The following notice appears on the B&Q website:
B&Q has identified a potential risk of injury when using this product where the internal metal fan can fail and fragments could break through the plastic casing.
PP 400W Random Orbit Sander
NLH401ROS - barcode: 05106769
Offered for sale between July 2006 and January 2011.
Despite rigorous quality control procedures it has been brought to B&Q's attention that there is a risk of injury from the use of this sander.
Please note that only the product detailed in this notice is at risk. All other sanders sold by B&Q are unaffected.
If you have purchased this product you should stop using it immediately and return it to your local store where a refund to the value of your purchase will be given.
Alternatively, please contact the helpline:
UK: 0300 3034482 ROI: 1800 946327*
*Monday to Friday 8.30am to 8.00pm, Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm and Sunday 10.00am to 4.00pm
B&Q thank you for your cooperation.
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