[Recalled] PowerMill climbers — This recall involves Life Fitness PowerMill climbers models PMA, PFB, PMD, PFD,… | CPSC 2018-09-27
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | PowerMill climbers |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Life Fitness, of Rosemont, Ill. |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 18235 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 27 September 2018 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: This recall involves Life Fitness PowerMill climbers models PMA, PFB, PMD, PFD, PMH, and PFH. The model letters appear at the front of the serial number on the bottom right of the unit, on the inside of the "step-up" support. The climbers were manufactured and distributed from 2014 through 2018. Life Fitness is printed on the side panels of the machines. The climber machines have a moving mechanical staircase (similar to an escalator) with rotating steps between two handrails. Hazards: Electrical arcing can occur if liquid enters the power receptacle at the front of the climbers, resulting in sparking and smoking, posing a fire hazard.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Review the official notice to confirm whether your unit is affected.
Read the full official notice →
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