Bandsaws Recalled by Grizzly Industrial Due to Shock Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-09-08). Hazards: electric shock. Models: G0640X. About 500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09768 |
| Published | 2009-09-08 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Band Saws |
| Products | Bandsaws |
| Firm named in the title | Grizzly Industrial |
| Firms | Grizzly Industrial, of Bellingham, Wash. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 500 |
| Model numbers | G0640X |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Grizzly's showrooms, catalog and Web site, and Amazon.com from February 2008 through July 2009 for about $1,600. |
Description
The recall involves the G0640X 17-inch metal/wood bandsaw with an inverter motor. The product's model number (G0640X) is printed on the front of the machine.
Hazard
Some of the recalled bandsaws do not have a grounding wire installed, which poses an electric shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled bandsaws immediately until the repair kit is installed. The firm is sending repair kits directly to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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