Cabela's Recalls Electronic Jerky Blaster Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2014-05-14 · 14176
Hazards
The battery charger adapter can overcharge causing the Electronic Jerky Blaster's battery and battery charger adapter to overheat.
Recall
Number
14176
Date
2014-05-14
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Electronic Jerky Blaster
Remedies
Options
Refund
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Blue Sky Innovation Group, North Ridgeville, Ohio
Retailer(s)
Cabela's nationwide from August 2013 through March 2014 for about $150.
Country of manufacture
China
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.