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The grinder's model number and serial number are located on the silver nameplate, which is located above the trigger switch.
Why it was recalled
The guards on some of these angle grinders will not fully cover a hubbed grinding wheel. As a result, if the hubbed grinding wheel comes apart during use, it could hit the user, possibly causing serious personal injury.
Incidents and injuries
Makita has not received any reports of incidents or injury.
Official remedy
Consumers with these angle grinders should stop using them with a hubbed grinding wheel immediately and contact Makita to arrange for a replacement of their guard, free of charge. Known purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Makita 7-inch Angle
- Recall number
- 06-029
- Units
- About 1,500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Industrial suppliers and home centers from about July 2005 through September 2005 for about $179.
- Distributor
- Makita U.S.A. Inc., of La Mirada, Calif.
Makita 7-inch Angle Grinders
CPSC product type: Sanders/Grinders & Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, call Makita toll-free at (866) 838-5008 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.makitatools.com
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Publication and verification
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