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U.S. CPSC
December 11, 2008 |
The Toro Company Reannounces Recall of Electric Blowers Due to Projectile Hazards The blower's impeller, which is a rotating component on the blower, can break, resulting in pieces of plastic flying out of the blower. This poses a risk of serious injury to the user or a bystander.   |
U.S. CPSC
May 15, 2008 |
Shindaiwa Corp. Recalls Backpack Blowers Due to Laceration and Impact Hazards The blower's impeller (fan) can separate from the base and break apart, causing plastic pieces to be blown out of the machine, and pose a laceration and impact hazard to consumers. The flying pieces also can cause property damage and injury to bystanders. |
U.S. CPSC
October 18, 2005 |
Stihl Inc. Recall of Backpack Blowers The fan wheel on these backpack blowers could break, resulting in pieces of plastic flying out of the blower housing. This poses a risk of injury to the user or a bystander. |
U.S. CPSC
August 3, 2006 |
The Toro Company Expands Recall of Snowthrowers Posing Fire Hazard The plastic fuel tank can crack and leak gasoline, posing a risk of fire and injury. |
U.S. CPSC
July 14, 2010 |
Snow Blowers Recalled by The Toro Company Due to Fire Hazard Exposure to ethanol in gasoline can cause the carburetor needle to become corroded. A corroded needle can stick in the open position and allow fuel to leak from the carburetor, posing a fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
January 25, 2006 |
Leaf Blowers Sold at Home Depot Recalled for Laceration Hazard The blowers are missing the doors covering the vacuum inlet. This exposes the blower's fan blade, posing a risk of finger laceration to the user. |
U.S. CPSC
July 15, 2003 |
Toro Company Recall of Riding Lawn Mowers The actuator arm could fail, resulting in a loss of transmission control and risk of personal injury. |
U.S. CPSC
March 27, 2003 |
The Toro Company Recalls Snowthrowers The plastic fuel tank can crack and leak gasoline, posing a risk for fire and injury. |
U.S. CPSC
October 22, 2009 |
Toro Recalls Zero Turn Mowers Due to Burn Hazard The coolant overflow container on the recalled mowers can become over-pressurized and cause hot coolant to spray on the operator. This poses a burn hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
April 26, 2011 |
Toro Recalls Power Clear Snowblowers and Recycler Mowers Due to Fire or Burn Hazard The carburetors on both products develop fuel leaks and can ignite when exposed to an ignition source, posing a fire or burn hazard. |
U.S. CPSC
October 10, 2006 |
Black & Decker Recalls Blower/Vacuums for Fire Hazard A loose connection between the blower/vac and an extension cord can cause overheating, posing a fire hazard. |
U.S. CPSC
December 16, 2003 |
Wet/Dry Vacuums Recalled by Emerson Tool Company The exhaust blower ports on the wet/dry vacuums are large enough for a small child to reach inside and touch the spinning blower wheel. This poses a laceration hazard to small children. |
U.S. CPSC
January 13, 2005 |
Emerson Tool Co. Recall to Repair Wet/Dry Vacuums The air intake shield may be missing. Consumers can suffer lacerations if they come into contact with the intake blower wheel. |
U.S. CPSC
February 17, 2011 |
Sno-Tek Snow Blowers Recalled by Liquid Combustion Technology Due to Laceration 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. |
U.S. CPSC
July 20, 2004 |
BSH Home Appliances Corp. Recall to Repair Range Hoods These range hoods could have the blower motor installed with a screw that might penetrate the motor housing, posing an electric shock hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
April 25, 2006 |
Shindaiwa Inc. Announces Recall of Backpack Blowers Due to Fire Hazard The backpack blower's muffler support bracket can break, creating an opening in the muffler body. Hot exhaust gases could then escape from the muffler and melt the fuel tank or ignite grease or debris around the tank. |
U.S. CPSC
November 12, 2009 |
Backpack Blowers Recalled by Homelite Due to Fire Hazard The fuel tank can leak gasoline, posing a fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
March 17, 2011 |
