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CPSC, Emerson Tool Co. Announce Recall to Repair Wet/Dry Vacuums

U.S. CPSCCutsSold on The Home DepotJan 13, 2005
Ridgid® 16-Gallon, Model WD16650 2-in-1 Blower Vac
Ridgid® 16-Gallon, Model WD16650 2-in-1 Blower Vac

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Hazard

The air intake shield may be missing. Consumers can suffer lacerations if they come into contact with the intake blower wheel.

Remedy

If the air intake shield is missing, consumers should stop using their vacuum and contact the firm for a free repair kit.

Incidents & injuries

Emerson Tool Co. has received two reports of consumers who suffered lacerations to fingertips while using these vacuums.

Product description

The Ridgid® 16-gallon 2-in-1 Blower Vac, Model WD16650, has light gray drums with orange lids, gray power heads, and black wheels. The recalled units have the model number and a serial number from 04104C through 04114C located on a label on the side of the power head. "Ridgid® 2 in 1 Blower Vac" is written on the front of the units.

Sold on

Home Depot stores and by RIDGE TOOL distributors nationwide from April 2004 through January 2005 for about $100.

Contact the company

Consumers should call Emerson Tool Co. at (866) 288-8143 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.emersontoolcompany.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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