Black & Decker Recalls Random Orbit Sanders Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2010-09-09 · 10339
Hazards
The black plastic disc (called the platen) that holds the sandpaper can fly off or break apart during use and the disc, or pieces of the disc, can hit the user or those nearby, posing a laceration hazard.
Recall
Number
10339
Date
2010-09-09
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Black & Decker Random Orbit Sanders
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
Retailer(s)
Home center, hardware and discount stores and by authorized Black & Decker dealers nationwide from January 2007 through July 2009 for about $40
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves Black & Decker random orbit sanders with model numbers RO400, RO400G, RO410, RO410K, RO410LW and FS3000ROS and date codes between 200701 and 200929. The sanders are orange and black. "Black & Decker" is printed on the sanders. The model number is printed on a label on the sander. The date code is stamped on the underside of the sander where the dust bag is inserted.