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All product recalls affecting Iowa.
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NOVEMBER 16, 1992 Release # 93-018 PRODUCT: Three toy telephones distributed by Handi-Craft Co. : - Thin Line Play Phone," Model 985, sold from August 1991 through April 1992; - "Talking Touch Tinkle Phone," Model 3235, sold from January 1992 through April 1992; and - "911 Emergency Phone Center," Model 3675, sold from June 1991 through April 1992. PROBLEM: Small components separated from the toys during CPSC testing, presenting a potential aspiration and choking hazard for young children. WHAT TO DO: Return the toy to place of purchase (for a replacement with a Handi-Craft toy telephone of equal value). For more information about this recall, consumers may call Handi-Craft (collect) at (314) 773-2979; consumers should ask for Norm Stewart. WASHINGTON, DC -- CPSC, Handi-Craft Company of St. Louis, MO, is voluntarily recalling a limited number of "Thin Line Play Phones," "Talking Touch Tinkle Phones," and "911 Emergency Phone Centers" because small components separated from the toys during CPSC testing, presenting a potential aspiration and choking hazard for young children. The Thin Line Play Phones Model 985, which are subject to this recall, were sold from August 1991 through April 1992. These 51,000 phones were sold in retail stores nationwide for $5.00 to $10.00 each. The Thin Line Play Phone has 12 push buttons in the receiver. When the buttons are pushed, a bell rings. The phone comes in three colors: red, yellow and green, and measures 2-1/2 inches wide, eight inches long and two inches high. The phone also has a safety breakaway cord that comes apart when pulled. The label on the package reads, in part: "Thin Line Phone, Handi-Craft Company, St. Louis, MO 63116 ... MADE IN THE U.S.A." Some plastic posts used to secure the cardboard bottom to the base of the phone came off during CPSC testing. These components present a potential aspiration hazard to young children. Thin Line Play Phones Model 985A, sold after April 1992, have not been recalled and present no such potential hazard. The Talking Touch Tinkle Phones, Model 3235, which are subject to this recall, were sold from January 1992 through April 1992. These 36,865 phones were sold in retail stores nationwide for $5.00 to $10.00 each. The Talking Touch Tinkle Phone is a talking battery-operated phone that measures eight inches long, 3-1/2 inches wide, and three inches high. The features of the phone include: 10 push buttons on the face of the phone that ring a bell when pushed, a safety breakaway cord that comes apart when pulled, and a receiver button that causes one of 10 different recorded messages to play when pushed. The label on the package reads in part: "Touch Tinkle Talking Play Phone, 10 Recorded Messages . . . MADE IN THE U.S.A." Some plastic posts used to secure the plastic bottom to the base of the phone, as well as the push buttons came off during CPSC testing. These components present a potential aspiration and choking hazard to young children. Talking Touch Tinkle Phones Model 3235A, sold after April 1992, have not been recalled and present no such potential hazard. The 911 Emergency Phone Centers, Model 3675, which are subject to this recall, were sold from June 1991 through April 1992. These 3,600 phones were sold in retail stores nationwide for $10.00 to $15.00 each. This is a battery-operated talking phone emergency center with three vehicles, an ambulance, fire truck, and police car. On three sides of the center are push button release doors that are labeled with the names of each stored vehicle. The center measures 8-3/4 inches long, 6-1/4 inches high, and five inches wide. The center consists of a red roof, 12 push buttons and a yellow phone receiver with a safety breakaway cord that comes apart when pulled. When any of the buttons are pushed, one of 10 different recorded messages play. The label on each package reads in part: "911 Emergency Phone Center, Handi-Craft Company, St. Louis, MO . . . 10 recorded messages. 3 emergency vehicles included." Some hinge pins and latches used to secure and close the vehicle doors came off during CPSC testing. These components present a potential aspiration and choking hazard to young children. The 911 Emergency Phone Centers Model 3675A, sold after April 1992, have not been recalled and present no such potential hazard. Consumers are urged to take these recalled toys away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a replacement with a Handi-Craft toy telephone of equal value. For more information about this recall, consumers may call Handi-Craft collect at (314) 773-2979 and ask for Norm Stewart. Neither CPSC nor Handi-Craft is aware of any injuries involving these toys. The potentially hazardous toys were identified by CPSC during an inspection of the firm. CPSC is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
