CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
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.
Direct Distributors Recalls Angle Grinders Due to Risk of Laceration
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.
Required Consumer Action
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.
Contact Information
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
Sold 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.
Injuries
The firm has received one report of the safety spring failing, resulting in a finger laceration.
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
16196
Product Information
Product Name
4-inch air angle grinders
Product Type
Power Workshop Grinders or Buffers or Polishers
Number of Units
About 200
Imported By
Direct Distributors Inc., of Garner, N.C.
Manufactured In
China