News from CPSC: Pressmaster Recalls Cable Stripping Tool Due to Impact Hazard

 

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1. Pressmaster Recalls Cable Stripping Tool Due to Impact Hazard http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2015/Pressmaster-Recalls-Cable-Stripping-Tool/

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Recall Date: February 19, 2015

Recall Number: 15-081

 

Pressmaster Recalls Cable Stripping Tool Due to Impact Hazard

 

Recall Summary

 

Name of Product:  “Xcelite” cable stripping tools

 

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: Replace

Consumers should immediately stop using the cable stripping tool and contact Pressmaster to return the product for a free replacement.

 

Consumer Contact:  Call Pressmaster at (800) 485-9184 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.pressmaster.se and under Latest News “Pressmaster Recalls Cable Stripping Tool” for more information.

 

Recall Details

 

Units: 327

 

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.

 

Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or injuries have been reported.

 

Sold at: Hardware and industrial supply stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from August 2014 to November 2014 for about $90. 

 

Manufacturer: Pressmaster AB, of Sweden        

 

Importer: Pressmaster Inc., of Westmont, Ill.

 

Manufactured in: Sweden

 

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