Log Splitters Sold At Lowe's Stores Recalled
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in conjunction with Changzhou Globe Tool Group Co. Ltd. announced a voluntary recall of the “Task Force 5-ton electric log splitter.” Consumers are warned to cease use of the recalled product immediately. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
According to the announcement 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. Accordingly, there have been two reports of injuries including a fingertip amputation of an 18-year-old man and one finger laceration injury of a 60-year-old man. Both individuals were injured after placing their hands on the handle while the splitter was in operation. The log splitters are silver and black, electric 5-ton models.
The log splitters in question were sold at Lowe's stores across the country from January 2008 through March 2011 for about $300. Consumers are advised to 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
In the case of any confusion there are photos available at the following link: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11273.html
