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Teufelberger Recalls Rescue Ropes and Throwlines Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

Reported: January 31, 2017 Initiated: January 31, 2017 #17079

Product Description

This recall involves CMC and New England Ropes brand 7.5 mm and 8 mm static ropes and throwlines used for rescue operations. The recalled rope models are the CMC Escape Line 5/16"/8mm (orange with yellow tracer), New England Ropes Aramid 7.5mm (tan with black tracer) and New England Ropes KM-III 5/16"/8mm (white with blue tracer). The recalled throwline model is New England Ropes NFPA (yellow with red tracer). Only ropes and throwlines with lot numbers that begin with 160101 through 1609915 are included in this recall. The model name and lot number is printed on the end band label on the rope and on the product's packaging. The ropes and throwlines were sold in lengths ranging from 150 to 2,400 feet.

Reason for Recall

The recalled static ropes and throwlines are mislabeled as being certified to specific voluntary NFPA safety standards and cannot be relied upon for any purpose, posing fall and injury hazards to users.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ropes and throwlines and contact Teufelberger for a free replacement.

Details

Units Affected
About 95
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Teufelberger-Recalls-Rescue-Ropes-and-Throwlines-Due

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves CMC and New England Ropes brand 7.5 mm and 8 mm static ropes and throwlines used for rescue operations. The recalled rope models are the CMC Escape Line 5/16"/8mm (orange with yellow tracer), New England Ropes Aramid 7.5mm (tan with black tracer) and New England Ropes KM-III 5/16"/8mm (white with blue tracer). The recalled throwline model is New England Ropes NFPA (yellow with red tracer). Only ropes and throwlines with lot numbers that begin with 160101 through 1609915 are included in this recall. The model name and lot number is printed on the end band label on the rope and on the product's packaging. The ropes and throwlines were sold in lengths ranging from 150 to 2,400 feet.. Recalled by TEUFELBERGER Fiber Rope Corp., of Fall River, Mass.. Units affected: About 95.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The recalled static ropes and throwlines are mislabeled as being certified to specific voluntary NFPA safety standards and cannot be relied upon for any purpose, posing fall and injury hazards to users.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ropes and throwlines and contact Teufelberger for a free replacement.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 31, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17079.

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