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Recall 02235 — Shindaiwa hedge trimmers

U.S. CPSC · United States · 2002-08-20

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Agency
U.S. CPSC
Recall identifier
02235
Date of alert
2002-08-20
Country / jurisdiction
United States
Risk type
recall
Brand
Shindaiwa Inc., of Tualatin, Ore.
Product category
consumer_product
Reported risk: The recalled hedge trimmers have red engine covers and a label on the recoil starter that reads "Professional Shindaiwa." The recall includes model HT231 with serial numbers between 1010004 and 1111239 and model DH231 with serial numbers between 1010001 and 1100149. The serial numbers are printed on a nameplate on the engine cover. Hazards: The catalytic muffler can overheat and damage the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.
Primary source: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-and-Shindaiwa-Announce-Recall-of-Hedge-Tr

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