CPSC, Generac Power Systems Inc. Announce Recall of Fuel Hoses Sold with Guardian Home Generators

Active Recall Announced January 11, 2006 CPSC #06064

Quick answer

CPSC, Generac Power Systems Inc. Announce Recall of Fuel Hoses Sold with Guardian Home Generators is CPSC recall #06064, announced on January 11, 2006. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled 12-inch braided flex fuel hoses are used with Guardian® Home Standby Air-Cooled Generators with serial numbers 3789827 and below. The generators are about 4 feet by 2 feet by 2½ feet, tan in color, and have identification decal tags displaying the serial number. The decal tag is affixed to the black divider plate that separates the engine from the control panel and can be found by lifting the top/lid of the metal enclosure. The fuel hose came supplied with the generator kits and connects the fuel supply to the generator. The hose is 12 inches long and covered with braided steel. The remedy is consumers should stop using the generator if the fuel hose is bent or if the ferrules (connectors) are cracked, split or damaged in any way. consumers with a bent hose or damaged connector should contact generac power systems or a generac authorized service dealer, to arrange for a free inspection and replacement of the flex fuel hose.. Affected brands: Generac Power Systems Inc., RB Royal Industries Inc..

Hazard

The recalled 12-inch braided flex fuel hoses are used with Guardian® Home Standby Air-Cooled Generators with serial numbers 3789827 and below. The generators are about 4 feet by 2 feet by 2½ feet, tan in color, and have identification decal tags displaying the serial number. The decal tag is affixed to the black divider plate that separates the engine from the control panel and can be found by lifting the top/lid of the metal enclosure. The fuel hose came supplied with the generator kits and connects the fuel supply to the generator. The hose is 12 inches long and covered with braided steel.

Affected products

12" Braided Flex Fuel Hose sold with certain Guardian® Home Standby Air-Cooled Generators

Recalled brands

Generac Power Systems Inc., RB Royal Industries Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the generator if the fuel hose is bent or if the ferrules (connectors) are cracked, split or damaged in any way. Consumers with a bent hose or damaged connector should contact Generac Power Systems or a Generac authorized service dealer, to arrange for a free inspection and replacement of the flex fuel hose.

Recall date

January 11, 2006

Categories

Gas/Propane Connectors/Regulators/Hoses

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #06064?

CPSC recall #06064 covers CPSC, Generac Power Systems Inc. Announce Recall of Fuel Hoses Sold with Guardian Home Generators, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on January 11, 2006. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled 12-inch braided flex fuel hoses are used with Guardian® Home Standby Air-Cooled Generators with serial numbers 3789827 and below. The generators are about 4 feet by 2 feet by 2½ feet, tan in color, and have identification decal tags displaying the serial number. The decal tag is affixed to the black divider plate that separates the engine from the control panel and can be found by lifting the top/lid of the metal enclosure. The fuel hose came supplied with the generator kits and connects the fuel supply to the generator. The hose is 12 inches long and covered with braided steel.

What is the remedy for recall #06064?

The CPSC remedy for recall #06064 is consumers should stop using the generator if the fuel hose is bent or if the ferrules (connectors) are cracked, split or damaged in any way. consumers with a bent hose or damaged connector should contact generac power systems or a generac authorized service dealer, to arrange for a free inspection and replacement of the flex fuel hose.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

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Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/CPSC-Generac-Power-Systems-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Fuel-Hoses-Sold-with-Guardian-Home-Generators. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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