Ridgid Table Saws Sold Exclusively at Home Depot Recalled by One World Technologies Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 09311 · announced August 19, 2009 · One World Technologies · 3,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves Ridgid 10-inch table saws, model R4511. The recalled saws have manufacturing date codes between CD0829 and CD0837. The model number and manufacturing date code are located on a metal plate on the rear of the cabinet. Products with an "Arbor Inspected" sticker directly above the plate or an orange square on the outside of the package are not included in the recall.
The 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.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled table saw and contact One World Technologies to schedule a free on-site repair.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): One World Technologies has received three reports of shafts failing when used with a stacked dado set. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Home Depot stores nationwide from January 2009 through July 2009 for about $600.
Consumer contact: 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
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.