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Vermont American® Abrasive Cut-Off Wheels

Published June 9, 2006

Summary

CPSC records recall 06184, published June 9, 2006. Recalling firm: Robert Bosch Tool Corp., Mt. Prospect, Ill.; Reported units: About 400,000.

What's the hazard

The Abrasive Cut-Off Wheel packages are not properly labeled with precautionary information on proper use and operation. The failure of a user to follow the instructions below could result in injury. "! WARNING Read, understand and comply with tool manual before use. Follow OSHA and ANSI B7.1 standards. Use eye, face, dust and ear protection. Wear body apron and gloves. Speed rating of wheel must be greater than tool speed. Do not grind without guard adjusted for maximum operator protection. Mount wheel with the tool flanges provided. Run-in for one minute before application. Do not jam, twist or pinch wheel in work piece or apply excessive side pressure to the wheel. RECOIL may occur if wheel is jammed. Do not use near flammable materials or gases; fire or explosion may result. Do not expose to water, condensation or freezing. Discard wheel if dropped, cracked or chipped."

What to do

Consumers with abrasive cut-off wheels that are missing the safety instructions should contact Vermont American Customer Service to obtain safety warning information.

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Recall details

Brand
Robert Bosch Tool Corp., Mt. Prospect, Ill.
Manufacturer
Robert Bosch Tool Corp., Mt. Prospect, Ill.
Distributor
Industrial distributors nationwide from January 2001 through September 2005 for between $5 and $15.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Vermont American® Abrasive Cut-Off Wheels recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 06184 on June 9, 2006. Reported hazard: The Abrasive Cut-Off Wheel packages are not properly labeled with precautionary information on proper use and operation. The failure of a user to follow the instructions below could result in injury. "! WARNING Read, understand and comply with tool manual before use. Follow OSHA and ANSI B7.1 standards. Use eye, face, dust and ear protection. Wear body apron and gloves. Speed rating of wheel must be greater than tool speed. Do not grind without guard adjusted for maximum operator protection. Mount wheel with the tool flanges provided. Run-in for one minute before application. Do not jam, twist or pinch wheel in work piece or apply excessive side pressure to the wheel. RECOIL may occur if wheel is jammed. Do not use near flammable materials or gases; fire or explosion may result. Do not expose to water, condensation or freezing. Discard wheel if dropped, cracked or chipped."

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers with abrasive cut-off wheels that are missing the safety instructions should contact Vermont American Customer Service to obtain safety warning information.

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

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Robert Bosch Tool Corp., Mt. Prospect, Ill..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)