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Product recall · CPSCAugust 19, 2009Serious
Ridgid Table Saws Sold Exclusively at Home Depot
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The table saw's arbor shaft can fail when used with a stacked blade set (commonly known as a "stacked dado set"), which is used to cut grooves. The stacked blade set can be ejected from the saw, posing a potential 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.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled table saw and contact One World Technologies to schedule a free on-site repair.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact One World Technologies toll-free at (866) 539-1710 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.ridgid.com
The product
This recall involves Ridgid 10-inch table saws, model R4511. The recalled saws have manufacturing date codes between CD0829 and CD0837. The model number and manufacturing date code are located on a metal plate on the rear of the cabinet. Products with an "Arbor Inspected" sticker directly above the plate or an orange square on the outside of the package are not included in the recall.
Details
- Units affected
- About 3,000
- Recall date
- August 19, 2009
- Made or distributed by
- One World Technologies Inc., of Anderson, S.C.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- One World Technologies has received three reports of shafts failing when used with a stacked dado set. No injuries have been reported.
R4511
Home Depot stores nationwide from January 2009 through July 2009 for about $600.
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: “Ridgid Table Saws Sold Exclusively at Home Depot Recalled by One World Technologies 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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