CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
Explosion/Projectiles
CPSC, Makita U.S.A. Announce Recall to Repair Electric Sanders
The recalled sanders include the BO5000 and BO5001 model numbers, which can be found on the silver nameplate on the sander's body. The sander's housing is blue and the name "Makita" appears in large white letters on the motor housing.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using the recalled sanders immediately and return them to the nearest Makita factory service center, for a free repair.
Contact Information
For more information on how to return the sanders or to locate the nearest Makita factory service center, consumers should contact Makita at (800) 462-5482 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or log on to the company's website at www.makitatools.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Home centers, hardware stores and industrial suppliers nationwide sold the sanders, from April 1992 through February 2003, for between $110 and $125.
Injuries
Makita U.S.A. Inc. has received 13 reports of pads coming apart, including three minor injuries that resulted from pieces of the pad striking consumers.
Manufacturer
Makita
Recall Number
03091
Product Information
Product Name
Makita electric orbit sanders
Product Type
Sanders/Grinders & Accessories
Manufacturer Name
Makita
Manufactured In
United States