CPSC recall 06184
Vermont American® Abrasive Cut-Off Wheels
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2024-06-25
On 2024-06-25 the CPSC announced a recall of Vermont American® Abrasive Cut-Off Wheels by Robert Bosch Tool Mt Prospect Ill, citing the Abrasive Cut-Off Wheel packages are not properly labeled with precautionary information on proper use and operation. The failure of a user to follow the instructions below cou….
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 06184 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2006-06-09 |
| Published | 2024-06-25 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Robert Bosch Tool Mt Prospect Ill |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Vermont American® Abrasive Cut-Off Wheels | The wheels have a black, abrasive exterior; a red circular label on the interior; and are used to clean, slot, nick and cut metal. The wheels were sold under the "Vermont American" brand name had the following catalog numbers, diameters and blade thickness: Item # Diameter Blade Thickness 28026 6-1/2" 1/8" 28027 7"-7-1/4" 1/8" 28028 8" 1/8" 28030 10" 1/8" 28032 12" 1/8" 28033 14" 1/8"
Reason
The Abrasive Cut-Off Wheel packages are not properly labeled with precautionary information on proper use and operation. The failure of a user to follow the instructions below could result in injury. "! WARNING Read, understand and comply with tool manual before use. Follow OSHA and ANSI B7.1 standards. Use eye, face, dust and ear protection. Wear body apron and gloves. Speed rating of wheel must be greater than tool speed. Do not grind without guard adjusted for maximum operator protection. Mount wheel with the tool flanges provided. Run-in for one minute before application. Do not jam, twist or pinch wheel in work piece or apply excessive side pressure to the wheel. RECOIL may occur if wheel is jammed. Do not use near flammable materials or gases; fire or explosion may result. Do not expose to water, condensation or freezing. Discard wheel if dropped, cracked or chipped."
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Safety-Alert-Robert-Bosch-Tool-Corp-Abrasive-Cut-Off-Wheels-Lack-Safety-Warning-Label
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