In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Emerson Tool Co. is recalling about 3.7 million Craftsman radial arm saws for repair. They were sold without a guard that covers the entire blade. Consumers have come into contact with the blade or have been hit by pieces of wood kicked back by the saws, resulting in severe injuries, from hand and finger amputations, to facial injuries.
Emerson is offering a free repair kit that provides a complete blade guard. Consumers should stop using their Craftsman radial arm saws immediately and call Emerson Tool Co. to determine if their saw is recalled and to ensure that they have proper safety and use instructions. Consumers should have the model and serial numbers of their saw available when they call.
The recalled Craftsman 8-, 8¼-, 9- and 10-inch radial arm saws have a model number beginning with 113, usually located on the base of the saw. The brand name “CRAFTSMAN” and store name “Sears” are written on the saws. For more information, call Emerson at (800) 511-2628 anytime, or visit the firm’s web site at www.radialarmsawrecall.com.