NOVEMBER 9, 1992 Release # 93-015 PRODUCT: Approximately 17,000 Tecnoma and Berthoud brand one-, two-, and three-gallon capacity, pump-type, polypropylene sprayers. The sprayers included are Berthoud models F100, F200, F300, F300 PLUS (yellow tanks) and Tecnoma Model T100 (blue tank) used for gardening, and Tecnoma T200 Series specialty sprayers designed for applying stains or sealants. Only T200 series sprayers with orange tanks are affected. PROBLEM: Products sold from January 1992 to October 1992 may rupture or burst without warning resulting in possibly serious injury. WHAT TO DO: Discontinue use immediately and return empty sprayers to Exel NJ, Inc., 205 Commerce Place, Randleman, NC 27317 for free repair and return of the sprayers. Consumers may call Exel NJ Inc. toll-free at 1-800-677-0917 for additional information. WASHINGTON, D.C. -- CPSC, Exel NJ, Inc. of Montclair, NJ is voluntarily recalling certain models of one-, two-, and three- gallon nominal capacity, pump-type, polypropylene garden sprayers and sprayers designed for applying stains or sealants to wooden decks or concrete. The sprayers included in the recall are Berthoud models F100, F200, F300, F300 PLUS and Tecnoma Model T100, and the T200 series. No other models are included in this recall. These sprayers may rupture or burst without warning, resulting in possibly serious injury. Exel NJ, Inc. has reported seven incidents of product failure to CPSC. Failure of the sprayers could result in injury from flying debris or exposure to potentially dangerous chemicals. The one-, two-, and three-gallon capacity, pump-type, polypropylene sprayers included in this recall, were sold nationwide from late January 1992 to October 1992 in major retail and specialty stores. Berthoud sprayers are yellow with the Berthoud name and red logo on the side of the tank. Tecnoma T100 sprayers are blue and have the Tecnoma name printed on the tank. The Tecnoma T200 series sprayers, designed to apply stains and sealants, are orange. Approximately 17,000 products are believed to be in use by consumers. Berthoud ModelsF100, F200, F300and F300 PLUS(Yellow Tanks) Tecnoma T100 Models(Blue Tanks) Tecnoma T200 Series (Orange Tanks) The firm urges consumers to stop using the affected products immediately and to return the empty sprayers to Exel NJ, Inc., 205 Commerce Place, Randleman, NC 27317. Exel NJ, Inc. will reimburse consumers for shipping charges and will repair and return affected products free of charge. For further information, consumers may call Exel NJ, Inc. toll-free at 1-800-677-0917 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Eastern time). The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as a part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks associated with consumer products
NOVEMBER 6, 1992 Release # 93-013 PRODUCT: Approximately 165,400 "2 ULTRA KIP Pacifiers Infant Size," model 1201 sold nationwide from January 1990 to September 1992 for approximately $2.99 each. PROBLEM: The pacifiers may break during use producing small parts that could be a fatal choking hazard to young children. WHAT TO DO: Consumers are urged to take the pacifiers away from infants and young children immediately and return the pacifiers to the place of purchase for a full refund. WASHINGTON, DC -- CPSC, Kiddie Products, Inc. of Avon, MA is voluntarily recalling approximately 165,400 "2 ULTRA KIP Pacifiers Infant Size," model number 1201. The pacifiers may break during use, producing small parts that could be a fatal choking hazard to young children. The pacifiers have a white plastic shield with a green or blue plug on the back and a latex nipple in the front. Engraved on the white shield is the statement "(C)'90 the first years." A yellow duck or a white and purple dog are printed on the plug. The package reads in part: "Ultra KIP Pacifiers, The First Years, non-toxic, Made in Germany." The pacifiers were sold nationwide from January 1990 to September 1992 for approximately $2.99 each. Neither the CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving this product. However, CPSC received one consumer complaint when the nipple detached from a pacifier being used by a three-month-old child. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The potentially hazardous pacifiers were reported to CPSC by Kiddie Products, Inc. Consumers are urged to take the pacifiers away from infants and young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. Consumers with questions about this recall may contact Kiddie Products toll-free at 1-800-533-6708. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
