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Remote Switches Recalled by Woodstock International Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: August 18, 2009 Initiated: August 18, 2009 #09308

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

An incorrectly sized wire inside the remote switch can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Woodstock International for directions on how to receive a replacement or a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 450
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Remote-Switches-Recalled-by-Woodstock-International-Due-to-Fire-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product 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.. Recalled by Woodstock International, of Bellingham, Wash.. Units affected: About 450.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
An incorrectly sized wire inside the remote switch can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Woodstock International for directions on how to receive a replacement or a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 18, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09308.

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