CPSCDecember 14, 2010

Portable Table-Saws Recalled by Ryobi Due to Laceration

Portable Table-Saws Recalled by Ryobi Due to Laceration Hazard

Why was Portable Table-Saws Recalled by Ryobi Due to Laceration recalled?

The saw blade on the motor carriage could be misaligned, posing a laceration hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should contact Ryobi immediately to receive a free inspection of their product and, if necessary, a free repair or replacement of their RTS20 Ryobi table-saw. Contact: For additional information, contact Ryobi at (800) 597-9624 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website 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 RTS20 portable table-saws
Company
One World Technologies, of Anderson, S.C.
Quantity
About 21,500
Sold at
Home Depot retail outlets nationwide and Canada from July 2010 through October 2010 for about $200.
Recall date
December 14, 2010
Incidents / injuries
The company received one report of a consumer being hit by a piece of metal during the cutting operation. There was no report of a physical injury or property damage.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves the RTS20 Ryobi ten-inch, portable table-saw. The table saw has a blue base and warning label with the model RTS20 and the Ryobi name printed on it and attached to the rear of the saw.

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