Random orbital sanders
CPSC Recall #14-199 — June 4, 2014
Product
Random orbital sanders
Description
CEROS 550 5-inch and CEROS 650 6-inch electric sanders can short circuit.
Hazard
The sander can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
Mirka Abrasives has received three 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 440 U.S. and 85 in Canada
Sold At
Various distributors and independent retailers nationwide and at Amazon.com, Beavertools.com and other online retailers from November 2013 to April 2014 for about $500.
Manufactured In
Finland