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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 05063

Skil® Table Saw Model 3400

Published December 6, 2004

Summary

CPSC records recall 05063, published December 6, 2004. Recalling firm: Robert Bosch Tool Corporation, of Mount Prospect, Ill.; Reported units: 120,000.

What's the hazard

The blade drive mechanism may loosen or the motor can separate from the tool. Loosening of the blade drive mechanism can result in kickback of the item being sawed, resulting in possible laceration. Motor unit separation can cause the coasting saw blade to damage the saw wiring resulting in possible electric shock, or the separated motor could strike the user and cause injury.

What to do

Contact Robert Bosch Tool Corporation to receive a repair kit. The kit includes hardware and instructions for installation.

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Recall details

Brand
Robert Bosch Tool Corporation, of Mount Prospect, Ill.
Manufacturer
Robert Bosch Tool Corporation, of Mount Prospect, Ill.
Distributor
Home Depot, Lowe's and Menards as well as independent hardware retailers nationwide from July 2002 through October 2004 for between $149 and $199.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Skil® Table Saw Model 3400 recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 05063 on December 6, 2004. Reported hazard: The blade drive mechanism may loosen or the motor can separate from the tool. Loosening of the blade drive mechanism can result in kickback of the item being sawed, resulting in possible laceration. Motor unit separation can cause the coasting saw blade to damage the saw wiring resulting in possible electric shock, or the separated motor could strike the user and cause injury.

What should I do if I have this product?

Contact Robert Bosch Tool Corporation to receive a repair kit. The kit includes hardware and instructions for installation.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Robert Bosch Tool Corporation, of Mount Prospect, Ill..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)