CPSCNovember 27, 2007

Miter Saws Recalled by WMH Tool Group Due to Laceration

Miter Saws Recalled by WMH Tool Group Due to Laceration Hazard

Why was Miter Saws Recalled by WMH Tool Group Due to Laceration recalled?

The saw handle's switch can fail, causing the saw to smoke, spark, and trip circuit breakers, and disable the safety brake. The saw also can keep operating unless the unit is unplugged, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using these saws, destroy and discard them. The firm is out of business. A remedy is no longer available. Contact: The firm is out of business. Call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.

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
Performax and Wilton 10" Sliding Miter Saws
Company
WMH Tool Group Inc. (WMH), of Elgin, Ill.
Quantity
About 7,100
Sold at
Home centers and hardware retailers nationwide from August 2006 through March 2007 for between $150 and $250.
Recall date
November 27, 2007
Incidents / injuries
WMH has received reports of six incidents with the saws. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recall includes Performax model number 90206 and Wilton model number 34570 10-inch sliding miter saws with date code/serial numbers ranging from W062505 to W070405. The model, date code/serial numbers are printed on a black label on the motor housing of the saw.

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