CPSC2015-11-19
Bostitch Electric Pencil Sharpeners Recalled by Amax Due to Shock Hazard
Amax Inc., of East Greenwich, R.I.
Hazard
The electric components inside can energize the pencil sharpener, posing a shock hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric pencil sharpeners, unplug them from the outlet and contact Amax for a free replacement unit.
Sold at
Office Depot, Staples and other office supply stores and distributors nationwide and online at Amazon.com from April 2012 through August 2015 for between $70 and $155.
Affected count
About 44,000
Injuries reported
Amax has received one report of a consumer who received a shock from the recalled electric pencil sharpener.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Bostitch electric pencil sharpeners
Consumer contact
Amax toll-free at 844-483-5895 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.bostitchoffice.com and click on "Support Center," then "Recall" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Bostitch-Electric-Pencil-Sharpeners-Recalled-by-AmaxDon't want to check this manually?
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