Craftsman Motorized Miter Saws
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Sears is recalling approximately 55,000 "Craftsman Motorized Miter Saws" (models 315.23730 and 315.23731) sold nationwide between July 1978 and June 1980 because carbide-tipped blades can become improperly fastened to the motor shaft and spin off during use, creating a laceration hazard. The thicker carbide-tipped blades, which are often used to cut soft metals, can be installed incorrectly on these saws. Three incidents occurred in 1980 where carbide-tipped blades disengaged while spinning, including one that caused severe facial lacerations to a consumer.
Consumers who own these miter saws should immediately stop using carbide-tipped blades with them. According to the recall notice, affected consumers should contact their local Sears retail store or call the toll-free number 800-845-4781 to obtain a free repair kit that includes installation instructions. Consumers can verify their model number on a plate on the saw motor, or call CPSC's toll-free hotline at 800-638-2772 for assistance.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
Laceration
Miter Saws Recalled by Sears NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 21, 1980 Release # 80-027 55,000 Sears Miter Saws To Be Recalled Because Of Blade Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 21, 1980) -- A program to repair approximately 55,000 "Craftsman Motorized Miter Saws" which may pose a laceration hazard to consumers is being conducted by Sears, Roebuck & Company. Sears is conducting the program voluntarily in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The saws can accommodate several types of blades, including a carbide-tipped blade often used to cut soft metals. Because a carbide-tipped blade is thicker than the original blade provided with the saw, consumers may improperly fasten the carbide blade to the motor shaft, creating the possibility that the saw blade may spin off the saw while in use. CPSC has been informed of three instances in 1980 in which carbide-tipped blades being used on the saws disengaged while still spinning. One incident resulted in severe facial lacerations to the consumer. No injuries were reported in the other two cases. The repair program applies to the model 315.23730 and the 315.23731 "Craftsman Motorized Miter Saws." The model numbers can be found on a plate on the saw motor. The saws have been sold by Sears nationwide from July 1978, through June, 1980, for approximately $200. Consumers immediately should stop using carbide-tipped blades with these saws. To obtain a free repair kit, complete with installation instructions, consumers should contact their local Sears retail store or call toll-free 800-845-4781. Anyone wishing to verify the brand name or the model numbers should contact CPSC's toll-free Hotline at 800-638-2772.
Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗
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