Recalls / 2003-06-24
CPSC, Ontel Products Announce Recall of Food Slicer
03546 · Recalled 2003-06-24 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled red plastic food slicer and dicer contains six roller blades at the front and a single slicing blade on the top. The food slicer is stamped "Made in W. Germany" and "Famos Gerate" on the inside of handle and has a four-pointed star. Only food slicers sold without the protective blade cover are included in this recall.
Hazards
The exposed slicing blade on top of the unit can cut a consumer's fingers or hand during use.
Reported injuries
Ontel Products is aware of one report of a consumer cutting her finger while using the product.
Remedy
Contact Ontel Products to receive a free protective blade cover.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| The Little Red Chef Food Slicer, also known as The Kitchen Magic Food Slicer | 32,900 |
Parties
- Importer
- Ontel Products Corp., of Fairfield, N.J.
- Made in
- Germany
- Sold at
- QVC, TV direct sales, trade promotion shows nationwide. These food slicers were sold, May 2003 for less than $15.
Consumer contact
Send an email requesting a protective blade cover to littleredchef@ontelproducts.com or write to Ontel Products Corporation, 21 Law Drive, Fairfield, New Jersey, 07004. Owners should include their name and mailing address, in order to receive the protective blade cover.
Source: CPSC recall 03546. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.