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All product recalls affecting Arizona.
Includes nationwide recalls (tagged “Nationwide”) and recalls with Arizona in the distribution area.
Mini Shadowy Stand Lamp Warning NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 6, 1974 Release # 74-005 CPSC Warns Of Severe Electric Shock Hazard In Lamp WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb. 6)--The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission today warned consumers who may have purchased a "Rainbow Lamp", also known as a "Mini Shadowy Stand" lamp, to immediately discontinue use of the product. The Commission said the lamp-- which retails for approximately $1.98-- contains defects which could result in a fatal electric shock. Some 35,000 lamps have been sold since February, 1973. They were advertised nationally in TV Guide, Sunday newspaper supplements, including Parade Magazine; Ladies Home Journal; and in the "New Discoveries from Greenland" catalog which was mailed to several million consumers over the last few months. The Commission said the lamps were distributed in the United States by Greenland Studios, 4500 Northwest, 135th Street, Miami, Florida. They were imported from Taiwan and carry the model number 13348 in some of the advertisements but not on the lamp or package. The Commission warned consumers to use "extreme care" in disconnecting the lamp plug from electrical outlets, and to avoid touching any metal objects while doing so. The lamp is designed to cast shadows of various shapes on walls when in use and has been advertised as providing a "sensuous light show". Consumers Union notified the Commission of the possible hazard, on February 1, 1974. The Commission immediately secured samples of the lamps and began testing. Further importation and sales of the lamps have been halted and the Commission said the company is cooperating fully with the Commission and has voluntarily agreed to refund the full purchase price on all returns, including cost of postage. In addition, the company has agreed to make a direct mailing to known purchasers, warning them of the hazard and offering to repurchase the lamps. In making the announcement, the Commission said it was deeply concerned by the failure of national publications to exercise "any degree of responsibility" in verifying the safety of products advertised for sale to consumers. "We believe publications-- such as TV Guide and Ladies Home Journal-- have a special responsibility to assure that products advertised for sale do not pose unreasonable risks of injury to consumers." Greenland Studios is a wholly owned subsidiary of Downe Communications, Inc., which also owns Ladies Home Journal and Family Weekly.
Consumers who may have purchased -- after December, 1973, a "Kelsey-Stuart, Inc." 12-volt battery charger carrying model number A-610 should discontinue use of the device. They contain a possible defect which could result in a fatal electric shock.
CPSC and the Allied Products Division of Consolidated Cigar Corp. urged consumers to immediately discontinue use of some potentially hazardous Rogers Butane Fuel Refills. The valves on some refills may be defective resulting in butane leakage and fire.
The Consolidated Cigar Corporation's Allied Products Division and CPSC today warned consumers to immediately discontinue use of the "Rogers Disposable adjustable butane lighter."
The CPSC warned owners of some 1,600 "Electric Heater Log" decorative fireplaces to immediately unplug the units to avoid a possible fire hazard.
Zenith Color TV Sets Repair by Zenith Radio NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 14, 1973 Release # 73-021 CPSC Warns Of Possible Fire Hazard 12,000 Zenith Color Tv Sets WASHINGTON, D.C. (Sept. 14) --The Consumer Product Safety Commission-- acting on a report to it from the Zenith Radio Corporation-- today warned consumers of a possible fire hazard in 12,000 Zenith 19-inch table model color television sets. The affected sets all were manufactured between late June and mid-August 1972. CPSC Chairman Richard 0. Simpson said that he has been informed by Zenith that they are moving immediately to notify all of their distributors, dealers and set owners. And he said that Zenith has voluntarily agreed to repair the sets at no expense to consumers. A company spokesman said that Zenith will attempt to contact all set owners within two weeks. Simpson said that Zenith learned of the problem Wednesday, following a fire in one of the sets in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. There were no reported injuries as a result of that fire. The sets carry model numbers: D-4030W5, D-4030W6, T-2838W6, D-4032W5, and D-4034P6. All of the affected sets also carry one of two additional identifying numbers: 226C or 227C. The model and identifying numbers appear on a white label on the backs of the television sets. The Commission said that consumers should immediately unplug the sets and discontinue use until they are checked. Simpson said that the problem is not necessarily related to a series of fires which New Jersey authorities have attributed to faulty television sets. He said that the Commission has been investigating those incidents as well as others which have been reported to it from across the country. Zenith said that the possible fire hazard in the sets is a result of an improperly located high voltage capacitor. Of the 12,000 sets with the potential defect, most are believed to be in homes. Simpson praised Zenith for the company's immediate response to a potentially hazardous situation. He said that the Commission has received full cooperation from Zenith personnel and said the Commission was making a public announcement to assure that consumers were alerted to the possible danger. Zenith has issued a public announcement from its Chicago corporate office.
