Remote Switches Recalled by Woodstock International Due to Fire Hazard
What was recalled
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.
Hazard
An incorrectly sized wire inside the remote switch can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Injuries
Woodstock International has received 10 reports of the remote switch overheating. No injuries were reported.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- Woodworking stores nationwide from July 2008 through June 2009 for about $50.
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