Blastrac BG 250 Series Concrete Grinders with round flexible couplers
Published October 25, 2007
Summary
CPSC records recall 08514, published October 25, 2007. Recalling firm: Blastrac N.A., of Oklahoma City, Okla.; Reported units: About 185 concrete grinders and 45 replacement couplers.
What's the hazard
The flexible coupler on the concrete grinder can break during use, allowing the internal parts, including the tooling plate and grinding disc, to be forcefully ejected from the grinder. This can pose a risk of injury from projectiles to the user and those nearby.
What to do
Renters should stop using the product immediately and return it to the rental company. Blastrac has directly contacted owners of these products. Product owners who have not received notice from Blastrac should contact the firm for a free repair kit.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Blastrac N.A., of Oklahoma City, Okla.
- Manufacturer
- Blastrac N.A., of Oklahoma City, Okla.
- Distributor
- Independent distributors nationwide who sell to professional users, and to equipment rental firms that rent to professional contractors and consumers, from November 2006 through July 2007 for between $2,700 and $5,000.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Blastrac BG 250 Series Concrete Grinders with round flexible couplers recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 08514 on October 25, 2007. Reported hazard: The flexible coupler on the concrete grinder can break during use, allowing the internal parts, including the tooling plate and grinding disc, to be forcefully ejected from the grinder. This can pose a risk of injury from projectiles to the user and those nearby.
What should I do if I have this product?
Renters should stop using the product immediately and return it to the rental company. Blastrac has directly contacted owners of these products. Product owners who have not received notice from Blastrac should contact the firm for a free repair kit.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Blastrac N.A., of Oklahoma City, Okla..