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CPSCRecalled Apr 4, 2002 · #02135

CPSC, DeWALT Industrial Tool Co. Announce Recall to Repair Circular Saws

Hazard

The spindle on the saw may slip, causing the blade to contact the lower guard, posing a hazard to the consumer, from an exposed blade.

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Description

The recall involves 7 1/4-inch circular saws with the model numbers DW368, DW368K, or DW369CSK. The model number is located on a black label near the handle of the saw, or on a yellow sticker attached to the carrying case. The saws have date codes 200128-F through 200152- F stamped on the bottom of the motor case. The housing is yellow and the word "DeWALT" is printed on the upper blade guard. No other DeWALT circular saws are involved in this recall.

Product details

Product
DeWALT 7 1/4-inch circular saws
Type
Circular Saws
Manufacturer
DeWALT Industrial Tool Co., Baltimore, Md.
Model numbers
DW368, DW368K, DW369CSK
UPCs
Sold at
Home centers and hardware stores nationwide sold the circular saws, from July 2001 through December 2001, for between $120 and $135.

What you should do

Consumers should stop using the circular saws immediately and return them to the nearest DeWALT service center, for a free repair.

View the official CPSC notice