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Northern Tool & Equipment Recalls Powerhorse Portable Generators Due to Shock Hazard

U.S. CPSCElectric shockFeb 24, 2021
Recalled Powerhorse 13000ES Portable Generator
Recalled Powerhorse 13000ES Portable Generator
Recalled Powerhorse 13000ES Portable Generator - side view
Recalled Powerhorse 13000ES Portable Generator - side view
Close-up of Receptacles on Recalled Powerhorse 13000ES Portable Generator
Close-up of Receptacles on Recalled Powerhorse 13000ES Portable Generator
Location of L5-30R Receptacle and Serial Number
Location of L5-30R Receptacle and Serial Number

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The portable generators have a wiring error which can result in an electrical shock to users.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Northern Tool & Equipment to schedule a free repair by an authorized dealer.

Repair

Incidents & injuries

NTE has received one report of an incorrect wiring connection. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

This recall involves Northern Tool & Equipment Powerhorse 13000ES Portable Generator Model #799215. The gasoline generator is blue with white Powerhorse logos, a black frame and two wheels. Powerhorse 13000ES is printed in white on the top front. Serial numbers for the recalled generators are listed in the chart below. The serial number is located on the lower left of the frame. Model Number Model Description Serial Number Range 799215 Powerhorse 13,000-Watt Generator 2016 Units: 205160001 - 211160248 2017 Units: 210170001 - 211170248 2018 Units: 206180001 - 211180124 2019 Units: 208190001 - 211190124 2020 Units: 203020001 - 208200124

Sold on

Northern Tool & Equipment stores nationwide and online at www.northerntool.com from July 2016 through September 2020 for about $1,850.

Contact the company

Powerhorse Product Support toll-free at 866-443-2576 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.northerntool.com and click on "Recall Products" for more information or https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/help_product-recalls.

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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