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Product recall · CPSCDecember 11, 2018Serious
Penn State Industries Woodworking Jaw Chuck Systems
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The jaws can loosen from the chuck and break off, posing a laceration hazard.
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.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jaw chuck systems and contact Penn State Industries to receive a full refund of the purchase price.
Who to contact: Penn State Industries at 800-377-7297 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at CSCBARR5.recall@pennstateind.com or online at www.pennstateind.com and click on “Product Recalls” for more information.
The product
This recall involves Penn State Industries CSCBARR5 quick change jaw chuck systems used with woodworking lathes. The recalled jaw chuck systems are made of steel, are silver in color and measure about 3.875 inches in diameter. "PSI Woodworking Products" and product number "CSCBARR5" are printed on the side of the chuck.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,000
- Recall date
- December 11, 2018
- Brand
- Industrial Supply Ltd., of China, Penn State Industries, of Philadelphia, Pa.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Penn State Industries has received seven reports of the jaw loosening or ejecting from the chuck. No injuries have been reported.
CSCBARR5
Blackwater River Tools, Klingspor Woodworking, L&R Collectables, Long Island Woodworking Supply, Penn State Industries, Sumner Woodworking Store, The Woodwork Shop, Woodturningz , Woodworkers Emporium and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other websites from March 2017 through August 2018 for between $180 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: “Penn State Industries Recalls Woodworking Jaw Chuck Systems 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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