Cabela's Recalls Electronic Jerky Blaster Due to Fire Hazard

Electronic Jerky Blaster

Date of Recall

2014-05-14

CPSC Release Number

14-176

Manufactured In

China

Units

About 600

Manufacturer

Blue Sky Innovation Group, North Ridgeville, Ohio.

Sold By

Cabela's nationwide from August 2013 through March 2014 for about $150.

Problem/Hazard

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

Injuries/Incidents

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

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.

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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