Recalls / 2005-09-12

CPSC, DOLMAR Power Products Announce Recall of Chain Saws

05264 · Recalled 2005-09-12 · CPSC page

Description

The recall involves DOLMAR PS6400 and PS7900-model chain saws in which the last five digits of the serial numbers are within the following ranges: Chain saw Model Serial Number Range PS6400 71998 through 79250 PS7900 40156 through 43009 The chain saw's housing is "warm red" with "DOLMAR" written on it. The chain saw's serial number can be found on the right hand side of the silver nameplate which is located on the back of the fuel tank. No other DOLMAR chain saws are involved in the recall. Any PS6400 or PS7900 chain saws with the letter "N" preceding the serial number on the nameplate and a blue dot on the shipping carton have been repaired and are not involved in the recall.

Hazards

The flywheels on some of the chain saws may come apart during use, which could cause serious personal injury.

Reported injuries

DOLMAR has received three reports of the flywheel coming apart. There have been no reports of injury.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these chain saws immediately and contact DOLMAR to arrange for a free repair. Known purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.

Products

Name	Model	Units
DOLMAR chain saws		About 1,300 units

Parties

Distributor: DOLMAR Power Products, of Duluth, Ga.
Made in: Germany
Sold at: Outdoor power equipment distributors, industrial suppliers nationwide sold these chain saws, from October 2004 through August 2005, for, $750.

Consumer contact

For more information, call DOLMAR toll-free at (888) 673-7278 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.dolmarusa.com

Source: CPSC recall 05264. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.