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All product recalls affecting Arizona.
Includes nationwide recalls (tagged “Nationwide”) and recalls with Arizona in the distribution area.
Children's Lawn Chair Recalled by Actional Industries NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 23, 1987 Release # 87-027 Children's Lawn Chair Being Recalled WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Action Industries, Inc., of Cheswick, Pennsylvania today announced a voluntary recall of a child's folding lawn chair because in some instances children's fingers may become caught when the chairs are collapsed. The chairs were imported from Italy until 1985 and were distributed, primarily through national chain stores, from late 1982 through early 1986. The chair is a child-sized folding lawn chair with an aluminum - square tubular frame, white plastic armrests, and a fabric seat and back with a rainbow-striped design or a clown design on red or blue back- ground. Embossed on the top of both white plastic armrests are the words "Lerolin Thiene (1) made in Italy." The distributor estimates that in excess of 64,000 of the chairs are still in use. Twenty-two incidents have been reported in which children's fingers became caught when the chair was collapsed. In some cases severe laceration or loss of fingertip was reported. Consumers are urged to remove the chair from use immediately. To obtain a $5.00 refund for the product, consumers should cut the entire fabric seat and back from the chair and mail them both, along with their name, address and telephone number, to Action Industries, P.O. Box 116, Cheswick, Pa 15024. Refunds will be made only for chairs which match the description above. Owners are also advised to dispose of the chair frame after the fabric seat has been removed. Anyone wishing additional information may call CPSC toll-free hotline number at 800-638-CPSC. A teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054.
Walkie Baby Walker Repair Program by Perego Products NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 15, 1987 Release # 87-024 CPSC & Perego Products Announce Repair Program WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Perego Products, Inc., of Lyndhurst, New Jersey, today announced a voluntary repair program involving its "Walkie" baby walker. The Walkie models involved were produced between March 1985 and June 1986. The Walkie walkers contain a plastic height adjustment mechanism for the seat which allows it to be raised and lowered. In at least five instances, the plastic height adjustment mechanism has fractured, collapsing the walker and allowing the infant in the walker to fall to the ground. The Commission is aware of one minor-injury to an infant using the-walker. Perego Products has corrected the problem and the Walkie models currently being distributed are not affected. The Commission believes that in excess of 40,000 walkers may be affected. The walkers sold for approximately $30.00 in retail stores nationwide and can be identified by the type of plastic height adjustment mechanism used. (See drawing). In addition) on units subject to repair, the number 997 appears on the inside plastic handle of the height adjustment mechanism. Perego Products will provide free to owners a repair kit which will prevent the collapse of the seat. Owners of affected models can obtain the free repair kit by calling toll-free l-800-553-5000, or sending their name, address and telephone number to Perego Products, Inc., 2801 Lofty Drive, Ft. Wayne, Indiana 46808.. Until owners receive and install the repair kit, the walker should not be used.
Coffee/Expresso/Cappuccino Maker Recalled by Salton NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 Note: Phone number, address change. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Originally issued April 10, 1987; Revised March 24, 2004 Release # 87-025 Salton's Combination Expresso/Cappuccino Maker Voluntarily Recalled WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Salton, Inc., Deerfield, Illinois, today voluntarily recalled its model EX-10 "Three for All" coffee/expresso/cappuccino maker. This recall only involves those units, which contain a white retaining ring. It was discovered that the units containing a white retaining ring, used to hold the express0 brewing basket, may experience a disengaging of the brewing basket during the use of the machine. This in turn could cause damage to the glass carafe which may result in an increased risk of personal injury and damage to personal property. The Commission is aware of 36 incidents, which have occurred in which the white retaining ring has failed. These incidents have resulted in several burn and laceration injuries, minor eye injuries and several reports of minor property damage. To eliminate the risk of injury, SEVKO, the parent company of Salton, Inc. is offering free replacement units for the 6,000 white ringed units distributed nationwide. The replacement units are redesigned with a stronger retaining ring which is recognized by its gray or black color. (See drawing) Consumers should return their white ringed units even if they have not experienced a problem. To obtain a free replacement unit, consumers should return their white ringed units to Salton, Inc., 1801 N. Stadium Boulevard, Columbia MO 65202. The toll-free number is 800-233-9054. Consumers will be reimbursed for postage and shipping costs. Additional information on the recall may be obtained by calling the CPSC toll-free hotline number on 800-638-CPSC. A teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054.
