Miter Saws Recalled by WMH Tool Group Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 08100 · announced November 27, 2007 · Wmh Tool Group Inc. (wmh) · 7,100 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
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.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using these saws, destroy and discard them. The firm is out of business. A remedy is no longer available.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): WMH has received reports of six incidents with the saws. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Home centers and hardware retailers nationwide from August 2006 through March 2007 for between $150 and $250.
Consumer contact: The firm is out of business. Call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.