CPSC

Electric Grinders Recalled for Injury Hazard

Recalled Grinder
Recalled Grinder

Hazard

The grinder's switch can stick in the "on" position, which could pose an injury hazard to consumers.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the grinders immediately and return them to their nearest Milwaukee factory service center or authorized power tool service center, for a free repair.

Consumer Contact

For more information, consumers can contact Milwaukee Electric Tool at (800) 414-6527 between 6 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers can locate the nearest service center by visiting the firm's web site at www.heavydutytool.com (the recall announcement on their site can be found at www.milwaukeetools.com/pdfs/15-amp-grinder-recall.pdf).

Products

Electric Grinders

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Home centers, hardware stores and industrial distributors nationwide sold these grinders, from June 2001 through November 2002, for between $165 and $175.