Little Pro Garment for Children Warning NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 30, 1987 Release # 87-023 WARNING ISSUED ON LITTLE PRO GARMENTS BECAUSE OF POSSIBLE CHOKING HAZARD WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, New York Attorney General and Elkay Industries Inc., New York, New York, issued a warning today to consumers about a two piece garment for children under three years of age with small parts which could be a choking hazard. Decorative yellow plastic buttons shaped like 5 point stars are attached to the front of the shirt. When the Consumer Product Safety Commission subjected the stars to use and abuse testing, the stars, which are small parts, separated from the shirt. Neither the CPSC, nor the N.Y.A.G., nor Elkay Industries, Inc., knows of any injuries involving these garments. The stars are on a long sleeved knitted white shirt with red and blue stripes and the works "Little Pro" across the front in 1 l/4 inch letters. The shirt is sold with long corduroy pants. The label in the neck of the shirt says, "MADE IN U.S.A. KIDSTUFF*** RN 43051, AN APPAREL PRODUCT OF ELKAY". Approximately 9,200 units were sold nationwide from June 1986 to the present. Consumers who purchased these garments for children under three should immediately remove the stars from the shirt and discard them to eliminate potential choking hazards. Retailers who have "Little Pro" garments in stock should stop selling them immediately. Anyone wishing additional information may contact Elkay Industries Inc., on a toll-free number 800-223-2393 (calls made only from outside New York State) or a toll call number 212-560-7600 or contact the CPSC toll-free humber at 800-638-CPSC. A teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054.
Toy Train & Music Box Recalled by Enesco Imports NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 24, 1987 Release # 87-020 Toy Train & Music Box Recalled because of Lead in the Paint WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission, Enesco Imports Corporation, Elk Grove Village, Illinois today announced the recall of a Wood Toy Train and Toy Chest Music Box because of excess lead in the paint on these items. The wood Toy Train and Toy Chest Music Box were tested for lead in the paint by the State of Ohio Department of Public Health as part of a cooperative program with the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Testing indicated that the paint on the Wood Toy Train contained 1.5% lead, and the paint on the Toy Chest Music Box contained 3.0% lead. CPSC safety requirements limit the amount of lead in paint to no more than 0.06%. The Wood Train, Item #300403, consists of a locomotive and two cars. The train is approximately 10 l/2" long and is painted green, blue, red, yellow, gold and white and is sold in a red box labeled in part "ENESCO Wood Toy Train, Taiwan, R.O.C." . The Toy Chest Music Box, Item A315427, is a music box with a drum shaped base with a boy on top opening a toy chest. The unit is approximately 6" in diameter and 6" high and is painted various colors. It is sold in a red box labeled in part "ENESCO, Boy Opening Toy Box Action Musical, Taiwan, R.O.C." Approximately 900 of the Wood Trains and 900 of the Toy Chest. Music Boxes have been sold nationwide since 1986. Neither the Consumer Product Safety Commission nor Enesco have received any reports of lead poisoning from either of these toys. Consumers should stop using these items and discard them or return them to the retailer where purchased for a full refund. Retailers should remove both items from sale immediately and return them to Enesco Imports Corporation, One Enesco Plaza, Elk Grove Village, Illinois 60007. Anyone wishing additional information may contact Enesco Imports Corporation at 312-640-5200.
