CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The saw's plastic handle can break, causing the user to lose control of the saw, which could kick back and present a laceration hazard, if the blade is in motion.
Toe-Kick Saws Recalled Due to Broken Handles
The saws are used for the removal of floors or cutting flooring in the toe kick area under cabinets. Only Model 795, which has a blue handle and motor housing, is included in this recall. "Model 795" and "Crain Toe-Kick Saw" are printed on a label on the blue motor housing.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the saws and contact any Crain distributor for a free repair, or contact Crain Cutter Co. Inc. for a free repair kit.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Crain Cutter Co. Inc. at (800) 538-7810 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.craintools.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Specialty wholesale floor covering accessory distributors nationwide from October 2002 through February 2006 for about $250.
Injuries
Crain Cutter received reports of 25 incidents of the saw's handle breaking and one report of a laceration, in which a user's leg and torso were cut.
Manufacturer
Crain Cutter Co. Inc., of Milpitas, Calif.
Recall Number
06137
Product Information
Product Name
Toe-Kick Saws
Product Type
Specialty Saws
Number of Units
About 15,500
Manufacturer Name
Crain Cutter Co. Inc., of Milpitas, Calif.
Manufactured In
United States