Sno-Tek Snow Blowers Recalled by Liquid Combustion Technology Due to Laceration Hazard

Sno-Tek snow blowers

Date of Recall
2011-02-17

CPSC Release Number
11-137

Manufactured In
Snow blower in United States, engine in China

Company Phone Number
(800) 552-8094

Units
About 1,500 in the U.S. and 300 in Canada

Manufacturer
Ariens, of Brillion, Wis.

Importer
Liquid Combustion Technology, LLC (LCT), of Travelers Rest, S.C.

Sold By
Home Depot and Ariens authorized dealers nationwide and HD.com in Canada from August 2010 through September 2010 for between about $700 and $800.

Problem/Hazard
The snow blower's engine is missing a safety shield above the side mounted electric starter, posing a laceration hazard to consumer's fingers.

Description
The recalled snow blowers have a LCT StormForce engine with "Sno-Tek" printed across a metal handlebar plate. Snow blowers with model numbers 920402 and 920403 and UPC codes 5105803094 and 5105803095 are included in this recall. Only snow blowers with engine model number PW1HK18650781DE-ABGOQUVE1M with serial numbers ranging from 1065H04008325A through 1065H04012104A are affected by this recall. The product model number and UPC codes are printed on a label attached to the outside of the gear box near the left wheel.

Remedy
Consumers should stop using these snow blowers and contact LCT for a free repair kit and installation instructions or return them to an authorized LCT service center location for a free repair. LCT's Service Network toll free number is (800) 558-5402

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact LCT at (800) 552-8094 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.LCTUSA.com

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