CPSC2013-09-30
Festool Recalls Plunge Cut Circular Saw Due to Laceration Hazard
Festool Group GmbH & Co. KG, of Neidlingen, Germany
Hazard
The plunge lock can engage when not intended, causing the saw blade to remain exposed from the housing following completion of the plunge cut and posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled saws and contact Festool USA for details on how to get a free repair or replacement product, or how to receive a refund.
Sold at
Hardware stores, woodworking stores and other independent retailers, as well as online retailers such as www.amazon.com from May 2013 to July 2013 for approximately $585.
Affected count
About 5,200 in the U.S. and 500 in Canada
Injuries reported
The firm has received no reports of injuries and one report of property damage.
Manufactured in
Germany
Remedy type
Replace
Products
TS 55 REQ Plunge Cut Circular Saw
Consumer contact
Festool USA toll-free at (855) 784-9727 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.festoolusa.com and click on the “TS 55 REQ Recall” link for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Festool-Recalls-Plunge-Cut-Circular-SawDon't want to check this manually?
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