing. Model 138.74898 units have a variable speed switch and serial numbers between SES0100001 and SES1951280, while model 138.74899 units have a two-speed switch and serial numbers between SER3561101 and SES2141280. The motors in these units can catch fire, creating fire and burn hazards.
Consumers who own a recalled blower/vac should immediately stop using it and contact the Craftsman brand hotline for a full refund.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
The blower/vac's motor can catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower/vacs and contact the Craftsman brand hotline for a full refund.
This recall involves two models of Craftsman 12-amp electric blower/vacs. The blower/vacs have a red motor housing and a black blower tube and restrictor nozzle, and measure 12 inches high by 34 inches long. Blower/vacs with model number 138.74898 or 138.74899 are being recalled. Model 138.74898 has a variable speed switch and a serial number between SES0100001 and SES1951280. Model 138.74899 has a two-speed switch and a serial number between SER3561101 and SES2141280. The model number, serial number, "Craftsman" and "AC BLOWER / VAC" are printed on the side of the motor housing.
Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗
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