Hi-Back "Kidde Kare" Baby Walkers Recalled by Service Merchandise NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 23, 1987 Release # 87-019 Baby Walker Recall WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the Service Merchandise Company of Nashville, Tennessee, today announces a voluntary recall of 49,000 Hi-Back "Kidde Kare" Infant Walkers, Model 106 FLP, which were purchased in Service Merchandise Stores in 1984 and 1985. The models involved have a white vinyl binding tape on the edges of the crotch strap. The hazard involves slippage of the strap through the buckle which secures the front of the walker's seat to its deck. This slippage could result in infant entrapment or injury. The Commission and Service Merchandise are aware of at least 5 incidents involving seat strap slippage, one of which was associated with an infant death. Service Merchandise is offering a free replacement seat at no charge to the consumer and urges all owners of the Model 106 FLP walker to participate in the recall. The model number is located on the ID tag on the seat. To obtain a free replacement seat call toll-free 1-800-251-1389. Tennessee residents may call toll-free l-800-251-1212. Consumers may also write to: Service Merchandise Company, P.O. Box 24600, Nashville, Tennessee 37202 and request a replacement seat for their walker. Additional information may also be obtained by calling the Consumer Product Safety Commission toll-free hotline number at 800-638-CPSC. A teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054.
Magnalite Professional Saucepans Recalled by General Housewares Corp. NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 17, 1987 Release # 87-018 General Housewares Corporation Recalls Magnalite Professional Saucepans Due to Possible Burn Hazard WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperations with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, General Housewares Corp., Stamford, Connecticut, today announced a voluntary recall of one, two and three-quart Magnalite Professional saucepans that have covers that fit too tightly. If too much pressure accumulates due to a tight fit, the cover may explode from the saucepan or the cover may become difficult to remove. General Housewares Corp., has been advised of nine such incidents, six of which reportedly involved burn injuries and two of which reportedly involved property damage. The saucepans that are being voluntarily recalled are any that were produced between September 1984 and July 1985 that have covers that fit too tightly on the saucepan. The saucepans and covers are cast from aluminum ingot. The saucepans are dark grey in color and the word MAGNALITE is impressed on the bottom of the saucepan. The cover and handle have an aluminum metallic shine, which contrasts with the saucepan. The sauce pans sold for a price between $54.00 - $80.00 and were sold in better department stores and gourmet cookware shops. Consumers can test for any overly tight fit by placing the pan on a stable surface, putting the cover on the pan and pushing down firmly. If the saucepan can be lifted by the cover to any degree, the cover is b too tight. The tight fit may not be evident on the first attempt of testing. If not, repeat the test several times but rotate the cover each time to a different point of contact on the saucepan. Another test is to place the cover firmly on the saucepan and gradually turn it 360 degrees in one direction. If the cover rubs closely against the saucepan and locks in place at some point while turning, the cover on the saucepan is too tight. Since July 1985 General Housewares has employed new quality control measures to safeguard against the possibility of a particular cover being too tight for a particular saucepan. General Housewares is accepting returns of saucepans and tight- fitting covers under the l00-year warranty offered on this product. The cover and saucepan can be returned to: Consumer Relations Department, General Housewares Corp., 1536 Beech Street, Terre Haute, Indiana 47804. The saucepan and cover will be replaced without charge. General House- wares will bear shipping costs. Anyone wishing additional information may call General Housewares Corp., at 800-457-2665 or the Consumer Product Safety Commission toll- free hotline number at 800-638-CPSC. The teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054.
