Random orbital sanders
CPSC Recall #15-064 — January 27, 2015
Product
Random orbital sanders
Description
CEROS 550 5-inch, CEROS 650 6-inch and CEROS 680 6-inch electric sanders can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
Hazard
The sander can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
Mirka Abrasives has received five reports of electrical shorting incidents which included the sanders sparking and smoking. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Remedy
Customers should immediately stop using the recalled sanders, unplug them and contact Mirka Abrasives for a free replacement.
Units Affected
About 574 in the U.S. and 21 in Canada (About 440 in the U.S. and 85 in Canada were previously recalled in June 2014.)
Sold At
Various distributors and independent retailers nationwide and at Amazon.com, Beavertools.com and other online retailers from March 2014 to November 2014 for about $500.
Manufactured In
Finland