CPSCGeneral Alert
Southern Technologies Recalls Drill Presses Due to Shock Hazard
Published: June 30, 2010Recall ID: 10288Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Wires in the motor housing can be pinched, posing a risk of electrical shock to the consumer.
Product Description & Identification
The recall involves the Powertec 8" Drill Press with AC powered laser. The model number is DP800 and can be found on the product specification label located above the handle on the right side of the machine.
Affected Products
Powertec Drill Presses
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Southern-Technologies-Recalls-Drill-Presses-Due-to-Shock-Hazard |
| Title | Southern Technologies Recalls Drill Presses Due to Shock Hazard |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/fb5c628c001b499ab22ccc9ededa85b1.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled Drill Press |
| Hazards › Name | Wires in the motor housing can be pinched, posing a risk of electrical shock to the consumer. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received one report of a consumer experiencing a minor electrical shock. |
| Products › Name | Powertec Drill Presses |
| Products › Type | Drills & Bits |
| Products › Category I D | 1917 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 500 |
| Recall I D | 282 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return the item to the place of purchase for a full refund. |
| Retailers › Name | Blain's Farm and Fleet stores nationwide from November 2009 through February 2010 for about $80. |
| Recall Date | 2010-06-30T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recall involves the Powertec 8" Drill Press with AC powered laser. The model number is DP800 and can be found on the product specification label located above the handle on the right side of the machine. |
| Recall Number | 10288 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Southern Technologies of Mundelein, Ill. |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact Southern Technologies at (877) 393-7121 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.southerntechllc.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |