CPSC2016-05-31
Mirka Recalls Electric Random Orbital Sanders Due to Fire Hazard
Mirka USA Inc., of Twinsburg, Ohio
Hazard
The sanders can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled sanders, unplug them and contact Mirka for a free replacement sander.
Sold at
Various distributors and independent retailers nationwide and online at Amazon.com and BeaverTools.com from January 2013 through March 2016 for about $500.
Affected count
About 2,500 (in addition about 300 were sold in Canada) (additional CEROS 550 and 650 sanders were recalled for a different fire hazard in January 2015)
Injuries reported
Mirka has received two reports of electrical shorting incidents which included the sanders sparking and smoking. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Manufactured in
Finland
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Random orbital sanders
Consumer contact
Mirka USA at 800-843-3904 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.mirka-usa.com and click on Recall for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Mirka-Recalls-Electric-Random-Orbital-SandersDon't want to check this manually?
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