Saw - Powerbase "xtreme 1200W 8" Mitre Saw and Powerbase "excel 8" Mitre Saw

What is the danger

The product poses a risk of cuts and injuries because: - the plastic blade cover can shatter in use, causing injuries due to flying pieces of plastic from blade cover shattering and cuts or lacerations due to the blade itself, - washers used to retain the guard were inadequate and leading to failure in use. Complaints and incidents reported. This product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the Machinery Directive.

Measures taken

1. Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the manufacturer Voluntary measuresTaken by: Other

Product

Description

Mitre saw, 1200W 5000rpm table mounted, 240 volts mains operated.

Brand

Challenge

Model / type

- Powerbase xtreme 1200W 8” Mitre Saw product number 398913, - Powerbase excel 8” Mitre Saw product number 58448.