More 3-M and Borden Spray Adhesives Banned NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 28, 1973 Release # 73-017 CPSC Bans Nine Additional Aerosol Spray Adhesives--Reaffirms Recommendation To Consumers To Discontinue Use Of Aerosol Spray Glues WASHINGTON, D.C. --The Consumer Product Safety Commission today banned nine additional aerosol spray adhesives as "presenting an imminent hazard" to the public. The Commission's action follows last week's ban of four other aerosol spray glues which have been possibly linked to chromosome breakage and resulting severe multiple birth defects. Eight of the spray adhesives are manufactured by the 3-M Company, St. Paul, Minnesota. One is manufactured by the Borden Company, Columbus, Ohio. All nine aerosol spray adhesives banned today are based on the same or similar chemical formulations of the original four spray adhesives banned by the Commission last week. The nine spray adhesives banned today are: Manufactured by 3-M: "Sears Multi-Purpose Spray Adhesive" "Scotch Brand Multi-Purpose Spray Adhesive" "Scotch-Grip Brand Floral Adhesive 77" "3-M Brand Shipping Mate Palletizing Adhesive" "3-M Brand Spray Trim Adhesive" "Tuff-Bond Spray-Hesive" "Bear Brand Spray Trim Adhesive" "Tri Chem Spray Mist Adhesive" Manufactured by Borden: "Marshall's Photo-Mount Spray Adhesive" CPSC Chairman Richard O. Simpson said that both companies had moved immediately to discontinue the production and distribution of the aerosol sprays. And he said that Sears, Roebuck and Co., had voluntarily discontinued sale of their privately-labeled spray. "But," Simpson explained, "the Commission felt it was necessary to officially declare these additional aerosol spray adhesives 'banned hazardous substances' to assure that sales of the products are immediately halted." Simpson said that retailers are subject to civil and criminal penalties for continued sales. And he said that the Commission has undertaken a nationwide sampling of retail outlets to locate stores which may still have these products on sale. Simpson said that the Commission is directing an intensive research program to attempt to identify and isolate the problems associated with the spray adhesives. But, he said that the nature of the problem will prevent an early answer. The Consumer Product Safety Commission also reaffirmed its recommendation to consumers to discontinue the use of all aerosol spray adhesives. The action was based on findings by a University of Oklahoma researcher, possibly linking aerosol spray adhesives to chromosome damage and resulting multiple birth defects. Last week the Commission banned: "Foil Art Adhesive," manufactured by the 3-M Company "Scotch Brand Spra-Ment Adhesive," manufactured by the 3-M Company "3-M Brand Spray Adhesive 77," manufactured by the 3-M Company "Krylon Spray manufactured by Borden Company Yesterday, the Commission issued recommendations of a panel of medical experts to persons who may been exposed aerosol spray adhesives.
Little Wonder TV Antenna by A.K. Electric Warning NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 21, 1973 Release # 73-015 CPSC Warns Of Electric Shock Dangers From "Little Wonder TV Antenna" WASHINGTON, D.C. (August 21)--Citing the potential for severe electric shock hazard, the Consumer Product Safety Commission today warned consumers to immediately unplug and then disconnect the "Little Wonder TV Antenna." The product --manufactured by the A.K. Electric Corporation, Brooklyn, New York, Mr. Jack Arthur Meltzer President-- connects television antenna leads directly to home electrical outlets. CPSC Chairman Richard 0. Simpson said the product "contains no safety device" to prevent electrical shock and possible electrocution. He said the Commission is taking all necessary steps to remove the product from the marketplace. Simpson said the item has been distributed nationwide by Windsor House, Island Park, New York, and Sunset House, Los Angeles, California, two mail-order firms. In addition to the CPSC action, Simpson said he is referring the matter to the Federal Trade Commission for their follow-up on the basis of what he termed "misleading and possibly fraudulent advertising" associated with distribution of the product. While there are several similar products on the market, the CPSC action was limited to the "Little Wonder TV Antenna," pending further study of the others. Simpson said the "Little Wonder" appears to contain but does not contain any safety devices, found in the other similar products, which would greatly reduce the potential for electric shock. The "Little Wonder" has an identifying label only on the package but not on the product itself. The other similar products generally bear the manufacturer's name or brand name on the devices. In making the announcement, Simpson criticized Windsor House and Sunset House for "failing to verify the safety" of a product they were advertising for sale to millions of consumers. And he said they have a responsibility in that regard. Simpson said he was "totally dismayed" by the clear lack of engineering design demonstrated by the "Little Wonder TV Antenna." The product, he said, is imminently hazardous.
