Caterpillar CAT other manual workshop tools

The reports, as CPSC published them

1. Emergency room

   Made Mar 1, 2023 · , sent to the company Mar 9, 2023 · , published by CPSC Mar 23, 2023

   The product, in the report: CAT XL 9in1 Multi-Tool set model number 980045S, multi tool set w 18004701242 CAT XL 9in1 Multi-Tool set w knife , screwdrivers, saw. And case. There are no instructions to close knife. All tools close into tool handle. Knife is locked open with no cover on blade. Tool is shrink wrapped in thick clear plastic an all tools open and exposed. 12/2/2022

   CAT XL 9in1 Multi-Tool set” model number 980045S CATERPILLAR brand tool CAT XL 9in1 Multi-Tool set” model number 980045S

   In order to use the screw driver tool in the set, I could see that i needed to collapse all the other tools. All of the tools (pliers, saw, screwdrivers, and opener) collapsed easily into the storage handle with ease, except for the knife blade. When the knife with the exposed blade would not collapse into the handle I could not find instructions to collapse the knife or protect myself from blade.

   Before attempting to use the screwdriver, I also referred to the website, and even[REDACTED] videos for this item “how to collapse knife in CAT XL 9in1 Multi-Tool set ” I still could find no instructions to collapse blade or protect myself from blade. The package or information from the website, videos etc. did not say to only use one tool at a time, or to retract all other tools before using screwdriver. Z I proceeded to use the screwdriver holding the intended handle with the knife blade exposed. I assumed the screw driver would not move when using it for multiple reasons. A. because the knife blade wouldn’t move. B. I assumed the screwdriver would lock in place like the knife did. C. The package and consumer information did not instruct me to collapse the knife, or that the screwdriver would collapse when used.

   As the screwdriver made contact w my screw in the wall, I attempted to turn the screw. Immediately, the screwdriver collapsed into the handle. Forcing my hand against the exposed knife blade. Resulting In the blade cutting my hand.

   After cutting my hand. I used a towel to control the bleeding.

   I used bandages to cover blade to keep from further injury.

   I then watched several “unboxing [REDACTED] of CAT XL 9in1 Multi-Tool set” in order to observe how they closed the blade. A After watching 3 unboxing / demo videos of the item posted by customers, I observed one of them sliding a metal piece on the handle horizontally in order to close blade.

   After blades and tool was closed, I proceeded to go to ER for stitches.

   The product was packaged so that the consumer is likely in danger and to be harmed soon opening it.

   I purchased the “CAT XL 9in1 Multi-Tool set” model number 980045S I opened the package in order to use the screwdriver tool for a minor household repair. Once the tool is removed directly out of the clear thick cellophane package, the individual tools are open and exposed. See photo 1 There is a small blade tip cover that only stays on the knife tip if it is encased in the package, it does not stay on the knife once tool set is removed from package.

   I have adequate experience with many common tools and am skilled at home repairs.

   In order to use the screw driver tool in the set, I could see that i needed to collapse all the other tools. All of the tools (pliers, saw, screwdrivers, and opener) collapsed easily into the storage handle with ease, except for the knife blade. When the knife with the exposed blade would not collapse into the handle I could not find instructions to collapse the knife or protect myself from blade.

   Before attempting to use the screwdriver, I also referred to the website, and even [REDACTED] videos for this item “how to collapse knife in CAT XL 9in1 Multi-Tool set ” I still could find no instructions to collapse blade or protect myself from blade. The package or information from the website, videos etc. did not say to only use one tool at a time, or to retract all other tools before using screwdriver. I proceeded to use the screwdriver holding the intended handle with the knife blade exposed. I assumed the screw driver would not move when using it for multiple reasons. A. because the knife blade wouldn’t move. B. I assumed the screwdriver would lock in place like the knife did. C. The package and consumer information did not instruct me to collapse the knife, or that the screwdriver would collapse when used.

   As the screwdriver made contact w my screw in the wall, I attempted to turn the screw. Immediately, the screwdriver collapsed into the handle. Forcing my hand against the exposed knife blade. Resulting In the blade cutting my hand.

   After cutting my hand. I used a towel to control the bleeding.

   I used bandages to cover blade to keep from further injury.

   I then watched several “unboxing [REDACTED] of CAT XL 9in1 Multi-Tool set” in order to observe how they closed the blade. After watching 3 unboxing / demo videos of the item posted by customers, I observed one of them sliding a metal piece on the handle horizontally in order to close blade.

   After blades and tool was closed, I proceeded to go to ER for stitches.

   Model

   model number 980045S

   UPC

   0 2890758333 4

   Bought from

   Sams club Fort Walton Beach

   Bought

   Dec 1, 2022

   Where

   Niceville, Florida: Home/Apartment/Condominium

   Who was involved

   Age 60, Female

   The reporter’s relation to them

   Self

   As this report names them

   Brand Caterpillar CAT, made or sold by Alltrade Tools LLC

   How badly, in CPSC’s words

   Injury, Emergency Department Treatment Received

CPSC’s disclaimer

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