Remote Switches Recalled by Woodstock International Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 09308 · announced August 18, 2009 · Woodstock · 450 units affected
The product
The recalled product is a remote dust collector switch, which remotely turns on and off a woodworking dust collector. The product is a black electrical outlet box that comes with two hand-held remote controls. The electrical outlet box has a label that reads "Remote Dust Collector Switch". Both the electrical box and remote controls have "Shop Fox" molded into the plastic on the top side of the product. Model numbers D3038 & D3346 were printed on the carton but not on the remote control unit. The recalled switches measure 4 and 13/16" long by 3 and 7/16" wide.
The hazard
An incorrectly sized wire inside the remote switch can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Woodstock International for directions on how to receive a replacement or a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Woodstock International has received 10 reports of the remote switch overheating. No injuries were reported.
Sold at: Woodworking stores nationwide from July 2008 through June 2009 for about $50.
Consumer contact: For additional information, please contact Woodstock International at (800) 840-8420 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.Woodstockint.com, or e-mail the firm at Sales@woodstockint.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.