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Date: 9/11/2009 10:13:41 AM

Bandsaws Recalled by Grizzly Industrial Due to Shock Hazard

REASON: Some of the recalled bandsaws do not have a grounding wire installed, which poses an electric shock hazard to consumers.

distribution: nationwide.

The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Bandsaws

Units: About 500

Importer: Grizzly Industrial, of Bellingham, Wash.

Hazard: Some of the recalled bandsaws do not have a grounding wire installed, which poses an electric shock hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recall involves the G0640X 17-inch metal/wood bandsaw with an inverter motor. The products model number (G0640X) is printed on the front of the machine.

Sold at: Grizzlys showrooms, catalog and Web site, and Amazon.com from February 2008 through July 2009 for about $1,600.

Manufactured in: Taiwan

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled bandsaws immediately until the repair kit is installed. The firm is sending repair kits directly to consumers.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Grizzly Industrial at (800) 523-4777 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.grizzly.com

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