CPSC2006-01-24
CPSC, Porter-Cable Announce Recall to Repair Routers
Porter-Cable, of Jackson, Tenn.
Hazard
The motor coil insulation can be worn away by vibration from the motor, which could pose a shock hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled routers immediately and contact Porter-Cable for a free inspection, and repair, if necessary.
Sold at
Major home improvement stores and hardware stores nationwide from September 2003 through December 2005 for between $180 and $269.
Affected count
About 70,000
Injuries reported
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Porter-Cable 890 Series Routers
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Porter-Cable toll-free at (800) 949-6348 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.porter-cable.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/CPSC-Porter-Cable-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-RoutersDon't want to check this manually?
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