Ryobi Radial Arm Saws Recalled for Blade Detachment Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-07-13). Hazards: laceration, fall. About 145,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 06212 |
| Published | 2006-07-13 |
| Last updated | 2024-07-03 |
| Product category | Radial Arm Saws |
| Products | Ryobi Radial Arm Saws |
| Firms | Ryobi Motor Products Corp. formerly of Anderson, S.C. ("RMP") (manufacturer); Ryobi Electric Tool Manufacturing, Inc. formerly of Chandler, Ariz. (manufacturer); Ryobi Limited, of Hiroshima, Japan (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Japan, United States |
| Units (US) | 145,000 |
| Hazard classes | laceration, fall |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Home and hardware stores nationwide from 1986 through 1997 for between $200 and $300, and higher in some instances. |
Description
The recall involves all RA200 and RA202 radial arm saws. These are bench top models with 8¼-inch blades. Each unit has a data plate immediately behind the operator grip for the saw, which says "RYOBI 8 1/4" Radial Arm Saw" and either "RA200" or "RA202."
Hazard
Cracking of the plastic motor housing can cause the blade assembly to fall during operation, posing a risk of laceration to the operator or bystanders. The detachment may occur unexpectedly and without warning.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these radial arm saws and contact Ryobi customer service to arrange to return part of the saw for a payment of $75. No repair is available.
Incidents and injuries
RMP has received five reports of detached blade assemblies, including four reports of lacerated fingers to the saw operators.
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