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CPSC, Porter-Cable Announce Recall to Repair Routers

Recalled January 24, 2006 · CPSC recall 06072 · Porter-Cable

Recalled Router
Hazard
The motor coil insulation can be worn away by vibration from the motor, which could pose a shock hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled routers immediately and contact Porter-Cable for a free inspection, and repair, if necessary.
Units
About 70,000
Incidents / injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Description

The recalled Porter-Cable routers are tools used in conjunction with various bits to cut and shape wood. The model and serial numbers are printed on the nameplate on the top of the router. Routers marked with a "T" above "PORTER+CABLE" on the nameplate are not included in this recall. Model Number Porter-Cable Product Name Serial Number 891 2 ¼ Peak HP Gripvac™ Router 10001 through 24647 892 2 ¼ Peak HP Router Kit 10001 through 68442 893PK 2 ¼ Peak HP Multibase Router Kit 10001 through 68442 894PK 2 ¼ Peak HP Multibase Router Kit with Gripvac™ Attachment 10001 through 24647 895PK 2 ¼ Peak MP Multibase Router Kit with Router Table Height Adjuster 10001 through 68442 8902 2 ¼ Peak HP Variable-Speed Motor 10001 through 68442

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled routers immediately and contact Porter-Cable for a free inspection, and repair, if necessary.

Contact

For additional information, contact Porter-Cable toll-free at (800) 949-6348 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.porter-cable.com

Product
Porter-Cable 890 Series Routers
Manufacturer(s)
Porter-Cable, of Jackson, Tenn.
Retailers
Major home improvement stores and hardware stores nationwide from September 2003 through December 2005 for between $180 and $269.
Made in
United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →

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