Recalls / 2014-05-14

Cabela's Recalls Electronic Jerky Blaster Due to Fire Hazard

14176 · Recalled 2014-05-14 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves Cabela's Electronic Jerky Blaster, which resembles a caulking gun. The product has a black handle, a gold-toned 15" tube that holds the meat with "Cabela's Power Jerky" written on it and interchangeable tip at the end. The hand-held, battery powered appliance is used for making jerky sticks or strips. It was sold as a set with interchangeable tips and cleaning brushes. The recalled item number IK-540848 can be found underneath the barcode on the cardboard packaging that comes with the product and on the front of the instruction manual.

Hazards

The battery charger adapter can overcharge causing the Electronic Jerky Blaster's battery and battery charger adapter to overheat.

Reported injuries

There has been one report of the battery and the battery charger overheating. There are no reports of injury.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled Electronic Jerky Blaster and contact Cabela's for a full refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Electronic Jerky Blaster		About 600

Parties

Manufacturer: Blue Sky Innovation Group, North Ridgeville, Ohio
Made in: China
Sold at: Cabela's nationwide

Consumer contact

Cabela's at (800) 237-4444, anytime or online at www.Cabelas.com and click on "Consumer Product Safety" at the bottom of the page, for more information.

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Source: CPSC recall 14176. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.