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Recall 06072 — Porter-Cable 890 Series Routers

U.S. CPSC · United States · 2006-01-24

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Agency
U.S. CPSC
Recall identifier
06072
Date of alert
2006-01-24
Country / jurisdiction
United States
Risk type
recall
Brand
Porter-Cable, of Jackson, Tenn.
Product category
consumer_product
Reported risk: The recalled Porter-Cable routers are tools used in conjunction with various bits to cut and shape wood. The model and serial numbers are printed on the nameplate on the top of the router. Routers marked with a "T" above "PORTER+CABLE" on the nameplate are not included in this recall. Model Number Porter-Cable Product Name Serial Number 891 2 ¼ Peak HP Gripvac™ Router 10001 through 24647 892 2 ¼ Peak HP Router Kit 10001 through 68442 893PK 2 ¼ Peak HP Multibase Router Kit 10001 through 68442 894PK 2 ¼ Peak HP Multibase Router Kit with Gripvac™ Attachment 10001 through 24647 895PK 2 ¼ Peak MP Multibase Router Kit with Router Table Height Adjuster 10001 through 68442 8902 2 ¼ Peak HP Variable-Speed Motor 10001 through 68442 Hazards: The motor coil insulation can be worn away by vibration from the motor, which could pose a shock hazard.
Primary source: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/CPSC-Porter-Cable-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-Ro

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