SaferProducts incident

Failure type

Fire / ignition

Incident narrative

SaferProducts.gov consumer incident report 20150626-8FE1B-1493530. Severity: Incident, No Injury. Product: Craftsman 247.288820 (Lawn Mower LT1500). Incident: The consumer stated that the gasoline is overflowing into the air filter of the unit. The consumer stated that this issue has been occurring since 6/25/15. The consumer stated that he has had the unit repaired three times through Sears. The consumer stated that he had the unit repaired because the engine isn't working properly. The consumer stated that Sears replaced the carburetor twice. The consumer stated that he had a technician out on 6/25/15 to install the carburetor. The consumer stated that the technician had to drain the gasoline twice. The consumer was notified by the technician that if the ignition/start key is left to the "on" position, it allows the gasoline to flow. The consumer believes that this is an unusual process and a safety hazard. The consumer stated that he has open flames in his house and is worried that the gasoline fumes that are permeating through his house could cause fire hazards. The unit is located in his garage. The consumer's unit is covered under repair protection until 06/12/16.