The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) says beware of this type of Black & Decker orbital sander – it can present a laceration hazard.
The CPSC must work in coordination with the manufacturer to issue a recall, then called a voluntary recall. On Thursday, September 9, the CPSC announced the recall of the Black & Decker Random Orbital Sanders, about 192,000 in all. Consumers are warned to stop using the product immediately because of the danger of cutting you if the black plastic disc that holds the sandpaper flies off during use. The black plastic disc is called the platen.
There have been 73 reports of these types of accidents involving this defective product. Fifteen individuals were injured from the flying pieces. In one case, a serious facial laceration occurred.
Here is the description from B & D:
Description: This recall involves Black & Decker random orbit sanders with model numbers RO400, RO400G, RO410, RO410K, RO410LW and FS3000ROS and date codes between 200701 and 200929.
Look for sanders that are black and orange with the model number on the label. There should be a code with the date on the underside of the sander. These cost about $40 new and were sold nationwide from January 2007 through July 2009.
The sander is made in China. Black & Decker will supply consumers with a replacement platen.
Or you can contact Black & Decker toll-free at (866) 220-1767 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s website at www.blackanddecker.com.
The law holds manufacturers, sellers, and distributors responsible for products that pose a danger to users as a result of design and/or manufacturing defects. If a product has injured you, you may be able to recover for your injuries under product liability or negligence law. Florida defective product recall attorneys would be happy to answer any questions.
