SHURflo · Recalled
CPSC, SHURflo Announce Recall to Repair Backpack Sprayers
The power plug can corrode after extensive exposure to water and corrosive chemicals, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 6,100
- Reports
- 3
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $170–$215
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recalled SHURflo ProPack Model SRS-540 rechargeable electric backpack sprayers have manufacture dates before September 2004. The model number and manufacture date are printed on a label affixed to the motor bracket, which can found by removing the battery pack. The sprayers have a clear or black hose, aluminum spray lance, and a white body. The words "SHURflo" and "Pro Pack" are printed on a label on the front of the unit.
The file
- Sold at
- Pest control, turf care, sanitary maintenance and tool and equipment distributors nationwide from July 2003 through August 2004 for between $170 and $215.
- Product type
- Sprayers
- Made in
- United States
- Recalled by
- SHURflo LLC, of Cypress, Calif.
Incident log
The firm has received three reports of power plug failures and one report of a minor fire. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the backpack sprayers immediately and contact SHURflo to receive a free repair kit.
Call SHURflo at (800) 854-3218 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the SHURflo Web site at www.shurflo.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated JAN 11 2005; last revised SEP 05 2024.