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Product recall · CPSCMay 5, 2011Serious
Sheet Sanders
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
Pieces of the fan can break off from the fan assembly and be ejected from the product, 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.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sander and contact One World Technologies to receive a free replacement sander.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact One World Technologies Customer Service at (800) 597-9624 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.ryobitools.com
The product
This recall involves Ryobi brand sheet sanders, model S651D. The sander is blue and black. The word "Ryobi" is on the left side. The model number can be found on the data plate located on the side of the sander just below the handle.
Details
- Units affected
- About 300,000
- Recall date
- May 5, 2011
- Brand
- One World Technologies, Inc., of Anderson, S.C.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The firm has received 31 reports of broken fan pieces being ejected from the sander, including two reports of minor lacerations.
S651D
Home Depot, Gardner, Inc., Tap Enterprises, Inc., Direct Tools Factory Outlets, Amazon.com, and ToolKing.com from June 2005 through August 2010 for about $30.
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: “Sheet Sanders 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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