PRA number
2006/8281
Published date
Product description
Sold under the JBS Blackwoods and Pacific Series 2 brand. All sold between 2002 and 2005. Products included in this recall are as follows: 1/4 Tonne Pacific Chain Block, 1/2 Tonne Pacific and JBS Chain Block, 1 Tonne Pacific and JBS Chain Block, 2 Tonne Pacific and JBS Chain Block, 3 Tonne Pacific Chain Block, 5 Tonne Pacific Chain Block.
Reasons the product is recalled
Non-compliance to Australian Standard 1418.2. Under abnormal/misuse conditions, where excessive force is applied to the hand chain whilst the load chain is at its end limit, can lead to distortion of the anchor pin holding the load chain.
The hazards to consumers
Personal injury.
What consumers should do
Contact Pacific Hoists on their National Recall Helpline on 1800 157 157 578 or email recall@pacifichoists.com.au
Supplier
Pacific Hoists Pty Ltd
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
