CPSCMay 10, 2001consumer

CPSC, Power Tool Manufacturers Announce Recall of Electric Drills

Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

The hazard

The switches on these power tools, which were manufactured by Eaton Corp., of Cleveland, Ohio, can stick. The drills can continue to operate after the trigger is released, posing a risk of injury to consumers.

What to do

Consumers should stop using these drills immediately and contact the tool manufacturer to receive a free tool repair.

Brands named

milwaukee electric tooldewalt industrial tooleatonmilwaukeecpsccpsc power
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