Pressmaster Recalls Cable Stripping Tool Due to Impact Hazard
Recalled February 19, 2015 · CPSC recall 15081 · Pressmaster
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
Units
About 325
Incidents / injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
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.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the cable stripping tool and contact Pressmaster to return the product for a free replacement.
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.
Product
Xcelite cable stripping tools
Manufacturer(s)
Pressmaster AB, of Sweden
Imported by
Pressmaster Inc., of Westmont, Ill.
Retailers
Hardware and industrial supply stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from August 2014 to November 2014 for about $90.
Made in
Sweden
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →