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NiCad battery chargers pose risks of burns and other injuries.(Recalls & Safety Alerts)(Alltrade Tools)(Brief article)
Alltrade Tools has recalled 800,000 battery chargers sold with Kawasaki-branded power tool kits because they can make the battery pack overheat and melt during charging. The pack could also break apart during use, and the plastic shards could burn, cut, or bruise users.
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The recall includes chargers from 19.2-and 21.6-volt NiCad battery packs sold at wholesale club retailers nationwide from September 2005 through September 2007 for $40 to $100. The battery model number is on the bottom of the battery pack and the power tool model number is on the inside lid of the tool set ...
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