Southern Technologies Recalls Drill Presses Due to Shock Hazard
Recall 10288 · Jun 30, 2010 · Southern Technologies
500
units affected
500
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 10288
- Date
- Jun 30, 2010
- Company
- Southern Technologies
- Units affected
- 500
- Product
- Powertec Drill Presses
- Product type
- Drills & Bits
- Hazard
- Electric shock
The product
The recall involves the Powertec 8" Drill Press with AC powered laser. The model number is DP800 and can be found on the product specification label located above the handle on the right side of the machine.
What can happen
Wires in the motor housing can be pinched, posing a risk of electrical shock to the consumer.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return the item to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received one report of a consumer experiencing a minor electrical shock.
- Sold at
- Blain's Farm and Fleet stores nationwide from November 2009 through February 2010 for about $80.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled powertec drill presses?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return the item to the place of purchase for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
Wires in the motor housing can be pinched, posing a risk of electrical shock to the consumer.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.