Product description

Model G1200R - 240 volt 1KVA max. Units were sold from 1984 to 1996.

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Reason the product is recalled

Improper use of the accessory plug used with the type of 12 volt DC battery charging socket installed on the generator may allow the respective 12 volt accessory plug to be forcefully inserted into the 240 volt AC outlet socket with risk of electrocution.

What consumers should do

Owners or operators should immediately cease using the generator and contact Makita (Australia) Pty Ltd on 1300 361 690 between 8.30am and 5.00pm (EST) weekdays to arrange free of charge modification.

Details to help identify the product

Supplier running the recall

Makita (Australia) Pty Ltd

Where the product was sold

Nationally

Responsible regulators

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

Quote PRA number 2005/7906 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.