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Trade: General Construction
Join Date: Oct 2007
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Dewalt Recall
Name of Product: DEWALT DC608 Cordless Brad nailers
Units: About 14,000 Manufacturer: DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md. Hazard: The nailer can operate when the lock-off (safety) is in the locked position. Also, the nailer can operate when the trigger is not pulled and the contact trip is depressed. The unexpected ejection of a nail poses a serious injury hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: DeWALT has received two reports of nailers operating when the lock-off (safety) was in the locked position. No injuries have been reported. Description: This recall involves the DEWALT DC608 18 Volt Cordless 2" 18 Gauge Straight Brad Nailer with date codes 200728 through 200821. "DC608" is located on the right side of the Magazine. The date code can be found on the underside of the handle, once the battery pack is removed. Units stamped with an "M" following the date code are not included in this recall. Sold at: Wholesale distributors and retailers from October 2007 through May 2008 for about $280. Manufactured in: Mexico Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the nailers and contact DEWALT for the location of the nearest service center to receive a free repair. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact DEWALT toll-free at (866) 220-1481 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.DEWALT.com |
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Trade: carpenter/ handyman
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Conroe, TX
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Re: Dewalt Recall
Thanks Jiffy,
I recently purchased a reconditioned brad nailer. I'll check to see if it has already been corrected Steve |
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