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OtherApril 4, 2002CPSC #02135

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

Product
Power Tools
Units affected
55,000
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

The recall involves 7 1/4-inch circular saws with the model numbers DW368, DW368K, or DW369CSK. 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. The saws have date codes 200128-F through 200152- F stamped on the bottom of the motor case. The housing is yellow and the word "DeWALT" is printed on the upper blade guard. No other DeWALT circular saws are involved in this recall.

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.

Injuries

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

Where it was sold

  • Home centers and hardware stores nationwide sold the circular saws, from July 2001 through December 2001, for between $120 and $135.

Photos

Recalled circular saw
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