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Sherwin-Williams Recalls Purdy Scrapers Due to Laceration Hazard

  • Recalled Purdy 4-Edge Scraper
Name of Product:
Purdy 2 ½” 4-Edge Scrapers
Hazard:

The recalled scraper's body can break away from the handle when struck against a hard object. This poses a laceration hazard to users.

Remedy:
Replace
Recall Date:
July 30, 2009
Units:

About 76,000

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Sherwin-Williams at (888) 304-3769 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.sherwin-williams.com.

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Recall Details

Description:

The recalled scraper is a 2 ½” wide steel tool with a four-sided edge. The handle has a soft black grip with “Purdy” printed in red letters on the side of the handle.

Remedy:

Consumers should stop using the recalled scraper immediately and return it to any Sherwin-Williams store or the place of purchase for a free replacement.

Incidents/Injuries:

The firm has received four reports of the scraper's body separating from the handle. There have been no reported injuries.

Sold At:
Sherwin-Williams Paint stores, Duron Paint stores, MA Bruder Paint stores, United Paint Stores, Norfolk Paint Stores, Mercury Paint Stores, Old Quaker Paint Stores, Flex Bon Paint Stores and Columbia Paint Stores nationwide from February 2009 through June 2009 for about $9.
Manufacturer(s):
Allway Tools Inc., of Bronx, New York
Distributor(s):
The Sherwin-Williams Co., of Cleveland, Ohio
Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
09-291

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