Kawasaki Motor Recalls Backpack Blowers Due to Fire Hazard The gasoline tank can split and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
February 1, 2005 |
Country Home Products Recall to Repair DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuums These leaf and lawn vacuums have a plastic elbow and blower exit adaptor that is connected to the top of the shredding chamber. The plastic can crack allowing stones, large sticks, and other material to puncture the plastic. This creates the possibility that pieces of plastic or other debris can fly upward toward bystanders or the operator. |
U.S. CPSC
February 1, 2006 |
Weil-McLain Company Recall of Boilers The blower assembly is not properly sealed. Gas can leak during operation and accumulate. If an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion could occur. |
U.S. CPSC
September 30, 2004 |
Goodman Company, L.P. Recall of Amana, Trane, and American Standard Brand Package Terminal Air Conditioners/Heat Pumps Fire hazard resulting from this chain of events: filter becomes clogged due to lack of maintenance, severely restricting airflow and resulting in elevated internal temperature; this may cause two safety switches to stop working during the product's expected life; if the blower wheel then stops when the product is operated in the heating mode, a fire hazard can develop. |
U.S. CPSC
April 4, 2006 |
Tecumseh Engines Used on Various Power Equipment Recalled Due to Fire Hazard The fuel line on these engines can become loose or disconnected, resulting in a fuel leak. This can pose a fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
March 30, 2011 |
Mowers Recalled by The Toro Company Due to Injury Hazard Mowers with the optional deluxe seat have an operator presence switch built into the seat that may activate the mower when the operator vacates the seat, posing an injury hazard. |
U.S. CPSC
November 27, 2002 |
Tecumseh Products Co. Recalls Power Equipment Engines A misrouted fuel line in the engine can become damaged, allowing gasoline to leak out, posing a fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
March 21, 2002 |
The Toro Company Recalls Riding Mowers The riding mower's exhaust system can ignite fuel vapors from spilled fuel if the engine backfires... |
The Motley Fool
August 24, 2004
Seth Jayson |
Toro: Success and Sandbagging The company mows down guidance and estimates once again. Though shares took a 4% cut today, Toro's impressive performance this year has been recognized in the stock's steady rise over the past 12 months. |
The Motley Fool
February 24, 2006
Steven Mallas |
Not Bullish on Toro There's nothing terrible about this company -- but you could do better. If you want to think seriously about Toro as an investment, it would behoove you to wait for a better yield scenario. |
Wired
August 18, 2008
Roger Hibbert |
Gas and Electric Leaf Blowers That Don't Suck Echo PB-251 Power Blower... Toro Ultra Blower Vac 51599... Husqvarna 125B Handheld Blower... Black & Decker Leaf Hog LH5000... |
The Motley Fool
May 26, 2004
Brian Gorman |
Toro's Grass Is Green Toro's earnings continue to climb as it mows down expenses and introduces new products. |
IndustryWeek
November 1, 2005
Patricia Panchak |
Product Liability -- Pro-Active Protection Toro attacks product liability, personal injury and property damage claims head-on -- and estimates savings at $13 million per year. |
Popular Mechanics
November 2008 |
4 Tools You Need to Know This October The reciprocating saw, the corner roller kit, the ultra blower vac, and a carpenter's level are here to help with household projects |
This Old House
John Kelsey |
A Mighty Wind Leaf blowers are versatile machines. They can take the raking out of autumn cleanup, and also double as driveway sweepers or snow clearers. Some models vacuum; others bag mulch, clean gutters, or spray trees. Choosing and using leaf blowers |
The Motley Fool
May 25, 2006
Stephen D. Simpson |
Toro Charges On It's hard not to like a company that combines a popular brand with strong returns on capital. But do those feelings extend to the stock, as well? |
The Motley Fool
August 21, 2009
Chris Jones |
Can Toro Run With the Bulls? Toro is clearing the path for a smooth ride into greener pastures. |