NOVEMBER 5, 1992 Release # 93-014 PRODUCT: Approximately 71,000 Weider Sporting Goods, Inc. E-130 Series Exercise Benches. Models affected in the repair program are: E130, E131, E131B, E133, E134, and E137. PROBLEM: Weider Sporting Goods, Inc. has received at least 38 reports of minor bruises, cuts, serious lacerations, and partially amputated fingers to consumers using the affected exercise benches. A hazard is created when the user grabs the end support bar and places a finger in the open space between the end bar and leg extension bar. As the user begins exercising and raises the leg extension bar, the space is greatly reduced, causing finger entrapment and injury. WHAT TO DO: Stop using the exercise benches immediately until you receive a replacement cap attachment. A free replacement cap attachment is available directly from the place of purchase or by calling 1-800-685-5480. Consumers may also write to: Weider Sporting Goods, Inc., P.O. Box 68, Olney, IL 62450 to request the replacement cap attachment. WASHINGTON, DC -- CPSC, Weider Sporting Goods, Inc., of Woodland Hills, CA, announces that a voluntary repair program for certain E-130 Series Exercise Benches has been implemented. The moving part of the leg extension bar has entrapped consumers' fingers, resulting in serious lacerations and partially amputated fingers. Weider Sporting Goods, Inc. has received at least 38 reports of minor bruises, cuts, serious lacerations, and partially amputated fingers to consumers using the affected exercise benches. While performing the leg extention exercise, a consumer may remove his or her hands from the sides of the bench and grab the top of the leg extension bar. If the user's finger is placed in the open space between the end bar and leg extension bar, it can be trapped when the leg extension bar is raised. This repair program, which was initiated in March 1992, only applies to certain E-130 series benches with right angle leg extensions. Affected model numbers are: E130, E131, E131B, E133, E134 and E137. The benches were distributed from April 1991 through December 1991. Approximately 71,000 units were distributed to retail stores throughout the United States. The exercise benches were sold to consumers for approximately $80 each. To avoid injury, Weider Sporting Goods, Inc. is offering a free replacement cap attachment. Consumers should ensure that the cap is securely snapped into place and is not removed. The cap can be obtained by contacting Weider Customer Service toll- free at 1-800-685-5480. Consumers may also write to: Customer Service, Weider Sporting Goods, Inc., P.O. Box 68, Olney, IL 62450. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this repair program as a part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
November 2, 1992 Release # 93-009 PRODUCT: DeLonghi 16-inch oscillating fans, models BR-16 and BPED-16 manufactured before February 1991. PROBLEM: Some of the fans have blades that may fracture while in use, possibly striking someone nearby. WHAT TO DO: Owners of affected fans will receive free modification kits with replacement fan clips and blades. To receive these kits or for more information, call 1-800-322-3848. Discontinue use until modifications have been made. WASHINGTON, DC -- DeLonghi America, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced the voluntary modification of its 16-inch oscillating fans, models BR-16 and BPED-16, distributed by DeLonghi America before February 1991. The 16-inch fans have blades that may fracture while in use, possibly striking someone nearby. In addition, the grill- retaining clips sold with the fans may not hold the fan grills together. While DeLonghi has not received any reports of fractured blades, there have been 47 instances involving fan blade parts escaping from the grills of these fans sold by another