CPSC recall 99003a, announced October 6, 1998, covers Skil model 6464 Hammer Drills (about 150 units). A wiring problem presents the possibility of an electric shock or electrocution in these drills. Consumers should immediately stop using these drills.
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These drills have a nameplate with "6464" on the side.
Which products are included?
These drills are used for precision drilling into hard materials such as concrete and brick, as well as wood and metal. They have a black housing, and a red trigger and selector switch. These drills have a nameplate with "6464" on the side. The date codes 767 through 868 also are stamped on the nameplate, as well as the part number, "F012646400."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A wiring problem presents the possibility of an electric shock or electrocution in these drills.
Incidents and injuries
There have been no reports of incidents or injuries with these drills.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these drills. To arrange for a free repair, consumers should call S-B Power Tool.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Skil
- Manufacturer
- S-B Power Tool Co., of Chicago, Ill.
- Product type
- Drills
- Recall number
- 99003a
- Units
- About 150
- Sold at / sales period
- Home improvement, hardware and industrial supply retailers sold these drills, from April 1998 to August 1998, for about $139. They were sold in Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, New York and Texas.
Skil model 6464 Hammer Drills
CPSC product type: Drills & Bits
Recall contact information
Consumers may call S-B Power Tool at (800) 815-TOOL between 8 a.m and 4:30 p.m CDT Monday through Friday.
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