Safety regulator, SHURflo Announce Recall to Repair Backpack Sprayers
Recall 05081 · Jan 11, 2005 · SHURflo LLC
6,100
units affected
6,100
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 05081
- Date
- Jan 11, 2005
- Company
- SHURflo LLC
- Units affected
- 6,100
- Product
- ProPack Rechargeable Electric Backpack Sprayers
- Product type
- Sprayers
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
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.
What can happen
The power plug can corrode after extensive exposure to water and corrosive chemicals, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the backpack sprayers immediately and contact SHURflo to receive a free repair kit.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received three reports of power plug failures and one report of a minor fire. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Pest control, turf care, sanitary maintenance and tool and equipment distributors nationwide from July 2003 through August 2004 for between $170 and $215.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled propack rechargeable electric backpack sprayers?
Consumers should stop using the backpack sprayers immediately and contact SHURflo to receive a free repair kit.
What is the hazard?
The power plug can corrode after extensive exposure to water and corrosive chemicals, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
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.