distributor. The suggested retail prices of these fans were $40.00 and $60.00. Only brass and platinum-plated 16-inch fans, model numbers BR-16 and BPED-16, are involved in this product modification. No fans made after January 1991 are involved. DeLonghi distributed 3,360 fans nationwide from 1990 to 1991. To determine the model number and the date of manufacture, check the stamped date-of-manufacture code on the product label on the bottom of the fan base. The first two digits of the code represent the month. The next two digits represent the year. Owners of affected fans should call DeLonghi toll-free on 1-800-322-3848 to receive free modification kits. The kits consist of replacement fan clips and blades with installation instructions. Owners should not use the fans until the fans have been modified. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this modification program as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
October 30, 1992 Release # 93-011 PRODUCT: "Sundown Brand Pumpkin Scented Lamps", model numbers 934 and 935 and "Jack-O-Lantern Votive Lite", model number 940 by Wisconsin Pharmacal Company. PROBLEM: The lamps are not equipped with child-resistant closures, and the required warning labels are either inconspicuous or absent. The lamps contain liquid combustible petroleum distillates which could cause serious illness or death if ingested by a child. WHAT TO DO: Consumers should immediately return these products to the place of purchase for a refund. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Wisconsin Pharmacal Company, Inc. of Jackson, WI is voluntarily recalling its model numbers 934 and 935 "Sundown Brand Pumpkin Scented Lamps" and model number 940 "Jack-O-Lantern Votive Light." The Halloween items are not equipped with child-resistant closures and the required warning labels are inconspicuous or absent. These products are all fuel burning lamps, intended for use as stand alone decorative lamps or as lamps to be placed inside carved pumpkins, contain liquid combustible petroleum distillates which can cause serious illness or death if ingested by a child. The model number 934 lamp is orange with black markings circling the orange container. An orange-colored chimney with black stars and jack-o-lantern around the circumference fits on the top of the container and is approximately the same diameter and height as the lamp. The model number 935 lamp is also orange in color and comes with a solid orange-colored and ribbed chimney. The lamp is decorated with black figures of bats, stars and carved pumpkins. Both lamps hold approximately 12 fluid ounces of petroleum distillate fuel. The model number 940 votive light is a solid orange color hard plastic container with no design on the container. Each votive light contains two fluid ounces of liquid petroleum distillate fuel. These lites are intended to be burned inside carved pumpkin jack-o-lanterns. None of the caps on these three styles of lamps is child- resistant as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. A warning label to alert consumers of the ingestion hazard and combustibility of the lamp fuel is required under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act. The CPSC enforces the requirement that any prepackaged, low viscosity, liquid kindling fuels or illumination preparations, such as fuel for decorative or functional lanterns which contain 10 percent or more by weight of petroleum distillates, must be supplied with child-resistant packaging. CPSC became aware of this packaging problem as a result of its ongoing hazardous substances and poison prevention packaging inspection programs. Consumers should immediately return these products to the store where purchased for a refund of the purchase price. Approximately 55,000 of these three models of lamps were sold to retail, discount and chain stores nationwide in 1991 and 1992. The lamps are labeled with either "Janelle Products, Inc." or "Wisconsin Pharmacal Company, Inc." on the bottom of the container or on attached labels. Most of the lamps and votive lights have hazardous substance warning labels on the side of the container, but some warning labels may not be visible due to lack of contrasting coloring or may be missing altogether. Wisconsin Parmacal Company, Inc. initiated the recall of these lamps because of the potential hazard to children from drinking the liquid in the lamps dueto the lack of child- resistant packaging. Neither the recalling firm nor the Commission is aware of any ingestion or poisoning incidents due to the Sundown brand liquid candles. The Commission is aware of several ingestions and at least one death since 1990 from similar products
