CPSCJanuary 13, 2009

Ryobi Corded Circular Saws Sold Exclusively at Home recall

Ryobi Corded Circular Saws Sold Exclusively at Home Depot Recalled By One World Technologies Inc. Due to Laceration Hazard

Why was Ryobi Corded Circular Saws Sold Exclusively at Home recalled?

The return spring on the circular saw's lower blade guard can break, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the circular saw and contact One World Technologies Inc. to locate their nearest authorized service center to schedule a free repair. Contact: For additional information, contact One World Technologies at (800) 525-2579 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ryobitools.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
Ryobi Corded Circular Saws
Company
One World Technologies Inc., of Anderson, S.C.
Quantity
About 12,400
Sold at
Home Depot stores nationwide from October 2008 through November 2008 for between $30 and $70.
Recall date
January 13, 2009
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves Ryobi corded circular saws with the following model numbers: CSB123, CSB133L, and CSB142LZ. Circular saws included in this recall have manufacturing date codes between 0836 and 0842 on the data plate near the trigger handle of the saw. Circular saws with a green dot on or near the data plate and on the outside of the package are not subject to this recall.

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