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

Reported: April 4, 2002 Initiated: April 4, 2002 #02135

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

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.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the circular saws immediately and return them to the nearest DeWALT service center, for a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 55,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-DeWALT-Industrial-Tool-Co-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-Circular-Saws

Frequently Asked Questions

What product 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.. Recalled by DeWALT Industrial Tool Co., Baltimore, Md.. Units affected: About 55,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
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.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the circular saws immediately and return them to the nearest DeWALT service center, for a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 4, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02135.

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