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Chainsaw Recall
Name of product: Chainsaws Units: 6,900
Manufacturer: Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., of Anderson, S.C. Hazard: These saws can operate while the engine is at the "idle" setting, posing a risk of serious lacerations to the operator and bystanders. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: These Homelite brand chainsaws have model number UT10946 and manufacture dates of 11-02 (November 2002) or 12-02 (December 2002). The model numbers and manufacture dates are printed on the lower corners of a black data label located on back side of the chainsaw's engine housing, opposite the on/off trigger. They have a red housing with black trim and are sold in a rectangular black plastic case. Sold at: Home and hardware stores nationwide sold these chainsaws from December 2002 through February 2003 for about $200. Remedy: Contact Homelite to find the nearest Homelite-authorized service center for a free throttle adjustment. The stores where these chainsaws were purchased do not provide this service. Consumer Contact: Call Homelite at (800) 776-5191 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's web site at www.homelite.com. To see a picture of the recalled product, use this link: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml03/03124.html |
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