CB Base Station Antenna Recalled by Antron Antenna Research & Electronics NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 12, 1987 Release # 87-017 Antron Antenna Research & Electronics Recalls Omnidirectional CB Base Station Antenna WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Antron Antenna Research t Electronics, Holland, Ohio is voluntarily recalling its Antron Model,"99" omnidirectional CB base station antennas. If contact is made by the antennas with an electrical power line while being installed or taken down, the antennas have the potential for severe or fatal shock. The CPSC stated that in tests conducted on the Model "99", it failed to comply with the agency's mandatory safety standard. The standard is intended to reduce the electrocution hazard if the antenna should accidentally contact a power line while being removed or installed. The CPSC is not aware of any injuries or deaths involving the Antron "99" omnidirectional CB base station antennas. However, during the 5 year period prior to the CPSC's safety standard, and estimated 450 CB antenna related electrocutions occurred as a result of the antennas being put up or taken down. Electrocution deaths continue to occur each year from CB antennas which fail to comply with the standard. Antron Antenna Research f Electronics distributed approximately 100 of the affected antennas nationwide. The Model, and Company name appear on the shipping carton, instruction sheet and antenna. Retailers who still have these antennas in stock should return them to Antron Antenna Research & Electronics immediately for refund. Consumers owning any of these antennas which have not been installed should return them to the dealer for a full refund. Consumers who have already installed antennas should leave them alone. These persons can obtain a warning sticker label/hang tag to be placed in a conspicuous location on the product to warn future users about the potential hazard. The sticker label/hang tag can be obtained by calling Antron Antenna Research & Electronics at 419-865-5877 or writing the firm at 7134 Railroad St., Holland, Ohio 43528. As a normal practice, individuals planning to install or take down a CB antenna should first contact their local power company for advice if overhead-wires pass through the neighborhood. Additional information concerning this recall is also available to consumers by calling the CPSC toll-free hotline number at 800-638-CPSC. A teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054.
Sears/Kenmore Vacuum Cleaners Repair by Whirlpool NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 04, 1987 Release # 87-14 SOME SEARS CANISTER VACUUM CLEANERS NEED TO BE MODIFIED TO PREVENT INJURIES WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Whirlpool Corporation of Benton Harbor, Michigan, today announced a modification program involving numerous Sears Kenmore canister vacuum cleaners. The motor in some of these cleaners has an opening which exposes moving parts when the canister is opened, the motor filter removed, and when the motor is running. These moving parts may cause severe lacerations or amputations to fingers placed in the opening. There have been 19 serious injuries involving these motor openings. Since 1976, approximately 1.3 million of these canister vacuums were sold nationwide through Sears, Roebuck & Co. stores and catalogs under the Kenmore name and model number. Models with various features sold for between $50 and $280. An easy-to-install, stick-on motor safety screen kit which covers the opening on top of the motor is being provided free of charge to owners of affected models. However, not all Sears Kenmore canister vacuum cleaners sold since 1976 need the kit. Whirlpool is informing known purchasers by direct mail. Consumers who bought canister vacuum cleaners at Sears since 1976 can find out if their vacuum motor requires a safety screen and receive additional information by calling 800-654- 1820 toll-free (have the model number from the bottom of the canister ready) or by visiting the customer service counter of the nearest Sears store. Consumers are warned to take extra care in handling their canister vacuum cleaners until the safety screen is installed. Whenever using the cleaner, unplug it before opening the canister lid.
Animal Voices Musical Toys Recalled By Toys R Us NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 26, 1987 Release # 87-013 Animal Voices Musical Toys Recalled Because of Choking Hazard WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Toys-R-Us, Rochelle Park, New Jersey is recalling Animal Voices Musical Toys, Model 670508B, because they have small parts which are a choking hazard. Tests conducted by CPSC show that when the toys are dropped, the metal noisemakers and springs, which are small parts, detach. To meet CPSC safety requirements, toys intended for children younger than 3 years old must not have any small parts. The Animal Voices Musical Toys are cardboard cylinders measuring l-3/4 inches long by l-5/8 inches in diameter. One end of the cylinder is metal with holes in it. The other end is covered with green paper with the word, "TAIWAN", printed on it in several places. Pictures of animals are printed on the side of the cylinder. When the cylinder is tilted it makes a noise like a baby animal. The Animal Voices Musical Toys are packaged,in pairs on a pink card labeled "RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 6 MONTHS AND UP 2 PC ANIMAL VOICES 1986 SUMMCO INTERNATIONAL LTD., P.O. BOX 96-306 TAIPEI, TAIWAN DISTRIBUTED BY LASH DISTRIBUTORS, ROCHELLE PARK, N.J. 07662 NO. 670508 * * *". Approximately 56,500 of these toys, which were imported from Taiwan, were sold nationwide through Toys-R-Us stores from April, 1985 to December, 1986 for approximately $1.48. Although the CPSC and Toys-R-Us have not received reports of any injuries or deaths involving this toy, consumers should take these toys away from children and return them to any Toys-R-Us store for full refund of the purchase price. Anyone wishing additional information may call Toys-R-Us at 201-368-5433 or CPSC toll-free hotline number at 800-638-CPSC. A teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054.
