Recalls / 2013-08-07

LSI Recalls Wind Speed Sensors Due to Risk of Injury from Impact (Recall Alert)

13746 · Recalled 2013-08-07 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves LSI model GS025 wind speed sensors with serial numbers 100015 and 100412. Model and serial numbers can be found on the underside of the product's base. The charcoal-grey colored sensor has "LSI" printed on one side and three windspeed cups on the top of the product. The 7-inch-high sensors are often used by crane operators to gauge wind conditions when lifting and moving items.

Hazards

The sensor can fail to display an accurate data reading and cause crane operators and other users to incorrectly gauge wind conditions, posing a risk of injury from impact to the consumer.

Reported injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the wind speed sensors and contact LSI for instructions on returning the recall sensor for a replacement unit. LSI is contacting known customers directly.

Products

Name	Model	Units
LSI Wind Speed Sensors		About 100

Parties

Manufacturer: Load Systems International
Made in: Canada
Sold at: LSI distributors nationwide

Consumer contact

Load Systems International (LSI) customer service toll-free at (888) 819-4355 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.loadsystems.com, then click on the Windspeed recall link for additional information.

Source: CPSC recall 13746. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.