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CPSCRecalled Dec 19, 2002 · #03048

CPSC, Milwaukee Tool Corp. Announce Recall of Electric Grinders

Hazard

The grinder's switch can stick in the "on" position, which could pose an injury hazard to consumers.

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Description

The recall includes the 15-Amp grinders that have a seven or nine inch disc and have the following catalog and serial numbers, which can be found on a nameplate on the top of the grinder: Catalog Numbers Serial Numbers 6086-20 Serial Prefix 991A and 991B only 6088-20 Serial Prefix 994A and 994B only 6089-20 Serial Prefix 992A

Product details

Product
Electric Grinders
Type
Sanders/Grinders & Accessories
Manufacturer
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wis.
Model numbers
6086, 991A, 991B, 6088, 994A, 994B, 6089, 992A
UPCs
Sold at
Home centers, hardware stores and industrial distributors nationwide sold these grinders, from June 2001 through November 2002, for between $165 and $175.
Made in
United States

What you should do

Consumers should stop using the grinders immediately and return them to their nearest Milwaukee factory service center or authorized power tool service center, for a free repair.

View the official CPSC notice