Miter Saws Recalled by WMH Tool Group Due to Laceration Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-11-27). Hazards: laceration. Models: 90206, 34570. About 7,100 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08100 |
| Published | 2007-11-27 |
| Last updated | 2014-09-30 |
| Product category | Miter Saws |
| Products | Performax and Wilton 10" Sliding Miter Saws |
| Firm named in the title | WMH Tool Group |
| Firms | WMH Tool Group Inc. (WMH), of Elgin, Ill. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 7,100 |
| Model numbers | 90206, 34570 |
| Hazard classes | laceration |
| Remedy classes | dispose, stop use |
| Sold | Home centers and hardware retailers nationwide from August 2006 through March 2007 for between $150 and $250. |
Description
The recall includes Performax model number 90206 and Wilton model number 34570 10-inch sliding miter saws with date code/serial numbers ranging from W062505 to W070405. The model, date code/serial numbers are printed on a black label on the motor housing of the saw.
Hazard
The saw handle's switch can fail, causing the saw to smoke, spark, and trip circuit breakers, and disable the safety brake. The saw also can keep operating unless the unit is unplugged, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these saws, destroy and discard them. The firm is out of business. A remedy is no longer available.
Incidents and injuries
WMH has received reports of six incidents with the saws. No injuries have been reported.
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