CPSC2001-09-13
CPSC, Ryobi Technologies Inc. Announce Recall to Repair Circular Saws
Ryobi Technologies Inc. (RTI), of Anderson, S.C.
Hazard
The lower blade guards on these saws can stick in the open position, posing a risk of serious injury to the operator and bystanders.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the saws immediately and contact Ryobi's Consumer Response Team for a free repair kit.
Sold at
Home centers (including Home Depot), hardware stores, and catalogs nationwide sold the circular saws, from October 1998 through July 2001, for between $60 and $140.
Affected count
About 125,000
Injuries reported
Ryobi Technologies has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Products
Ryobi 7 1/4-inch Circular Saws
Consumer contact
Consumers should call Ryobi toll-free at (800) 867-9624 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers also can write to the company at: Ryobi Technologies Inc., P.O. Box 1207, Anderson, SC 29622, Attention: Consumer Response Team.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Ryobi-Technologies-Inc-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-Circular-SawsDon't want to check this manually?
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