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CPSC, Country Home Products, Inc. Announce Recall to Repair Cordless Electric Lawnmowers

Reported: January 23, 2006 Initiated: January 23, 2006 #06526

Product Description

The recalled lawnmowers were sold under the NEUTON® name and carry model number EM 4 1 NEUTON® printed on the front portion of the lawnmower. The lawnmowers are two shades of green and have a 14-inch cutting width with rear bagging capability. The serial number ranges of the recalled mowers are CE4049212 through CE4054902 and CE4061492 through CE4071541. The serial number can be found by lifting the rear discharge guard of the mower. It is on a sticker on the lower left side of the mower housing.

Reason for Recall

When the handlebar is released on the recalled lawnmowers, the motor could continue to run, which causes the blade to continue to spin. In addition, there is excessive heat build up in the wire coil inside the housing and also in the safety key.

Remedy

Country Home Products, Inc. is sending all registered owners instructions on how to perform the free repair on these mowers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled lawnmowers were sold under the NEUTON® name and carry model number EM 4 1 NEUTON® printed on the front portion of the lawnmower. The lawnmowers are two shades of green and have a 14-inch cutting width with rear bagging capability. The serial number ranges of the recalled mowers are CE4049212 through CE4054902 and CE4061492 through CE4071541. The serial number can be found by lifting the rear discharge guard of the mower. It is on a sticker on the lower left side of the mower housing.. Units affected: About 15,700.
Why was this product recalled?
When the handlebar is released on the recalled lawnmowers, the motor could continue to run, which causes the blade to continue to spin. In addition, there is excessive heat build up in the wire coil inside the housing and also in the safety key.
What should consumers do?
Country Home Products, Inc. is sending all registered owners instructions on how to perform the free repair on these mowers.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 23, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06526.