October 27, 1992 Release # 93-008 PRODUCT: Cable connectors of Toro and Lunalite brand outdoor lighting system 12-volt power packs. Affected Toro replacement power packs are 118-48, 118-DT, 118-IR, 160-IR, 52945, 52998, 52999, 52925, and 52927. Certain Lunalite original power packs rated at 108 or 118 watts distributed in 1986 and 1987 are affected. PROBLEM: Corrosion of the cable connectors could cause overheating and melting of the wire insulation, possibly resulting in a short-circuit and fire. WHAT TO DO: Toro is offering owners of affected products a repair kit. For more information, call 1-800-321-8676. WASHINGTON, DC -- CPSC, the Toro Company of Bloomington, MN today announced a repair program for the cable connectors of approximately 25,000 Toro and Lunalite brand outdoor lighting system 12-volt power packs. Toro found that corrosion of these cable connectors could cause overheating and melting of the wire insulation, possibly resulting in a short circuit and a fire if combustible materials were nearby. Toro informed CPSC of 26 overheating or fire incidents that were reported to the company by April 1992. None of these reported incidents resulted in injury. The repair program includes the following nine Toro replacement power pack models distributed since January 1988: 118-48, 118-DT, 118-IR, 160-IR, 52945, 52998, 52999, 52925, and 52927. Toro original equipment is not affected. Also involved are certain Lunalite original power packs rated at 108 or 118 watts distributed in 1986 and 1987. These Lunalite power packs have a wiring connector located between the power pack and the first light. The Toro and Lunalite brand power packs were sold nationwide by a variety of retailers and Toro for $35 to $45. Each power pack is designed to be installed on the outside wall of a house or garage near an electrical receptacle. The cable and one or more cable connectors for the outdoor lights are located below the power pack and on the ground. Owners can identify potentially defective cable connectors by checking the back of the Toro replacement power pack for one of the above listed model numbers, or for the Lunalite brand name on the front of the original power pack with the 108 or 118 watt rating on the back and a wiring connector between the power pack and the first light. Consumers with affected units should call Toro at 1-800-321-8676. Toro will send owners installation instructions and a repair kit. For questions about installation, owners may call Toro at 1-612-887-7399. Owners should disregard this notice if they have already replaced their cable connectors with a Toro repair kit. CPSC is announcing this repair program as part of its mission to protect the public from the unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
October 19, 1992 Release # 93-004 PRODUCT: Family Dollar Stores sold the Walk 'N' Roll Baby Walker under model #882003-1 and item #28.96.84. Venture Stores sold the same baby walker under model #882003-1 and style #11484. This baby walker has a label sewn in the seat which reads "Baby World Industries, Inc." PROBLEM: The brackets holding the baby walker in position may break causing the walker to collapse. A child in the walker could sustain an injury. WHAT TO DO: Consumers should immediately discontinue use of this baby walker and return it to the Family Dollar or Venture Store where purchased for a full refund. Consumers with questions may call Family Dollar at (704) 847-6961 or Venture Stores at (314) 281-7033. WASHINGTON, DC -- CPSC, Family Dollar Stores, Inc., Matthews, NC and Venture Stores, O'Fallon, MO are voluntarily recalling approximately 14,000 Walk 'N' Roll baby walkers, model number 882003-1. The baby walkers have labels sewn in the seats that read "Baby World Industries, Inc.," the manufacturer of the product. The brackets that hold the baby walker in position may break, causing the walker to collapse. CPSC is aware of two incidents where the walker collapsed when the child was inside. No injuries were reported. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. Family Dollar sold approximately 12,000 baby walkers during 1989 in approximately 1,600 Family Dollar retail stores operating at the time in 27 states. The baby walkers retailed for $13.00 each. Venture Stores sold approximately 2,000 baby walkers during 1988 in its 80 Venture retail stores in Midwestern states. The baby walkers retailed from $10.00 to $20.00 each. Consumers are urged to return Walk 'N' Roll baby walker to the Family Dollar or Venture Store where purchased for a full refund. Consumers with questions about this recall may contact Family Dollar Stores at (704) 847-6961 or Venture Stores at (314) 281-7033. CPSC is announcing this recall as a part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
