CPSC recall 02-109, announced February 26, 2002, covers RotoZip Handheld Saw (about 1.9 million units). The handles on these saws can separate from the body, causing the operator to be cut. The notice cites 360 incident reports and 19 injuries. Consumers should remove the handle from their recalled saw, if there is a loose fit between the tool handle and the tool body, and contact Roto Zip Tool Corp., to receive a free replacement handle. Recall contact: call (877) 768-6947, or go to www.rotozip.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The recalled saws include the serial numbers listed below: Saw Model Serial Number Range Revolution® 01 through 1,145,000 Rebel™ 01 through 415,000 Solaris™ 01 through 270,000
Which products are included?
The recall includes Revolution®, Rebel™ and Solaris™ model Spiral SawTM power tools. The brand name and "ROTOZIP SPIRAL SAW" are written on the side of the tools. The saws are mostly black or red. The recalled saws include the serial numbers listed below: Saw Model Serial Number Range Revolution® 01 through 1,145,000 Rebel™ 01 through 415,000 Solaris™ 01 through 270,000
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The handles on these saws can separate from the body, causing the operator to be cut.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Roto Zip Tool Corp. have received 360 reports of loose or separating handles on the saws. As a result, there have been 19 reports of injuries to consumers, including some cuts requiring stitches.
Official remedy
Consumers should remove the handle from their recalled saw, if there is a loose fit between the tool handle and the tool body, and contact Roto Zip Tool Corp., to receive a free replacement handle.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- RotoZip Handheld
- Manufacturer
- Roto Zip Tool Corporation, of Cross Plains, Wis.
- Recall number
- 02-109
- Units
- About 1.9 million
- Sold at / sales period
- Home, hardware and department stores, and infomercials sold these saws nationwide, from December 1999 through January 2002, for between $50 and $190.
RotoZip Handheld Saw
CPSC product type: Spiral Saws
Recall contact information
For more information, contact the Roto Zip Tool Corp. toll-free at (877) 768-6947 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT any day of the week, or visit the firm's web site at www.rotozip.com
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