CPSC recall 09-311, announced August 19, 2009, covers Ridgid 10-inch Table Saws (about 3,000 units). The table saw's arbor shaft can fail when used with a stacked blade set (commonly known as a "stacked dado set"), which is used to cut grooves. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled table saw and contact One World Technologies to schedule a free on-site repair. Recall contact: call (866) 539-1710, or go to www.ridgid.com.
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Affected model numbers
The model number and manufacturing date code are located on a metal plate on the rear of the cabinet.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Ridgid 10-inch table saws, model R4511. The recalled saws have manufacturing date codes between CD0829 and CD0837. The model number and manufacturing date code are located on a metal plate on the rear of the cabinet. Products with an "Arbor Inspected" sticker directly above the plate or an orange square on the outside of the package are not included in the recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The table saw's arbor shaft can fail when used with a stacked blade set (commonly known as a "stacked dado set"), which is used to cut grooves. The stacked blade set can be ejected from the saw, posing a potential laceration hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
One World Technologies has received three reports of shafts failing when used with a stacked dado set. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled table saw and contact One World Technologies to schedule a free on-site repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Ridgid
- Product type
- Table saws
- Recall number
- 09-311
- Units
- About 3,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Home Depot stores nationwide from January 2009 through July 2009 for about $600.
- Distributor
- One World Technologies Inc., of Anderson, S.C.
Ridgid 10-inch Table Saws
CPSC product type: Table Saws
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact One World Technologies toll-free at (866) 539-1710 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.ridgid.com
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