October 15, 1992 Release # 93-003 PRODUCT: Dial Manufacturing, Incorporated's model D5500 all blue evaporative water cooler pumps sold in 1990 and 1991 with "1990 Taiwan" inscribed on bottom. PROBLEM: Some of the pumps may have misaligned motor bearings that cause the pumps to fail and under certain conditions, catch fire. WHAT TO DO: Call 1-800-350-3425 and ask for the returned goods department or write to Dial Manufacturing, Inc., 2252 Grand Av., Phoenix, Arizona 85009 for a free replacement. WASHINGTON, DC -- Dial Manufacturing, Inc. of Phoenix, AZ, CPSC, has voluntarily initiated a replacement program for 150,000 Model D5500 evaporative water cooler pumps sold in 1990 and 1991. Some of the pumps may have misaligned motor bearings that could cause the pumps to fail and, under certain conditions, catch fire. A total of 119 pump fires have been reported to Dial since 1990. Ninety-eight of the fires reported occurred in the El Paso, Texas area. Most of the fires resulted in property damage to the cooler cabinets and/or home roofs. No injuries were reported. Evaporative coolers, commonly known as swamp coolers, are designed to blow moist cool air through ducts into a residence. They are generally found in the drier climates of the western and southwestern United States. The box shaped evaporative cooler cabinets are constructed of plastic or metal and are often installed on top of house roofs. A water cooler pump such as the Dial D5500 model is located inside the cooler cabinet. The pump functions to draw supplied water from the reservoir at the bottom of the cabinet to the distribution system at the top. Water then saturates the cooling pads located vertically inside the vented cabinet. Outside air is cooled and humidified as it is pulled through the pads by the cabinet blower. The blower then forces the moist cool air into the house. Because of the corrosive nature of the cooler environment, economy pumps such as the D5500 reportedly last only one season. However, some of these pumps are still in service. The 1990 Dial D5500 cooler pump has a blue plastic housing and has "1990 Taiwan" inscribed on the base plate. Consumers who identify this blue cooler pump should stop using their evaporative coolers until the pump is replaced. Dial will replace any 1990 blue D5500 cooler pump free of charge with a new 1991 red and white D5500 pump or a 1992 red and white D5000 pump. Consumers should call Dial toll free at 1-800-350-3425 and ask for the returned goods department or write to Dial at 2252 Grand Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85009. CPSC is announcing this replacement program as part of its mission to protect the public from the unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
Salon Power And Pazazz Hairdryers Recalled by Clairol NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: October 5, 1992 (301) 504-7908 Release # 93-001 Notice To All Owners Of Salon Power And Pazazz Hairdryers Purchased After January 1, 1992 PRODUCT: Clairol Appliances is voluntarily recalling certain Salon Power and Pazazz brand hairdryers purchased after January 1, 1992 that have a large circuit breaker plug with a rectangular black test button on the front and the serial number HGW0351 on the back. Up to 130,000 hairdryers with these plugs were purchased by consumers. Dryers purchased before January 1, 1992 are not affected. PROBLEM: The prongs of the plug may break off and remain in the electrical outlet. Touching the prongs could result in serious shock injury or electrocution. There have been no reports of injury. WHAT TO DO: Consumers should return the recalled hairdryers, with the form below to: Dryer Plug Exchange 80 Southfield Avenue Stamford, CT 06902 If the plug on one of the hairdryers breaks, leaving the prongs in the socket, consumers should not touch the prongs and call 1-800-843-3876 for instructions. Consumers may also call this number for questions about the recall.
