Product description

A.) 7.5KVA 15HP Recoil Start Generator

B.) 3.1KVA 2500W 6.5HP Recoil Start Generator

See a list of details to help identify the product

Reason the product is recalled

Manufactured with a Multiple Earth Neutral (MEN) link between the neutral & earth without a Residual Current Device (RCD), which is non-compliant with safety clause 6 of AS2790 Electricity generating sets.

The hazards to consumers

If a fault occurs in the unit or equipment the MEN, which is bonded to the frame, can cause the frame to become live with electrical current possibly causing an electric shock.

What consumers should do

Cease using the product immediately. Customers should return their unit to the Total Tools store where purchased for rectification of the defect.

Details to help identify the product

Supplier running the recall

Who sold the product

37 Total Tools franchised stores

Identifying product features

A.) Part # YW8000HECO B.) Part # DFD3000HS2

Identifying numbers

Other identifying numbers

A.) Part # YW8000HECO

B.) Part # DFD3000HS2

Where the product was sold

Australian Capital Territory
New South Wales
Queensland
South Australia
Victoria

Responsible regulators

Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.

Quote PRA number 2014/13973 when contacting a regulator about this recall.

Recall and remedy questions

Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:

  • a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
  • concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.

Product questions

Speak to Energy Safe Victoria if you have a question about the reason the product is recalled or the hazards to consumers.