CPSCNovember 29, 2005

CPSC, Porter-Cable Announce Recall to Repair Circular

CPSC, Porter-Cable Announce Recall to Repair Circular Saws

Why was CPSC, Porter-Cable Announce Recall to Repair Circular recalled?

The lower guard on these saws could stick in the open position, posing a risk of severe lacerations to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the circular saws immediately and contact Porter-Cable for the location of the nearest service center to receive a free inspection and repair, if necessary. Contact: Call Porter-Cable toll-free at (800)949-7930 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the Porter-Cable Web site at www.porter-cable.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Porter-Cable® 7¼-inch MAG-Saw™ Circular Saws
Company
Porter-Cable, of Jackson, Tenn.
Quantity
About 196,000 units
Sold at
Major home center and hardware stores nationwide from March 2004 through November 2005 for between $130 and $160, depending on the model.
Recall date
November 29, 2005
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recall involves Porter-Cable® 7¼-inch MAG-Saw™ Circular Saws with model numbers 324MAG (serial numbers 10001 through 108962), 325MAG (serial numbers 10001 through 014712), 423MAG (serial numbers 10001 through 100371), and 424MAG (serial numbers 10001 through 012690). The model and serial numbers are located on a label on the top of the saws. Units marked with a "T" at the location shown below have been inspected and are not affected by this recall. "Porter-Cable®" is written on the side of these saws.

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