September 30, 1992 Release # 92-139 Aluminum Two-Step Ladder Recalled By Super Young Industrial Co., Ltd. PRODUCT: Super Young Industrial Co., Ltd. two-step aluminum ladder distributed by retailers before December 1989. The affected ladders can be identified by an "SYC" mark on their hinges and by vertical grid lines running across the ladders' steps. PROBLEM: CPSC has reports of the ladder's first step collapsing or tearing from its frame. Such incidents have allegedly resulted in lacerations, broken bones, muscle strains and back injuries. WHAT TO DO: Call 1-800-288-9315 for information on how to ship the ladder back to Super Young with prepaid shipping. Owners of affected ladders who ship back the ladders will receive a refund of the shipping cost and up to one-half of the purchase price, or $5.00 if owners have no proof of purchase. WASHINGTON, DC -- Super Young Industrial Co., Ltd. of Taiwan, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), today announced the recall of its aluminum two-step ladder distributed by retailers in the United States prior to November 1989. This recall program is being undertaken after reports that the aluminum ladder's first step collapses or tears from its frame. The CPSC has information that falls from such ladders allegedly caused lacerations, broken bones, muscle strains and back injuries.Approximately one million of these ladders were imported into the United States from 1985 to 1989 and sold to stores such as Ace Hardware, Channel and Builders Emporium. In December 1989, Super Young began marketing a safer model ladder made of steel. Only Super Young aluminum ladders are involved in this recall. The aluminum ladder can be identified by an "SYC" mark located on the hinge of the ladder and by vertical grid lines that run across both steps of the ladder. CPSC urges consumers not to use this ladder. Consumers should mail their aluminum ladders (shipping costs will be refunded) to: Super Young, c/o Collins International Co., Ltd., 16-00 Route 208, Fair Lawn, New Jersey 07410. No proof of purchase is necessary. If a consumer has the original or a copy of the purchase receipt or other proof of the price paid, however, that should also be included. When the recalled ladder is received by Super Young, it will refund the postage and $5.00, representing one-half the average purchase price, or one-half the actual price paid (if more than $10.00) as shown by the purchase receipt. Consumers may call 1-800-288-9315 with any questions about this recall. Before returning the aluminum ladders, owners should be certain that they are the aluminum ladders involved in this recall. Super Young will not issue a refund unless the aluminum ladder has the "SYC" mark and the vertical grid lines across the steps.While Super Young does not believe any safety hazard exists from these ladders, the recall is being conducted to meet the concerns expressed by the CPSC. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
September 24 , 1992 Release # 92-141 PRODUCT: Toys R Us "Magic Feeding Bottles," model number 330221. The toy bottles come in a set of two, with one containing "milk" and the other containing "orange juice." When the bottle is held upside down, simulating feeding, the contents disappear. PROBLEM: The toy bottles may break during use, producing small parts that could be an aspiration hazard to young children. WHAT TO DO: Consumers are urged to take the "Magic Feeding Bottles" away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund of the purchase price. For more information, call Toys R Us at 1- 800-548-0364. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Toys R Us of Paramus, NJ is voluntarily recalling approximately 120,000 sets of the toy "Magic Feeding Bottles," model number 330221. The toy bottles may break during use producing small parts that could be an aspiration hazard to young children. The Magic Feeding Bottles come in a set of two, with one bottle containing "milk" and the other bottle containing "orange juice." When the bottles are held upside down, simulating feeding, the contents disappear. The bottles were sold nationwide from January 1991 to December 1991, for approximately $1.99 per set. The package reads in part: "Magic Feeding Bottles with Safe Disappearing Fluid, Not to be Consumed, 5436B/2, SKN 330221, Made in Hong Kong." Neither CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving this product. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The potentially hazardous toys were identified during routine retail surveillance conducted by CPSC. Consumers are urged to take the Magic Feeding Bottles away from young children immediately and return them to Toys R Us for a refund of the purchase price. Consumers with questions about this recall may contact Toys R Us toll-free at 1-800-548-0364. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