Patton & Sears Plastic-Body Space Heaters Correction by Patton NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 19, 1987 Release # 87-010 Patton Announces Voluntary Corrective Action Program for Space Heaters WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Patton Electric Company, New Haven, Indiana is conducting a voluntary corrective action program for certain Patton model HF-6 and HF-12W and Sears, Roebuck and Co. model 201.362010 portable plastic-body electric space heaters. Patton is undertaking this action to correct manufacturing deficiencies in the heaters which may result in the heaters catching fire. The units subject to this corrective action program were manufactured in 1984 and bear the date codes 8407 to 8412. The model number and date code can be found on the label located on the base of the unit. The CPSC is aware of at least three instances where units exhibited flaming or melting resulting from the defect in these heaters. No personal injuries have been reported. The heaters sold for between $20 and $40. The Patton units have a black grill and either a white or a wood grain plastic body. The Sears units have a black grill and a brown plastic body. These heaters were distributed since 1984. If you have one of these heaters, you should immediately discontinue use of the heater and contact Patton Electric Company at 219 749 2775, for instructions concerning correction of your heator Consumers should not attempt repairs or modifications themselves.
Children's Chairs Recalled by Dellano's Mexican Products NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 11, 1987 Release # 87-009 Dellano's Mexican Products Co., Inc. Recalls Children's Chairs WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, De Llano's Mexican Products Co., Inc., Laredo, Texas, today announced a voluntary recall of children's chairs which have excess lead in the paint. The paint on the chairs contains levels of lead as high as 1.15% and may present a lead poisoning hazard. No more than 0.06% is allowed by CPSC requirements. Neither the CPSC nor De Llano's Mexican Products Co. knows of any lead poisoning incidents associated with these chairs. Officials in the Springfield, Missouri, Department of Health brought this lead in paint violation to the attention of the CPSC. The children's chairs, which were imported from Mexico, are made of wood, painted red, with straw seats. Multi-colored flowers also are painted on the chairs. More that 9,000 chairs were distributed in Texas, Missouri and Arizona in 1985. The chairs sold for approximately $1.50. Consumers should remove these chairs from use by children and return them to the store where they were purchased for a complete refund. For further information, consumers may call De Llano's Mexican Products Co., Inc., at 512-722-1775 or the CPSC toll-free hotline number at 800-638-CPSC (2772). The CPSC teletypewriter for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054.
Small Wonders Crib and Playpen Warning NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 11, 1987 Release # 87-008 Baby Furniture Outlet Baby Cribs and Playpens Present Hazard to Infants The Consumer Product Safety Commission today announced that Small Wonders full-size baby cribs imported from 1981 to 1986 by Baby Furniture Outlet Inc., Marathon, Florida are banned. The cribs, distributed nationwide, failed to meet one or more CPSC safety requirements with respect to dimensions, spacing of crib components, hardware, construction, and assembly instructions or labeling. Not all cribs present the same hazard but hazards, which may be present, include strangulation, head entrapment, pinching, laceration and falling. CPSC is aware of 19 incidents with the cribs, several involving bruises and 2 incidents involving the playpens. In addition, two playpens, "Small Wonders Play Yards Models 286 and 391," also sold nationwide during this same period, may have floors that collapse, or sharp staples that come loose or protrude. The playpen may trap children's arms or legs if the floor collapses and staples may cause laceration or choking hazards. Because of the hazard presented by these cribs and playpens, the Commission urges consumers to immediately discontinue their use. In those cases where the consumer chooses to dispose of the hazardous models of cribs and playpens, they should be disposed of in a manner which assures that they cannot be used in the future. Since Baby Furniture Outlet is currently involved in bankruptcy proceedings and liquidation, the company maintains that it is unable to bear the costs of recalling any cribs or playpens. Any consumers who have purchased a Small Wonders crib or playpen from a Baby Furniture Outlet retail store may call CPSC toll-free hotline number at 800-638-CPSC for advice as to what hazard may be present for a particular crib or playpen model and what corrections, if any, can be made. A teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054. There are at least 10 wooden models of full-size cribs, 5 models of non-full-size cribs and 3 models of metal cribs involved. The full-size metal cribs are Small Wonders "Precious Metals" model numbers 504 and 704. The non-full-size metal crib is Small Wonders "Precious Metals" model number 904. The Small Wonders full-size wood crib styles include - "Colonial" model numbers 2001, 370-O and 3707, "Jenny Lind" model numbers 2002, 2004, 3302 and 4302, "Wicker" model number 2207, "Bentwood" model number 2003 and "Gay Nineties" model number 2005. The Small Wonders non-full-size crib styles include "Jenny Lind" model number 281, "Colonial" model number 282, 'Bentwood" model 283, and model number 284 - and 285 (no style designations). Wooden cribs may be either white or natural finish.
