CPSC2014-04-24
Ariens Recalls Snow Throwers and Power Brushes Due to Amputation and Laceration Hazards
Ariens Company, of Brillion, Wisc.
Hazard
A drive pulley can crack while in use and cause the auger/impeller or brush to continue to rotate after the clutch lever is disengaged. This poses amputation and laceration hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snow throwers and brushes and contact Ariens Company for a free repair. Consumers should remember to never put their hands into the discharge chute.
Sold at
Home Depot stores and other authorized Ariens dealers nationwide from January 2014 to February 2014 for between $500 and $2,200.
Affected count
About 5,700
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Ariens and Sno-Tek Snow Throwers, Ariens and Gravely All-Season Power Brushes
Consumer contact
Ariens Company toll-free at (877) 740-7060 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.ariens.com click on "Recall Information" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Ariens-Recalls-Snow-Throwers-and-Power-BrushesDon't want to check this manually?
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