CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The air intake shield may be missing. Consumers can suffer lacerations if they come into contact with the intake blower wheel.
CPSC, Emerson Tool Co. Announce Recall to Repair Wet/Dry Vacuums
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.
Required Consumer Action
If the air intake shield is missing, consumers should stop using their vacuum and contact the firm for a free repair kit.
Contact Information
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
Recall Details
Sold At
Home Depot stores and by RIDGE TOOL distributors nationwide from April 2004 through January 2005 for about $100.
Injuries
Emerson Tool Co. has received two reports of consumers who suffered lacerations to fingertips while using these vacuums.
Manufacturer
Emerson Tool Co., of St. Louis, Mo.
Recall Number
05084
Product Information
Product Name
Ridgid® 16-Gallon, Model WD16650 2-in-1 Blower Vac
Product Type
Vacuum Cleaners/Sweepers
Number of Units
About 6,500
Manufacturer Name
Emerson Tool Co., of St. Louis, Mo.
Manufactured In
Canada