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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2014-07-24

Metabo Recalls Electric Angle Grinders Due to Laceration Hazard

Is my product affected?

Metabo Ergo series 6-inch angle grinders

  • Brand Metabo Corp., of West Chester, Pa.

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Metabo is recalling W14-150 Ergo series 6-inch medium angle grinders because the on/off switch can stick in the "On" position, creating a laceration hazard. The affected grinders have a green body with black and red handles, a silver head and wheel guard, and measure approximately 16 inches long by 4 inches wide by 5 inches deep. Model numbers 06251421 and 06251441 with serial numbers 3010000001 through 4020031488 are included in this recall. The model and serial numbers can be found on the rating plate on the right side of the tool.

Consumers who own these angle grinders should immediately stop using them and contact Metabo to receive a free repair or replacement.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

The on/off switch can stick in the "On" position, posing a laceration hazard.

What should I do?

Consumers should immediately stop using the angle grinders and should contact Metabo to receive a free repair or replacement.

Details from the source

This recall involves Metabo W14-150 Ergo series 6-inch medium angle grinders. The angle grinders have a green body, a black and red handle, and a silver head and wheel guard. The grinders measure about 16 inches long by 4 inches wide by 5 inches deep, have a 6-inch wheel capacity and weigh about eight pounds. Metabo is printed on the handle and Metabo 14-150 Ergo is printed on the side of the grinder. The grinders are used for grinding and cutting metal. Model numbers include 06251421 and 06251441 and serial numbers include 3010000001 through 4020031488 for both models. The model and serial numbers are located on the rating plate on the right side of the tool.

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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