Ambi Mini Racer Recalled by Toy Importers NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 03, 1987 Release # 87-006 Toy Importers Initiate Limited Recall of An Ambi Mini Racer WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission, Playspaces International, Sudbury, Massachusetts, and U.S. Toy Company Inc., Grandview, Missouri, announced a voluntary limited recall from consumers of the yellow plastic hat from the "driver" of a toy car called Ambi Mini Racer, Model E666. The hat is a small part which could present a choking hazard to children younger than three. Consumers are offered an incentive of a $1.00 premium to return the hat to the retail store where the Mini Racer was purchased. Since January 1984, Playspaces International has distributed nationwide approximately 6,800 of the mini racers. During the same period U.S. Toy Company has distributed 905 of the Mini Racers sold only through their Catalog or in one of their own U.S. Toy retail outlets in California, Illinois, Kansas and Texas. Mini Racer sells at retail for approximately $12.00. Consumers should remove this hat from the Ambi Mini Racer immediately and return it to the retail store where purchased for the $1.00 premium. The CPSC is not aware of any report of deaths or injuries involving this toy. For further information, consumers may call Playspaces International at 617-443-7146, U.S. Toy Company Inc. at 816-761-5900 or the CPSC toll-free hotline number at 800-638-CPSC. A teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054.
Home or Miller Gas-Fired Furnaces for Mobile Home Replacement Roof vent caps on certain HOME or MILLER brand gas-fired furnaces installed in mobile homes are being replaced free of charge by Lear Siegler, Inc., as a precaution against accidental carbon monoxide poisoning. In voluntary cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the HOME Division of Lear Siegler, Inc., of Holland, Michigan, has initiated a program to replace the roof jack (vent) caps on as many as 250,000 gas-fired furnaces. The program covers furnaces manufactured prior to May 1979. Mobile home owners should first check their liquid propane (LP) or natural gas furnaces for the HOME or MILLER brand name on the furnace door. If you believe the furnace was installed prior to May, 1979, consumers should call the company's toll-free hotline at l-800-225-4168 for information about free replacement of the roof vent cap. Michigan residents should call Lear Siegler collect at l-616-394-0024. In the 24 years since these furnaces were first produced, there have been 27 fatalities resulting from carbon monoxide poisoning where roof jack damage may have been a factor. There have been no reports of incidents involving caps manufactured after 1975. However, for ease of 'identification, because the caps look . the same from the outside, and as a precautionary measure, Lear Siegler is including in this program the caps used on all gas-fired MILLER and HOME brand furnaces manufactured by the HOME Division of Lear Sieqler, Inc., and installed prior to May, 1979. The firm has agreed to replace the subject roof jack (vent) caps at no cost to the consumer. There are two roof jack (vent) cap designs which look similar from the outside involved in this program. The roof jack (vent) caps on pre-1976 MILLER or HOME brand MMG, MGC, and AGC model gas-fired furnaces are being replaced because failure to detect roof jack cap corrosion or other damage may lead to blockage of the vent system creating a potential carbon monoxide hazard for the mobile home occupants. In total, approximately 250,000 furnaces manufactured from 1962 through, May 1979 are involved in this program, although it is unlikely that all of the furnaces still are furnaces and roof jack (vent) caps either as original equipment or as functional because of their age. The were sold for use in mobile homes replacement appliances. CPSC reminds homeowners that all furnaces require periodic inspection and maintenance by qualified personnel to detect malfunctioning equipment, including roof vent tips which may corrode over a period of time. Consumers should contact their local heating contractor to arrange. such inspections. The Consumer Product Safety Commission hotline number is 800-638- CPSC. A teletypewriter number for the hearing-impaired is (301) 595-7054. Consumer Product SAFETY ALERT FROM THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, WASHINGTON, D.C. 