CPSC2006-04-13
Toe-Kick Saws Recalled Due to Broken Handles
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Hazard
The saw's plastic handle can break, causing the user to lose control of the saw, which could kick back and present a laceration hazard, if the blade is in motion.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the saws and contact any Crain distributor for a free repair, or contact Crain Cutter Co. Inc. for a free repair kit.
Sold at
Specialty wholesale floor covering accessory distributors nationwide from October 2002 through February 2006 for about $250.
Affected count
About 15,500
Injuries reported
Crain Cutter received reports of 25 incidents of the saw's handle breaking and one report of a laceration, in which a user's leg and torso were cut.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Toe-Kick Saws
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Crain Cutter Co. Inc. at (800) 538-7810 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.craintools.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Toe-Kick-Saws-Recalled-Due-to-Broken-HandlesDon't want to check this manually?
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