
IMPORTANT RECALL AND SAFETY NOTICE
Recall of Cut-off Machine Abrasive Wheels part # 0835 010 8001 "Made in Thailand” for General Purpose Steel
This is to inform you that STIHL Incorporated is recalling certain cut-off machine abrasive wheels used for general-
purpose steel cutting applications. The subject wheels have "Made in Thailand” and part number 0835 010 8001
printed on one of the wheel labels (see photo). The abrasive wheels are for general-purpose ferrous metal cutting with
a diameter of 14” (350 mm) and a 20-mm diameter arbor hole.
THIS RECALL IS FOR SAFETY REASONS.
Specifically, it appears that in some instances the material in the wheel can separate during use. In such
circumstances, the wheel can potentially break apart at high speed, resulting in serious or fatal injury and/or damage to
property. STIHL has received no reports of injuries or property damage at this time.
Immediately discontinue use of all STIHL abrasive wheels with part number 0835 010 8001 14” (350 mm)) that have
"Made in Thailand” printed on the label as shown in the photos.
Please immediately return them to your STIHL dealer for identification and replacement
These wheels would have been shipped by STIHL Incorporated from September-December 2003 Other STIHL wheels
regardless of part number, diameter, application type, or country of origin are not subject to this notification.