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Recall #02-135 · Published April 4, 2002

DeWALT 7 1/4-inch circular saws

CPSC, DeWALT Industrial Tool Co. Announce Recall to Repair Circular Saws

CPSC published a recall notice for DeWALT 7 1/4-inch circular saws from DeWALT 7 1/4-inch on April 4, 2002. CPSC identifies this hazard: The spindle on the saw may slip, causing the blade to contact the lower guard, posing a hazard to the consumer, from an exposed blade. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the circular saws immediately and return them to the nearest DeWALT service center, for a free repair.

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Recalled circular saw
Recalled circular saw
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Affected model numbers

DW368DW368KDW369CSK
Additional identifying details

The model number is located on a black label near the handle of the saw, or on a yellow sticker attached to the carrying case.

Why it was recalled

The spindle on the saw may slip, causing the blade to contact the lower guard, posing a hazard to the consumer, from an exposed blade.

Incidents and injuries

DeWALT received one report of the blade slipping. A consumer received minor scratches to his hand after his spindle slipped.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using the circular saws immediately and return them to the nearest DeWALT service center, for a free repair.

Product and sales details

Brand
DeWALT 7 1/4-inch
Manufacturer
DeWALT Industrial Tool Co., Baltimore, Md.
Recall number
02-135
Units
About 55,000
Sold at / sales period
Home centers and hardware stores nationwide sold the circular saws, from July 2001 through December 2001, for between $120 and $135.

DeWALT 7 1/4-inch circular saws

CPSC product type: Circular Saws

Recall contact information

For more information or to locate the nearest service center, consumers should contact DeWALT toll-free at (888) 839-3559 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers also can visit the firm's website at www.DeWALT.com

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