CPSC recall 02-135, announced April 4, 2002, covers DeWALT 7 1/4-inch circular saws (about 55,000 units). The spindle on the saw may slip, causing the blade to contact the lower guard, posing a hazard to the consumer, from an exposed blade. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using the circular saws immediately and return them to the nearest DeWALT service center, for a free repair. Recall contact: call (888) 839-3559, or go to www.DeWALT.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 model number is located on a black label near the handle of the saw, or on a yellow sticker attached to the carrying case.
Which products are included?
The recall involves 7 1/4-inch circular saws with the model numbers DW368, DW368K, or DW369CSK. The model number is located on a black label near the handle of the saw, or on a yellow sticker attached to the carrying case. The saws have date codes 200128-F through 200152- F stamped on the bottom of the motor case. The housing is yellow and the word "DeWALT" is printed on the upper blade guard. No other DeWALT circular saws are involved in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The spindle on the saw may slip, causing the blade to contact the lower guard, posing a hazard to the consumer, from an exposed blade.
Incidents and injuries
DeWALT received one report of the blade slipping. A consumer received minor scratches to his hand after his spindle slipped.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the circular saws immediately and return them to the nearest DeWALT service center, for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- DeWALT 7
- Manufacturer
- DeWALT Industrial Tool Co., Baltimore, Md.
- Product type
- Circular saws
- Recall number
- 02-135
- Units
- About 55,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Home centers and hardware stores nationwide sold the circular saws, from July 2001 through December 2001, for between $120 and $135.
DeWALT 7 1/4-inch circular saws
CPSC product type: Circular Saws
Recall contact information
For more information or to locate the nearest service center, consumers should contact DeWALT toll-free at (888) 839-3559 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers also can visit the firm's website at www.DeWALT.com
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