CPSC recall · Reported July 7, 2011
Changzhou Globe Tool Group Recalls Electric Log Splitters Due to Laceration or Amputation Hazard; Firm to Provide Additional On-Product Warnings; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores
The electric log splitters have a hydraulic arm that, during use, slides under the handle used to move the machine. The moving hydraulic arm poses a laceration or amputation injur…
Changzhou Globe Tool Group Co. Ltd., of China recalled The log splitters are silver and black, electric 5-ton models. The log splitter brand nam….
Changzhou Globe Tool Group Recalls Electric Log Splitters Due to Laceration or Amputation… was recalled by Changzhou Globe Tool Group Co. Ltd., of China in July 7, 2011. Reason: The electric log splitters have a hydraulic arm that, during use, slides under the handle used to move the ma…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled log splitters and contact Changzhou …. Verify recall #11273 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Changzhou Globe Tool Group Co. Ltd., of China issued this CPSC recall-The electric log splitters have a hydraulic arm that, during use, slides under the handle used to move the ma….
- None
- agency class
- July 7, 2011
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11273 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
The log splitters are silver and black, electric 5-ton models. The log splitter brand name, model and item number below is included in this recall. Brand Name Mfg. Model No. Item Number Task Force 26083 241483 The item number and model number is printed on the power switch label at the rear of the log splitter. "Task Force" is printed on the side rail of the log splitters.
Reason for recall
The electric log splitters have a hydraulic arm that, during use, slides under the handle used to move the machine. The moving hydraulic arm poses a laceration or amputation injury hazard to individuals who place their hands on that handle while the splitter is in operation.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled log splitters and contact Changzhou Globe Tool Group Co. Ltd. to receive a free set of warning labels including placement instructions.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 11273 |
| Date reported | July 7, 2011 |
| Date initiated | July 7, 2011 |
| Recalling firm | Changzhou Globe Tool Group Co. Ltd., of China |
| Affected scope | About 20,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled log splitters and contact Changzhou Globe Tool Group Co. Ltd. to receive a f…
- Check the recall number (11273) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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