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InjuryJune 14, 2016CPSC #16196

Direct Distributors Recalls Angle Grinders Due to Risk of Laceration

Product
Power Tools
Units affected
200
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves 4-inch air angle grinders with model number 20687. The model number is printed on the packaging. The grinders have a blue handle and some models have the ASC logo on the top.

Hazard

The spring-loaded safety switch can fail and allow the grinder to turn on even with the safety switch locked in place, posing a finger, hand or other laceration risk.

Injuries

The firm has received one report of the safety spring failing, resulting in a finger laceration.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Agri Supply stores in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia and online at www.agrisupply.com from January 2015 to April 2016 for about $40.

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4-inch air angle grinder
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