CPSC, SHURflo Announce Recall to Repair Backpack Sprayers
USCPSC, SHURflo Announce Recall to Repair Backpack Sprayers
Recalling Firm: SHURflo LLC, of Cypress, Calif.
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The power plug can corrode after extensive exposure to water and corrosive chemicals, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Product Description & Identification
The recalled SHURflo ProPack Model SRS-540 rechargeable electric backpack sprayers have manufacture dates before September 2004. The model number and manufacture date are printed on a label affixed to the motor bracket, which can found by removing the battery pack. The sprayers have a clear or black hose, aluminum spray lance, and a white body. The words "SHURflo" and "Pro Pack" are printed on a label on the front of the unit.
Affected Products
ProPack Rechargeable Electric Backpack Sprayers
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-SHURflo-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-Backpack-Sprayers- |
| Title | CPSC, SHURflo Announce Recall to Repair Backpack Sprayers |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/backsprayer.jpg |
| Images › Caption | ProPack Rechargeable Electric Backpack Sprayer |
| Hazards › Name | The power plug can corrode after extensive exposure to water and corrosive chemicals, posing a fire hazard to consumers. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received three reports of power plug failures and one report of a minor fire. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | ProPack Rechargeable Electric Backpack Sprayers |
| Products › Type | Sprayers |
| Products › Category I D | 2147 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 6,100 |
| Recall I D | 2848 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using the backpack sprayers immediately and contact SHURflo to receive a free repair kit. |
| Retailers › Name | Pest control, turf care, sanitary maintenance and tool and equipment distributors nationwide from July 2003 through August 2004 for between $170 and $215. |
| Recall Date | 2005-01-11T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled SHURflo ProPack Model SRS-540 rechargeable electric backpack sprayers have manufacture dates before September 2004. The model number and manufacture date are printed on a label affixed to the motor bracket, which can found by removing the battery pack. The sprayers have a clear or black hose, aluminum spray lance, and a white body. The words "SHURflo" and "Pro Pack" are printed on a label on the front of the unit. |
| Recall Number | 05081 |
| Manufacturers › Name | SHURflo LLC, of Cypress, Calif. |
| Consumer Contact | Call SHURflo at (800) 854-3218 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the SHURflo Web site at www.shurflo.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2024-09-05T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |
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