Snow blowers are called due to the risk of amputation

Snow blowers are called due to the risk of amputation

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And if done by Toro, it’s time to check your model number.

The company is recalling some 6,700 Toro Power Max 826 OHAE snowblowers with model number 37802 due to an amputation risk, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Snow blowers were sold nationwide and online by Home Depot, Ace Hardware and authorized Toro dealers between November 2020 and January 2021 for about $ 1,200.

What is the problem?

It has to do with the auger – that is, the corkscrew-shaped rotating device that collects snow and throws it through the discharge chute.

Toro snow blowers have drills that can fail to disengage when the control handle is released – meaning that the drill may not stop turning when it should.

This represents a greater risk of injury and amputation, says the company.

“The company has received five incident reports related to the worm’s failure to disengage when the control lever is released,” wrote Toro. “No injuries were reported.”

What if I have a Toro snow blower?

Turn it over and check the model and serial numbers on the back.

You want to look up the model number 37802. The affected serial numbers can be found on the Toro website.
On its website, Toro says you should immediately stop using the device and contact an authorized dealer for a free repair. Find a free call to (833) 254-8856 or using the online location tool.

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