http://www.rapala.ca/rap-flash/attentio ... ger-recallStrikeMaster Lithium LazerTM Ice Auger
This recall involves the Lithium LazerTM ice auger, which is used when ice fishing to cut circular holes in ice to access the water below. The Lithium LazerTM ice auger is a 24-pound unit powered by an electric motor and a rechargeable 50 volt lithium ion battery.
The on/off trigger switch on the Lithium LazerTM ice auger’s handle can fail, allowing continued rotation of the rotating drill even in the “off” position, creating a risk of injury to the user and bystanders.
We have not received any reports of consumer incidents or injuries related to the use of these products.
What you should do
Customers should immediately stop using the Lithium LazerTM ice augers.
Canadian customers can return their Lithium LazerTM ice augers to the retailers from which they purchased them or to Normark Inc. for a full refund.
For more information, consumers may contact Normark Inc. by telephone at 1-905-571-3001 from Monday to Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. EST.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
Please note that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada.
Health Canada would like to remind Canadians to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.