July 1, 2009

Tabletop Rope Cutters Recalled by MarineTech Products 

Name of Product: Tabletop Rope Cutters

Units: About 450

Manufacturer: MarineTech Products Inc., of White Bear Lake, Minn.

Hazard: The recalled rope cutters can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

Description: The recalled tabletop rope cutters are used for cutting and cauterizing rope. This recall includes MarineTech part number 75-7070 and West Marine part number 559419. The Marine Tech part number is located on the side of the rope cutter. “Panther” is printed on the rope cutter.

Sold at: West Marine stores nationwide from December 2006 through April 2009 for about $100.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the rope cutters and contact MarineTech to receive a free replacement rope cutter. MarineTech is directly contacting purchasers of this product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact MarineTech at (800) 634-7838 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.marinetech.info