Product description

Model DW744-XE. Only table saws with the date codes 2007 15 through to 2007 40 are affected. The product was sold at retail outlets between June and October 2007.

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Reason the product is recalled

It may be possible, under certain circumstances, for the trunnion pivot bracket to separate. This may cause mis-alignment between the blade and the fence, and may create a possible laceration hazard.

The hazards to consumers

Laceration

What consumers should do

If your table saw is affected, stop using it immediately, and call DeWalt toll-free at 1800 816 900 between 8.30am - 5.00pm Australian Eastern Time Monday through Friday to arrange for a replacement at DeWalt's expense. Further information is available from www.dewalt.com.au.

Details to help identify the product.

Supplier running the recall

DeWALT Industrial Tool Company

Identifying product features

NA

Identifying numbers

Other identifying numbers

NA

Where the product was sold

Nationally

Responsible regulators

Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.

Quote PRA number 2008/9790 when contacting a regulator about this recall.

Recall and remedy questions

Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:

  • a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
  • concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.