20207 February 1987 Under laws administered by CPSC, an estimated 325 million potentially hazardous products have been called back from the marketplace and consumers since 1973 (when CPSC was created). Most of these were voluntarily recalled by manufacturers who established programs to repair or replace the products, or to refund the purchase price. To avoid a possible carbon monoxide poisoning problem, mobile home owners should check their liquid propane (LP) or natural gas furnace for the Home or Miller brand name on the furnace door. If you believe the furnace was installed prior to May 1979, consumers should call the company's toll-free hotline at l-800-225-4168 for information about free replacement of the roof vent cap. Michigan residents should call Lear Siegler collect at l-616-394-0024. The CPSC toll-free hotline number is 800.638.CPSC. A teletypewriter number for the hearing-impaired is (301) 595-7054.
Timberform 4000 Playground Equipment Repaired by Columbia Cascade NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 20, 1987 Release # 87-004 Columbia Cascade To Repair Timberform 4000 Series Playground Equipment WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Columbia Cascade Timber Company, Portland, Oregon, today announced a voluntary repair program affecting an estimated 1,500 installations of their TimberForm 4000 Series Play Platforms. Children can become entrapped in the spaces between the metal ladder rungs and the wooden platform deck. The Commission and he firm are aware of at least 4 instances of head entrapment in these play structures. No injuries have been reported. All the reported incidents occurred during supervised play. TimberForm 4000 Series Play Platforms are installed in various configurations depending upon options ordered by each customer. It is, generally, heavy-duty wooden playground equipment, typically found on public playgrounds and at church, school, or childcare facilities. Using its sales records, Columbia Cascade will contact directly, by first class mail and through sales representatives, each known owner of the equipment involved to advise them of the hazard and arrange for repairs to prevent entrapment. The firm will provide, at no cost to the customer, all necessary parts and installation instructions. Columbia Cascade is repairing all TimberForm 4000 Series playground equipment sold before January 1, 1986. Anyone who believes they own the equipment involved in this program may contact Columbia Cascade for assistance in identifying the equipment and obtaining information about repairs. For additional information, contact Columbia Cascade Timber Company at 503-223-1157 (COLLECT) or call CPSC toll-free hotline at 800-638-CPSC. A teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054.
Rechargeable Electric Shaver Stands Recalled by Norelco NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR RELEASE December 22, 1986 Release # 86-81 Norelco Recalls Rechargeable Electric Shaver Stands WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, "Norelco" Consumer Products Division announced a voluntary recall/replacement program for stands included with model HP 1337 and HP 1323 rechargeable electric shavers produced in 1986, due to a possible shock or minor burn hazard associated with the rechargeable a shaver stand. Shaver stands produced before 1986 are not known to contain this hazard, which occurs on initial use only. Norelco has reports of 30 incidents in which the cord shorted out upon being initially plugged into the wall while connected to the rechargeable stand. There are approximately 4 reports of minor personal injury. This product was introduced in 1984. Approximately 500,000 have been distributed. These shavers retail for approximately $79.95 and have been sold nationwide. The stand is black and has the word "ROTATRACT" printed on it in white lettering. Approximately 60,000 of the stands are estimated to have reached consumers in 1986. If you have a new Norelco shaver with a stand, do not plug it in. Return the stand only, not the shaver or the cord, to Norelco Service, Inc., Dept. 1337, 2100 East Valencia, Fullerton, CA 92631. Norelco will replace the stand and refund your postage. You may continue to use the shaver with the cord while your stand accessory is being serviced. If you have any questions, please call Norelco directly at 800-227-1032.
