CPSC2010-09-09
Black & Decker Recalls Random Orbit Sanders Due to Laceration Hazard
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
Hazard
The black plastic disc (called the platen) that holds the sandpaper can fly off or break apart during use and the disc, or pieces of the disc, can hit the user or those nearby, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sanders and contact Black & Decker for a free replacement platen to hold the sandpaper.
Sold at
Home center, hardware and discount stores and by authorized Black & Decker dealers nationwide from January 2007 through July 2009 for about $40
Affected count
About 192,000
Injuries reported
Black & Decker has received 73 reports of incidents involving the sander's black plastic disc (platen) breaking or falling apart, including 15 reports of injuries from flying pieces, one of which involved a serious facial laceration.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Black & Decker Random Orbit Sanders
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Black & Decker toll-free at (866) 220-1767 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.blackanddecker.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Black--Decker-Recalls-Random-Orbit-Sanders-Due-to-Laceration-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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