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Product recall · CPSCNovember 27, 2007Serious
Miter Saws
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The saw handle's switch can fail, causing the saw to smoke, spark, and trip circuit breakers, and disable the safety brake. The saw also can keep operating unless the unit is unplugged, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Risk of severe physical injury.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these saws, destroy and discard them. The firm is out of business. A remedy is no longer available.
Who to contact: The firm is out of business. Call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.
The product
The recall includes Performax model number 90206 and Wilton model number 34570 10-inch sliding miter saws with date code/serial numbers ranging from W062505 to W070405. The model, date code/serial numbers are printed on a black label on the motor housing of the saw.
Details
- Units affected
- About 7,100
- Recall date
- November 27, 2007
- Brand
- WMH Tool Group Inc. (WMH), of Elgin, Ill.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- WMH has received reports of six incidents with the saws. No injuries have been reported.
9020634570
Home centers and hardware retailers nationwide from August 2006 through March 2007 for between $150 and $250.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Miter Saws Recalled by WMH Tool Group Due to Laceration Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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