CPSC2016-06-14
Direct Distributors Recalls Angle Grinders Due to Risk of Laceration
Direct Distributors Inc., of Garner, N.C.
Hazard
The spring-loaded safety switch can fail and allow the grinder to turn on even with the safety switch locked in place, posing a finger, hand or other laceration risk.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled angle grinder and return it to Direct Distributors or any Agri Supply Company location for a full refund.
Sold at
Agri Supply stores in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia and online at www.agrisupply.com from January 2015 to April 2016 for about $40.
Affected count
About 200
Injuries reported
The firm has received one report of the safety spring failing, resulting in a finger laceration.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
4-inch air angle grinders
Consumer contact
Direct Distributors toll-free at 877-564-8669 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at recall@ncddi.com, or online at www.agrisupply.com and click on "Safety Recall Notice" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Direct-Distributors-Recalls-Angle-GrindersDon't want to check this manually?
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