Reported Nov 19, 2015
Bostitch Electric Pencil Sharpeners Recalled by Amax Due to Shock Hazard
Amax Inc. of East Greenwich, R.I.
Risk not classifiedThe agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric pencil sharpeners, unplug them from the outlet and contact Amax for a free replacement unit.
Firm contact: Amax toll-free at 844-483-5895 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.bostitchoffice.com and click on "Support Center," then "Recall" for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Bostitch electric pencil sharpeners
- Amount recalled
- About 44,000
Where it was sold
Sold at Office Depot, Staples and other office supply stores and distributors nationwide and online at Amazon.com from April 2012 through August 2015 for between $70 and $155..
Why it was recalled
The electric components inside can energize the pencil sharpener, posing a shock hazard.
The agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.
Reports so far: Amax has received one report of a consumer who received a shock from the recalled electric pencil sharpener.
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