Recall #09-311 · Published August 19, 2009

Ridgid 10-inch Table Saws

Ridgid Table Saws Sold Exclusively at Home Depot Recalled by One World Technologies Due to Laceration Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Ridgid 10-inch Table Saws from Ridgid 10-inch on August 19, 2009. CPSC identifies this hazard: 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. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled table saw and contact One World Technologies to schedule a free on-site repair.

Recalled Table Saw
Recalled Table Saw
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Affected model numbers

R4511
Additional identifying details

The model number and manufacturing date code are located on a metal plate on the rear of the cabinet.

Why 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

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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