Homelite Vac Attack II blowers

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Homelite Consumer Products, has voluntarily recalled about 1,550 Homelite Vac Attack II leaf blowers.

The blowers are missing the doors covering the vacuum inlet. This exposes the blower's fan blade, posing a risk of finger laceration to the user. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

The blower is red with a black nozzle. Model number UT08542 or UT08542A is printed on the operator's manual. Only blowers missing the black cover over the fan are included in the recall.

They were sold at Home Depot stores from September 2005 through November 2005 for about $99. Consumers should return the blowers to a Home Depot for a new blower or a refund.

U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission