Safety regulator, Generac Power Systems Inc. Announce Recall of Fuel Hoses Sold with Guardian Home Generators
Recall 06064 · Jan 11, 2006 · Generac Power Systems Inc.
20,000
units affected
20,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 06064
- Date
- Jan 11, 2006
- Company
- Generac Power Systems Inc.
- Units affected
- 20,000
- Product
- 12" Braided Flex Fuel Hose sold with certain Guardian® Home Standby Air-Cooled Generators
- Product type
- Gas/Propane Connectors/Regulators/Hoses
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recalled 12-inch braided flex fuel hoses are used with Guardian® Home Standby Air-Cooled Generators with serial numbers 3789827 and below. The generators are about 4 feet by 2 feet by 2½ feet, tan in color, and have identification decal tags displaying the serial number. The decal tag is affixed to the black divider plate that separates the engine from the control panel and can be found by lifting the top/lid of the metal enclosure. The fuel hose came supplied with the generator kits and connects the fuel supply to the generator. The hose is 12 inches long and covered with braided steel.
What can happen
The fuel hoses can leak if bent in an unreasonable fashion during installation or upon completion of installation. If an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion can occur.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the generator if the fuel hose is bent or if the ferrules (connectors) are cracked, split or damaged in any way. Consumers with a bent hose or damaged connector should contact Generac Power Systems or a Generac authorized service dealer, to arrange for a free inspection and replacement of the flex fuel hose.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Generac has received no reports of fuel hose leaks. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
- Sold at
- Independent and national dealers sold these generators with the flex fuel hoses between March 2001 and September 2003 for about $1500 to $2500.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled 12" braided flex fuel hose sold with certain guardian® home standby air-cooled generators?
Consumers should stop using the generator if the fuel hose is bent or if the ferrules (connectors) are cracked, split or damaged in any way. Consumers with a bent hose or damaged connector should contact Generac Power Systems or a Generac authorized service dealer, to arrange for a free inspection and replacement of.
What is the hazard?
The fuel hoses can leak if bent in an unreasonable fashion during installation or upon completion of installation. If an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion can occur.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.