CPSC recall 08-100, announced November 27, 2007, covers Performax and Wilton 10" Sliding Miter Saws (about 7,100 units). The saw handle's switch can fail, causing the saw to smoke, spark, and trip circuit breakers, and disable the safety brake. The notice cites 6 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using these saws, destroy and discard them. Recall contact: call 800-638-2772.
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.
Affected model numbers
The recall includes Performax model number 90206 and Wilton model number 34570 10-inch sliding miter saws with date code/serial numbers ranging from W062505 to W070405.
Which products are included?
The recall includes Performax model number 90206 and Wilton model number 34570 10-inch sliding miter saws with date code/serial numbers ranging from W062505 to W070405. The model, date code/serial numbers are printed on a black label on the motor housing of the saw.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The saw handle's switch can fail, causing the saw to smoke, spark, and trip circuit breakers, and disable the safety brake. The saw also can keep operating unless the unit is unplugged, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
WMH has received reports of six incidents with the saws. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these saws, destroy and discard them. The firm is out of business. A remedy is no longer available.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Performax and Wilton
- Manufacturer
- WMH Tool Group Inc. (WMH), of Elgin, Ill.
- Product type
- Miter saws
- Recall number
- 08-100
- Units
- About 7,100
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Home centers and hardware retailers nationwide from August 2006 through March 2007 for between $150 and $250.
Performax and Wilton 10" Sliding Miter Saws
CPSC product type: Miter Saws
Recall contact information
The firm is out of business. Call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.
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