Safety Alert: Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Masonry Drill Bits Lack Safety Warning Label

Vermont American® 13-inch-Long Masonry Drill Bits

Date of Recall

2006-06-09

CPSC Release Number

06-185

Manufactured In

USA

Company Phone Number

(800) 742-3869

Units

About 700,000

Manufacturer

Robert Bosch Tool Corp., Mt. Prospect, Ill.

Sold By

Hardware stores and home centers nationwide from January 2001 through April 2004 for between $7 and $10.

Problem/Hazard

The drill bit packages are not properly labeled with precautionary information on proper use and operation. These and other manufacturers' 13-inch bits can bend when run at a high speed without being in contact with a work surface, resulting in loss of control of the drill and possible lacerations. The safety label should read:

Injuries/Incidents

Robert Bosch Tool Corp. received one report of a minor injury.

Description

The drill bits are 1/4-inch by 13-inches long, 5/16-inch by 13-inches long, 3/8-inch by 13-inches long, and 1/2-inch by 13-inches long. They were sold separately as accessories under the "Vermont American" brand name under catalog numbers: 14044, 14045, 14046, and 14048.

Remedy

Consumers should make sure that 13-inch masonry drill bits are in contact with a work surface at all times while operating the drill. Consumers with these drill bits that are missing the safety instructions should contact Vermont American Customer Service to obtain safety warning information.

Consumer Contact

Call Robert Bosch Tool Corp. at (800) 742-3869 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday thru Friday.

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