PRA number
2007/9124
Published date
Product description
This product was sold in all Australian states and territories between December 1997 and February 2007.
Reasons the product is recalled
When the saw head is in its fully upright position, the self adjusting guard of the product does not completely enclose the lower portion of the blade unprotected by the fixed guard. In the event of improper or incorrect use by an operator, the current blade guard configuration does not provide optimum protection from the exposed portion of the blade.
The hazards to consumers
Injury
What consumers should do
Any owners should contact Hitachi Power Tools Australia's Customer Service Centre (phone no. 1800 100 600) to make arrangements for the fitting of a modification to the blade guard.
Supplier
Hitachi Power Tools Australia Pty Limited
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Dates available for sale
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Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
