Product Recall
Tecumseh engines used on various power equipment recalled due to fire hazard
April 4, 2006

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Tecumseh Power Co., is recalling about 170,000 products, including Two-Stage Snow Throwers, Ice Augers, Generators, Lawn Mowers, Weed Trimmers, Log Splitters and Fun-Karts, which use Tecumseh engines.

The fuel line on these engines can become loose or disconnected, resulting in a fuel leak. This can pose a fire hazard to consumers.

Tecumseh has received 235 reports of disconnected fuel lines, including two reports of a fire. There have been no reports of injury.

The recall includes power equipment with Tecumseh engines listed below. The engine model number and date of manufacture (DOM) information is located on a label on the side of the housing. The recalled engines have a date of manufacture code (DOM) that starts with 05241 to 05286. The label on the engine reads, "Tecumseh Power Company," and in addition to the Model and DOM information, lists the Spec number needed for identification.

The products were sold at home and hardware stores and equipment dealers from September 2005 through January 2006.

Consumers should stop using their equipment until they receive a free inspection and possible repair if necessary.

Note: Never store engine with fuel in tank in a building with potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryer, electric motors, etc.