Recalls / 2013-01-16

Powertec Recalls Weight Workbenches Due to Injury Hazard

13096 · Recalled 2013-01-16 · CPSC page

Workbench Multipress with Isolateral Arms, model WB-MP11

Description

The recalled workbenches are free-standing and typically used for free weight workouts. They have black, square tube, steel bases with a jet black, vinyl, adjustable bench seat and backrest. "Powertec" is embossed on the backrest pad and printed on a sticker located on the upright or the base frame of the workbench. Model names and numbers included in this recall are listed in the table below. The model name and number are located on the product's packaging. Model Name Model Number Key Features Workbench Multipress with Isolateral Arms WB-MP11 Multi-press component and optional leg lift attachment Workbench Olympic Bench WB-OB11 Adjustable bench rack and optional leg lift attachment Workbench Utility Bench WB-UB11 Optional leg lift attachment

Hazards

The weld on the backrest adjustment brackets of the weight workbench can break, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

Powertec is aware of one incident involving a minor injury.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the product until they order and install a free safety retrofit repair kit. Consumers can also return the product for a full refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Weight Workbenches		About 565

Parties

Importer: Powertec, Inc., of Long Beach, Calif.
Made in: China
Sold at: Specialty fitness, online at www.powertecfitness.com, $549.

Consumer contact

To order the free repair kit or for instructions on receiving a full refund, contact Powertec toll-free at (877) 525-5710 any time, send an e-mail to Info@PowertecFitness.com, or visit the firm's website at www.PowertecFitness.com and click on Important Safety Notice.

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Source: CPSC recall 13096. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.