3-M and Borden Spray Adhesives Banned NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 20, 1973 Release # 73-014 CPSC Bans Three Spray Adhesives-- Asks Manufacturers Of Others To Halt Production WASHINGTON, D.C. --The Consumer Product Safety Commission Monday, acting under the Hazardous Substances Act, declared that three aerosol spray adhesives manufactured by 3-M Company and Borden Company constitute an imminent hazard and, therefore, banned the products. The Commission--while praising the voluntary action by both Borden and 3-M in immediately halting production and distribution of their spray adhesives--said it was taking the step to stop retail sales of such products to consumers. On Friday, the Commission had urged consumers to discontinue use of spray adhesives which have been possibly linked to chromosome breakage and resulting multiple birth defects. "We have sufficient evidence to officially declare `Foil Art Spray Adhesive,' 'Scotch Brand Spra-Ment' and 'Krylon Spray Adhesive' banned hazardous products," CPSC Chairman Richard 0. Simpson said. "But we are asking manufacturers of all other aerosol spray adhesives to voluntarily discontinue production and distribution of their goods. And we expect that retailers will act immediately to halt sales of all such products," he said. The Commission's action was based on findings by a University of Oklahoma scientist which strongly suggest a causal relationship between exposure to spray adhesives and presence of chromosome breaks and resulting severe birth defects. Under the Hazardous Substances Act, retailers face criminal penalties of up to one year in jail and/or $3,000 in fines for continued sales of the 3-M and Borden brand aerosol spray glues. "We have instructed CPSC field investigators to begin an immediate spot-check of retail establishments to assure that those spray adhesives are off the shelves," Chairman Simpson said. "In addition, we are designing a comprehensive effort to determine the full extent and implications of the problem. But the complex nature of the situation will prevent an immediate determination of the exact relationship between the spray adhesives and the possible chromosome breakage and resulting multiple birth defects," he said. Simpson said that the Commission will continue to release information as it becomes available.
Tappan Built-In Ovens Warning NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 8, 1973 Release # 73-003 Consumer Product Safety Commission Says Some Tappan Built-In Ovens May Pose Hazard To Consumers WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 8) - The Consumer Product Safety Commission Friday said it has learned from the Tappan Company of a defect in certain Tappan Company built-in gas ovens manufactured for installation primarily in mobile homes and other newly constructed homes. The Commission said the defect --a possible loose fitting connection-- could result in a hazard to consumers from gas leakage. The ovens in question were manufactured between January 23, 1973, and May 31, 1973, by the F.H. Lawson Company, Springfield, Tennessee, for the Tappan Company. While the majority of the ovens carry the "Tappan" name, some were produced for Montgomery Ward and carry the brand-name "Signature." According to Tappan, the problem occurred in some 15,185 ovens, of which 11,974 have been shipped from the place of manufacture. The ovens carry model numbers AZ12-1239; AZ12-1249; AZ12-1441; AKTM-3850; and AKTM-3893. Some 8,172 of the ovens-- model number AZ12-1239-- are used exclusively in mobile homes. The Montgomery Ward ovens--"Signature"--carry the "AKTM" model number prefix. CPSC Chairman Richard 0. Simpson said the Commission is asking wholesalers, distributors, and retailers who may have the affected ovens in stock or installed in mobile homes or newly constructed homes immediately to contact the Tappan Company. In addition, Simpson said consumers who may have purchased a Tappan or "Signature" built-in oven with one of the model numbers in question should contact their local gas company or the nearest Tappan dealer regarding possible gas leakage between the shut-off valve and the pressure regulator. The Commission was told by Tappan that consumers can locate the model number on the oven by opening the top oven door and looking at the metal strip at the top of the oven which carries the model number on it. CPSC investigators have been sent to the Tappan headquarters, Mansfield, Ohio, and to the F.H. Lawson Company to determine whether the remedial action proposed by Tappan is appropriate and to determine the degree of potential hazard to consumers.