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1. STIHL Recalls Battery-Powered Hedge Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/STIHL-Recalls-Battery-Powered-Hedge-Trimmers/
2. Direct Distributors Recalls Angle Grinders Due to Risk of Laceration
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Direct-Distributors-Recalls-Angle-Grinders/
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1. STIHL Recalls Battery-Powered Hedge Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/STIHL-Recalls-Battery-Powered-Hedge-Trimmers/
Recall Date: June 14, 2016
Recall Number: 16-195
STIHL Recalls Battery-Powered Hedge Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/STIHL-Recalls-Battery-Powered-Hedge-Trimmers/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: STIHL battery-powered hedge trimmers
Hazard: The hedge trimmer can operate faster than expected, continue running after the trigger is released or operate by depressing either the trigger or the front handle switch individually, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trimmer and return it to an authorized STIHL dealer for a free replacement battery-powered hedge trimmer.
Consumer Contact: STIHL Inc. at 800-610-6677 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email stihlrecall@stihl.us or online at www.stihlusa.com and click on Information and then Product Recalls for more information.
Recall Details
Photos Available At http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/STIHL-Recalls-Battery-Powered-Hedge-Trimmers/
Units: About 8,000 (in addition, about 1,000 were sold in Canada)
Description: This recall involves STIHL model HSA 65 battery-powered hedge trimmers. “STIHL” and “HSA 65” are printed on the side of the battery compartment between the trigger and the loop handle. The hedge trimmer is gray and orange, with a loop handle, removable battery and a 20 inch hedge trimming blade.
Incidents/Injuries: STIHL Inc. has received seven reports of the trigger or front handle switch not operating properly. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from June 2010 through April 2016 for about $300.
Importer: STIHL Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Manufacturer: VIKING GmbH, of Austria
Manufactured in: Austria
Note: Health Canada's press release is available at: -http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/58742r-eng.php
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2. Direct Distributors Recalls Angle Grinders Due to Risk of Laceration
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Direct-Distributors-Recalls-Angle-Grinders/
Recall Date: June 14, 2016
Recall Number: 16-196
Direct Distributors Recalls Angle Grinders Due to Risk of Laceration
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Direct-Distributors-Recalls-Angle-Grinders/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: 4-inch air angle grinders
Hazard: 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.
Remedy: 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.
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 recall@ncddi.com, or online at www.agrisupply.com and click on “Safety Recall Notice” for more information.
Recall Details
Photos Available At http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Direct-Distributors-Recalls-Angle-Grinders/
Units: About 200
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.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of the safety spring failing, resulting in a finger laceration.
Sold exclusively at: 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.
Importer: Direct Distributors Inc., of Garner, N.C.
Manufactured in: China
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