CPSC Recall in 2007: Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Recalls Skil® Circular Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 811,000 Skil brand Circular Saws. The trigger switch on the circular saw can be locked on or the switch can be turned on without the use of the safety lock-out. This can cause unexpected operation of the saw, posing a risk of laceration.Name of Product: Skil® brand Circular SawsUnits: About 811,000Manufacturer: Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.Hazard: The trigger switch on the circular saw can be locked on or the switch can be turned on without the use of the safety lock-out. This can cause unexpected operation of the saw, posing a risk of laceration.Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received five reports of the saw staying on after the user released the trigger. No injuries have been reported.Description: The recall involves Skil® brand circular saws with model numbers 5650, 5700, 5750 and 5755. The model number and date code are printed on the nameplate located on the front of the saw. The recall includes the following date codes:28101 - 2923138101 - 3923148101 - 4923158101 - 5923168101 - 69231No other models or date codes are included in this recall.Sold at: Home centers and independent hardware retailers nationwide from January 2002 through December 2006 for between $70 and $80.Manufactured in: United StatesRemedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled saws and contact the firm for instructions on obtaining a free repair.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact the Robert Bosch Tool Corp. toll-free at (866) 761-5572 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.skil.com.
The trigger switch on the circular saw can be locked on or the switch can be turned on without the use of the safety lock-out. This can cause unexpected operation of the saw, posing a risk of laceration.
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The firm has received five reports of the saw staying on after the user released the trigger. No injuries have been reported.
Home centers and independent hardware retailers nationwide from January 2002 through December 2006 for between $70 and $80.
United States
