[Recalled] StrikeMaster® Lithium Lazer™ Ice Augers — The Lithium Lazer™ ice auger is used by ice fishermen to cut circular holes in… | CPSC 2015-03-06
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | StrikeMaster® Lithium Lazer™ Ice Augers |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Normark Corporation dba Rapala USA of Minnetonka, Minn. |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 15091 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 06 March 2015 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: The Lithium Lazer™ ice auger is used by ice fishermen to cut circular holes in ice to access the water and fish below. The Lithium Lazer™ ice auger is a 24-pound black and red unit powered by an electric motor and a rechargeable 50-volt lithium ion battery. The auger has two handles, a power switch, a trigger switch and a drill, and is identified with the logo for StrikeMaster Ice Augers on the front of the powerhead. It also is identified as a Lithium Lazer™ on the top of the powerhead. Hazards: The trigger switch on the auger could fail and the unit not turn off, posing an injury hazard.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Review the official notice to confirm whether your unit is affected.
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