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CPSC, Leifheit International USA Announce Recall of Apple Slicer/Corer

Recalled August 29, 2002 · CPSC recall 02239 · Leifheit

Apple Slicer/CorerNumber and dot sequence indicating the date of manufacture
Hazard
The cutting blade can separate from the center-coring ring during use, causing cuts to consumers' hands and fingers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these apple slicers/corers immediately and return them to either the place of purchase or the company. Consumers will have their choice of receiving a replacement or a refund.
Units
About 31,000
Incidents / injuries
Leifheit has received two reports of the blades separating, resulting in minor cuts to the user's fingers.

Description

The recall includes Pro Line apple slicers/corers. The slicers/corers are made of shiny chrome metal with two handles. "Leifheit" is printed on the top of one handle. A symbol code on the underside of the slicer/corer shows a number and dot sequence indicating the date of manufacture. Any product with a "1" or those with a "2" accompanied by one or two dots are included in the recall.

What to do

Consumers should stop using these apple slicers/corers immediately and return them to either the place of purchase or the company. Consumers will have their choice of receiving a replacement or a refund.

Contact

For more information, consumers can contact Leifheit at (866) 695-3434 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Product
Apple Slicer/Corer
Manufacturer(s)
Leifheit International USA Inc., of Melville, N.Y.
Retailers
Houseware and gourmet cooking stores sold the slicers/corers nationwide, from January 2001 to July 2002, for about $18.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →

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