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Menards recalls cordless screwdrivers for fire hazards

Consumer Advisories and Recalls

John Stewart

Wednesday, 03 September 2008

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Wednesday, September 3, 2008 | 03:28 PM ET

Wisconsin-based Menards is recalling about 42,000 MasterForce 3.6-volt cordless screwdrivers because they may overheat and ignite when charging, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said Wednesday.

The company has learned of three reports of fires, including injuries involving burns to the hand and temporary hearing loss.

The screwdrivers, which are labelled MASTERFORCE and “241-0717,” were sold in Menards stores in the U.S. from April 2007 through May 2008 for about $30 US.

The tools were made in China.

Consumers should stop using the products and return them for a replacement or refund.

Recall notice

Company website

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John Stewart

Advocating access to public lands carries a responsibility to be part of the solution for managing the public lands. As a strong proponent for participation to make a difference, I am a full time advocate for recreation and the Managing Editor of the OutdoorWire family websites.

4x4Wire.com is dedicated to the four wheel drive recreation featuring technical articles and information to promote, protect, and provide outdoor recreation opportunities. 4x4Voice.com focuses on California issues. MUIRNet.net is focused on environmental, administrative and legislative news and information. OutdoorWire.com is Access and Landuse Central with an overall index to the contents of the family of websites.