Static ropes and throwlines
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. [Learn More]
About 95 units were affected by this recall.
Teufelberger Recalls Rescue Ropes and Throwlines Due to Fall and Injury Hazards
Recalled CMC Escape Line 8 mm. Recalled New England Rope Aramid 7.5 mm
Static ropes and throwlines Recall Information
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Recall Date | 01/31/2017 |
| Recall ID | 7970 |
| Recall Number | 17079 |
| Hazard | 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. |
| Injuries | None reported |
| Remedy | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ropes and throwlines and contact Teufelberger for a free replacement. |
| Remedy Option | Replace |
| Contact | Teufelberger Fiber Rope Corp. toll-free at 844-361-7041 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.teufelberger.com and click on the “Static Rope Safety Notice” link for more information. |
| Last Updated | 01/31/2017 |
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