December 19, 1986 Release # 86-080 Apparel Industries, Inc. Recalls Women's Fashion Tops WASHINGTON, DC -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Apparel Industries, Inc., New York, New York today announced a voluntary recall of women's oversized fashion tops sold by the firm. Approximately 26,000 units were imported from Portugal and sold nationwide. The tops are identified as styles 3403, 3419 and 3419P and the firm has agreed to provide a full refund to consumers who return the tops to the retail stores where they were purchased. Although these tops have not been involved in any incidents known to the Commission or to the firm, testing shows that the tops fail to meet the flammability requirement for general wearing apparel. The oversized fashion tops are made of 100% cotton fleece fabric. A neck label tag states in part, "TROUSERS UP ---MADE IN PORTUGAL". The tops which were sold for $20.00 to $30.00 from August to October, 1986, come in various colors. The styles are: # 3403 pullover 3 button front (solid color, no print)# 3419 pullover with mock turtleneck (solid color, no printing)# 3419P pullover with mock turtleneck with a stenciled design on the front. For further information consumers may contact Jean Martin of Apparel Industries at 800-223-5543
12" Sidewalk Bicycles Replaced by Roadmaster NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR RELEASE December 19, 1986 Release # 86-79 Replacement Program Announced For Roadmaster Corporation 12" Sidewalk Bicycles W/Plastic Wheels WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission, the Roadmaster Corporation of Olney, Illinois today announces a voluntary replacement program involving several thousand plastic "mag" wheels on boys and girls models 9693-KM & 7973-KM 12" sidewalk bicycles. The hazard involves a wheel breakage problem which may occur when the tire is inflated significantly beyond the recommended inflation pressure. Roadmaster and the Commission have been informed of two incidents where minor injuries occurred when plastic "mag" wheels broke during tire inflation. Since many air pumps are not metered, bicycle tires are frequently over inflated. Over inflation of the tires may cause these plastic wheels to fragment and pieces to be propelled striking the user and bystanders. This announcement is being issued in conjunction with Roadmaster's replacement program undertaken during the past six months. Roadmaster is replacing, free of charge, all affected sidewalk bicycle wheels. Only models 9693-KM & 7973-KM sidewalk bicycles are involved in this free replacement. Both of the affected models were sold nationwide by K mart retail stores. Roadmaster's engineering analysis indicates that the problem wheels may break when over inflated. Roadmaster stopped shipment of the subject models immediately upon learning of the potential failure. Customers having one of these sidewalk bicycles should contact the Roadmaster Parts and Service Department at 800-626-2811. Replacement steel-spoked wheels will be provided in exchange for the returned plastic "mag" wheels.
Flying Toy Helicopter Recalled by M.W. Kasch NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR RELEASE December 3, 1986 Release # 86-78 Flying Toy Helicopter Being Recalled Washington, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, M.W. Kasch Company, Mequon, Wisconsin is recalling a flying toy helicopter called Model No. WL 322 Flying Copter. Approximately 30,000 "Flying Copters" were distributed by the firm during the past 2 l/2 years nationwide. This toy has previously been recalled by other companies who have marketed it. The toy, imported by many firms, has been responsible for eye injuries and facial lacerations. Some of the injuries have resulted in permanent blindness in one eye. The Flying Copter which retails for $3.00 to $5.00 is a 7 l/2-inch plastic flying toy helicopter with a hand launching device. The helicopter is mostly white with three red plastic rotor blades. The launching handle is green. Assembly is required before the toy can be flown. It is this assembly which, if done improperly, could allow the rotor blades to come off and strike the user or bystander. Consumers are urged to discontinue use and to return the toy helicopter to the store where it was purchased for a full refund.