Bandsaws Recalled by Grizzly Industrial Due to Shock Hazard
Recalled September 8, 2009 · CPSC recall 09768 · Bandsaws
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.
Units
About 500
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
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.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled bandsaws immediately until the repair kit is installed. The firm is sending repair kits directly to consumers.
Contact
For additional information, contact Grizzly Industrial at (800) 523-4777 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.grizzly.com
Product
Bandsaws
Imported by
Grizzly Industrial, of Bellingham, Wash.
Retailers
Grizzly's showrooms, catalog and Web site, and Amazon.com from February 2008 through July 2009 for about $1,600.
Made in
Taiwan
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →