Pressmaster Recalls Cable Stripping Tool Due to Impact Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2015-02-19). Hazards: impact injury. About 325 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 15081 |
| Published | 2015-02-19 |
| Last updated | 2015-02-19 |
| Product category | Tools and Hardware |
| Products | Xcelite cable stripping tools |
| Firm named in the title | Pressmaster |
| Firms | Pressmaster AB, of Sweden (manufacturer); Pressmaster Inc., of Westmont, Ill. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Sweden |
| Units (US) | 325 |
| Hazard classes | impact injury |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Hardware and industrial supply stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from August 2014 to November 2014 for about $90. |
Description
This recall involves the Pressmaster Xcelite professional stripping tool for round cables of all insulation types. The tool is black and is approximately six inches long. "Xcelite" "CJS 200" are printed on the face of the tool.
Hazard
The tool's plastic end cap can fly off the product with force either during use or while in storage, posing an impact hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the cable stripping tool and contact Pressmaster to return the product for a free replacement.
Incidents and injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
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