The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·10288·Announced 2010-06-30

Southern Technologies Recalls Powertec Drill Presses Due to Shock Hazard

Southern Technologies is recalling about 500 Powertec 8-inch Drill Presses because wires in the motor housing can be pinched, posing a risk of electrical shock.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (electrical shock) where injury has been reported (one minor electrical shock), fitting the High severity criteria for products where injury has not yet been reported as severe or fatal, but a hazard exists.

Plain-English summary

Southern Technologies of Mundelein, Ill., is recalling about 500 Powertec 8-inch Drill Presses with AC powered laser. The recall involves the model number DP800, which can be identified by the product specification label located above the handle on the right side of the machine.

The recall is being conducted because wires in the motor housing can be pinched, posing a risk of electrical shock to the consumer. The firm has received one report of a consumer experiencing a minor electrical shock.

The recalled drill presses were sold at Blain's Farm and Fleet stores nationwide from November 2009 through February 2010 for about $80. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return the item to the place of purchase for a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Southern Technologies at (877) 393-7121 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.southerntechllc.com.

The recalled product

Product
Powertec Drill Presses
Manufacturer
Southern Technologies of Mundelein, Ill.
Category
Consumer Product — Power Tools
Hazard
Affected units
500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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