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Fitness Quest Recalls Eclipse Elliptical Trainers Due to Fall Hazard

Eclipse® 1175e Elliptical Trainers

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Date of Recall:
Tuesday, December 11th, 2007

CPSC Release Number:
08-126

Manufactured In:
China

Company Phone Number:
(800) 321-9236

Units:
About 23,000

Manufacturer:
Fitness Quest Inc., of Canton, Ohio

Sold By:
Sports Authority, Modell, Dunhams, JC Penney stores and other retailers nationwide from September 2006 to October 2007 for between $290 and $450.

Problem/Hazard:
The cranks that connect the foot platforms to the rear wheel of the machine can break during exercise, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents:
Fitness Quest has received about 190 reports of cranks breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Description:
This recall involves the Eclipse® 1175e elliptical trainers. The elliptical trainer is a cardiovascular exercise machine. The machine has two foot platforms attached to a wheel at the rear of the machine. Each machine has “1175e” stamped on an oval decal located on the side of the wheel housing.

Remedy:
Consumers should stop using the recalled elliptical trainers immediately and contact Fitness Quest for a free replacement elliptical machine or a credit towards the purchase of another Fitness Quest exercise machine.

Consumer Contact:
For additional information, contact Fitness Quest at (800) 321-9236 between 8:30 am and 8 pm ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company’s Web site at http://www.fitnessquest.com

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Picture of Recalled Eclipse Elliptical Trainer

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