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CPSC, Milwaukee Tool Corp. Announce Recall of Electric Grinders

Reported: December 19, 2002 Initiated: December 19, 2002 #03048

Product Description

The recall includes the 15-Amp grinders that have a seven or nine inch disc and have the following catalog and serial numbers, which can be found on a nameplate on the top of the grinder: Catalog Numbers Serial Numbers 6086-20 Serial Prefix 991A and 991B only 6088-20 Serial Prefix 994A and 994B only 6089-20 Serial Prefix 992A

Reason for Recall

The grinder's switch can stick in the "on" position, which could pose an injury hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the grinders immediately and return them to their nearest Milwaukee factory service center or authorized power tool service center, for a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 24,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Milwaukee-Tool-Corp-Announce-Recall-of-Electric-Grinders-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recall includes the 15-Amp grinders that have a seven or nine inch disc and have the following catalog and serial numbers, which can be found on a nameplate on the top of the grinder: Catalog Numbers Serial Numbers 6086-20 Serial Prefix 991A and 991B only 6088-20 Serial Prefix 994A and 994B only 6089-20 Serial Prefix 992A. Recalled by Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wis.. Units affected: About 24,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The grinder's switch can stick in the "on" position, which could pose an injury hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the grinders immediately and return them to their nearest Milwaukee factory service center or authorized power tool service center, for a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 19, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03048.

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