Portable generators
Published December 30, 1999
Summary
CPSC records recall 00047, published December 30, 1999. Recalling firm: DeVilbiss Air Power Company (DAPC), of Jackson, Tenn.; Reported units: About 295,000.
What's the hazard
CPSC and DAPC are investigating whether the fuel tanks on the generators can crack where the tanks mount on the frame, posing a fire hazard. As a precaution until that evaluation is complete, consumers should not put more than three gallons of gasoline in the fuel tanks at any time.
What to do
Any consumer who has seen leakage from the tank should not use the generator and should contact DAPC to obtain a free warranty replacement tank.
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Recall details
- Brand
- DeVilbiss Air Power Company (DAPC), of Jackson, Tenn.
- Manufacturer
- DeVilbiss Air Power Company (DAPC), of Jackson, Tenn.
- Distributor
- These generators were sold nationwide from February 1996 until June 1999.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Portable generators recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 00047 on December 30, 1999. Reported hazard: CPSC and DAPC are investigating whether the fuel tanks on the generators can crack where the tanks mount on the frame, posing a fire hazard. As a precaution until that evaluation is complete, consumers should not put more than three gallons of gasoline in the fuel tanks at any time.
What should I do if I have this product?
Any consumer who has seen leakage from the tank should not use the generator and should contact DAPC to obtain a free warranty replacement tank.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: DeVilbiss Air Power Company (DAPC), of Jackson, Tenn..