Tabletop Rope Cutters Recalled by MarineTech Products Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
CPSC recall 09747 · announced July 1, 2009 · Marinetech Products · 450 units affected
The product
The recalled tabletop rope cutters are used for cutting and cauterizing rope. This recall includes MarineTech part number 75-7070 and West Marine part number 559419. The Marine Tech part number is located on the side of the rope cutter. "Panther" is printed on the rope cutter.
The hazard
The recalled rope cutters can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the rope cutters and contact MarineTech to receive a free replacement rope cutter. MarineTech is directly contacting purchasers of this product.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received four reports of the rope cutters overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Sold at: West Marine stores nationwide from December 2006 through April 2009 for about $100.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact MarineTech at (800) 634-7838 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.marinetech.info
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.