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Multi-Purpose, Step-to-Straight, Combination, Manhole and Extension Trestle Ladders

CPSC Recall #06-038 — November 22, 2005

Recall #06-038 Date: November 22, 2005 Remedy: Inspect, Replace

Product

Multi-Purpose, Step-to-Straight, Combination, Manhole and Extension Trestle Ladders

Description

The recalled ladders are Type 1A industrial ladders with fiberglass rails and round aluminum rungs and include the 14 model numbers listed on the chart with manufacture dates and date codes from November 2004 through March 2005. The model number and the manufacture date code for all models except the FA1012 and FA1016 model ladder are located on the model number/notice label on the side rail of the ladders. The date code for the model FA1012 and FA1016 ladder is located on the metal wrap-around adjacent to the hinges.Model No.TypeModel No.TypeFA1012FA1016FC1006FC1007FC1008FC1008-000043FE8406FE8408FE8408-E16FE8410FE8410-E16FE8412FE8412-E16FE8414Multi-Purpose LadderMulti-Purpose LadderStep-to-Straight LadderStep-to-Straight LadderStep-to-Straight LadderStep-to-Straight LadderManhole LadderManhole LadderManhole LadderManhole LadderManhole LadderManhole LadderManhole LadderManhole LadderFE8414-E16FE8414-E16E36FE8416FE8416-E16FE8418FE8418-E16FE8420FE8420-E16FX1008FX1010FX1012L-3091-13L-3091-15Manhole LadderManhole LadderManhole LadderManhole LadderManhole LadderManhole LadderManhole LadderManhole LadderExtension Trestle LadderExtension Trestle LadderExtension Trestle LadderUltimate Articulated LadderUltimate Articulated Ladder

Hazard

The rung on the ladders could break near the side rail causing the user to fall.

Incidents / Injuries

Louisville Ladder has received two reports of rungs breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the ladder immediately and contact Louisville Ladder for instructions on receiving a free inspection and replacement ladder if necessary.

Units Affected

About 3,000

Sold At

Industrial supply stores and home centers nationwide from November 2004 through June 2005 for between $75 and $235.

Manufacturer

Louisville Ladder Inc., of Louisville, Ky.

Manufactured In

Mexico

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