Bunnings recalls product due to electric shock risk

Bunnings has recalled the Ozito Portable Electric Blower Model due to electric shock fears.

The leaf blower has already injured several  gardeners.

The product can break during use and rupture the casings which opens the unit and exposes the user to live parts. When it breaks, it can also release sharp objects at high speed, the product recall states.

Bunnings advises customers to stop using the blower immediately and return the product to any of its stores. They will be given a replacement blower or a full refund.

Bunnings merchandise general manager Adrian Pearce said the product was model number OZBL 1800WA and is a green colour.

“Bunnings supported our supplier Ozito with their initial voluntary recall and since then the recall has been advertised many times including on radio, print and emails to customers, with the current advertising designed to address any outstanding purchases made between 2009 and 2015,” Mr Pearce said.

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