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Product Recall
Direct Distributors Recalls Angle Grinders Due to Risk of Laceration
4-inch air angle grinder
4-inch air angle grinders
Recall Date: June 14th, 2016
Type: Power Workshop Grinders or Buffers or Polishers
Units: About 200
Hazards: The spring-loaded safety switch can fail and allow the grinder to turn on even with the safety switch locked in place, posing a finger, hand or other laceration risk.
Remedies: Refund
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled angle grinder and return it to Direct Distributors or any Agri Supply Company location for a full refund.
Description
This recall involves 4-inch air angle grinders with model number 20687. The model number is printed on the packaging. The grinders have a blue handle and some models have the ASC logo on the top.
Consumer Contact:
Direct Distributors toll-free at 877-564-8669 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at [email protected], or online at www.agrisupply.com and click on “Safety Recall Notice” for more information.Injuries:
The firm has received one report of the safety spring failing, resulting in a finger laceration.
Retailers:
Agri Supply stores in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia and online at www.agrisupply.com from January 2015 to April 2016 for about $40.
Importers:
Direct Distributors Inc., of Garner, N.C.