September 23, 1992 Release # 92-140 PRODUCT: Benjamin-Sheridan Corporation's CO2 and pneumatic airguns. The airguns were sold from February 7, 1991 to August 10, 1992 through hunting and sporting goods catalogs and specialty stores. PROBLEM: The airguns can cause serious injury or death because they can accidently discharge when the engaged safety is disengaged. WHAT TO DO: Stop using the airguns immediately. Call 800-724-7486 for instructions on how to have the airguns repaired free of charge. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Benjamin-Sheridan Corporation, Racine, WI is voluntarily recalling several models of its CO2 and pneumatic airguns. The airguns can cause serious injury or death, due to accidental discharge as the safety is disengaged. Benjamin-Sheridan Corp. has received no reports of injury. However, one reported incident of accidental discharge occurred as the safety was disengaged. The CO2 and pneumatic airguns were sold nationwide from February 7, 1991 to August 10, 1992 through hunting and sporting goods catalogs and specialty stores. Approximately 65,000 airguns are believed to be in the possession of dealers and consumers. The model and serial number of every airgun is on the left side of the action. Consumers should stop using the airguns and call Crossman, which bought out Benjamin-Sheridan, toll-free at 800-724-7486 for recall, repair and shipping instructions. Consumers should be prepared to give the operator the model and serial number of their airgun. Crossman will pay UPS charges for shipping affected airguns and will repair the airguns free of charge. Benjamin-Sheridan discovered the potential problem after a consumer complaint of an unexpected discharge of one model airgun. Subsequent testing by the firm's engineers in early August revealed additional models with similar problems. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as a part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. EDITOR'S NOTE: If the following numbers appear on the packaging: S397, S397W, 397, 397W, 397G, S397G, GS397W, 392, S392W, S392, 392W, 392G, S392G, GS392W, G392W, C9, CB9, CW9, CBW9, F9, FB9, FW9, FBW9, KP2, KP3 or, if the following numbers appear on the airgun: 397P, 397G, 392P, 392G, C9 SERIES, F9 SERIES, K SERIES then your airgun is an affected model and should be returned to Crossman
September 9, 1992 Release # 92-134 PRODUCT: Santa Fe Trading, Inc.'s 12-inch and 16-inch BMX sidewalk bicycles. PROBLEM: Both bicycles are equipped with only handbrakes; the 16-inch bicycle is also free-wheeling, which means the wheels operate independently of the pedal motion. Under Federal requirements, sidewalk bicycles may not be free-wheeling and may not have handbrakes only. WHAT TO DO: Consumers with these bicycles should contact the retail store where the bike was purchased and arrange for repairs which will bring the bikes into compliance. In lieu of repairs, consumers may also request a refund of the purchase price. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Santa Fe Trading, Inc., Houston, TX is voluntarily recalling its 12- and 16- inch BMX sidewalk bicycles. Both bicycles are equipped only with hand-brakes and the 16-inch bicycle is also free-wheeling which means the wheels operate independently of the pedal motion. Under Federal requirements, sidewalk bicycles (bicycles with a seat height less than 25 inches in the highest adjustable position) may not be free-wheeling and may not have handbrakes only. Sidewalk bicycles that fail to meet these requirements present a significant risk of injury to a young child who might not be able to stop the bicycle with a handbrake. The sidewalk bicycles being recalled are: Name of the Product: 12-inch Sidewalk Bicycle Brand Name/Model #: BMX/901 Country of Origin: Taiwan Number of Units Sold: 146 Dates of Sale: May 27, 1992 - June 10, 1992 Distribution: Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana How Discovered: CPSC/Customs Surveillance Program at the Port of Houston Retail Price: Approximately $40.00 Name of the Product: 16-inch Sidewalk Bicycle Brand Name: BMX [no model number] Country of Origin: China Number of Units Sold: 172 Dates of Sale: April - June 1992 Distribution: Texas, Oklahoma How Discovered: Follow-Up CPSC Inspection Retail Price: Approximately $60.00 Consumers who have these bicycles should contact the retail store where the bicycle was purchased to arrange for repairs which will bring these bicycles into compliance. The handbrakes will also be removed from the 12-inch bicycle. The 16-inch bicycle will be retrofitted with a new seat post to raise the seat so that the bicycle will no longer be a "sidewalk" bicycle capable of being ridden by small children unable to use handbrakes. In lieu of these repairs, consumers may also request a refund of the purchase price. Neither CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving these bicycles. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. Santa Fe Trading, Inc., is out of business, and therefore cannot be contacted about this recall. Consumers can only deal with the retail store where they bought the product.CPSC is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
September 9, 1992 Release # 92-135 Target Stores Recalls "My First Buddys Pop Pop Cars" Due To Potential Choking And Aspiration Hazards PRODUCT: "My First Buddys Pop Pop Cars," model number 4562. The push-along car has eyes as headlights and moving balls under hood of the car. PROBLEM: The small plastic balls under the hood may fall out, presenting potential choking and aspiration hazards to young children. WHAT TO DO: Consumers should discontinue use immediately and return the toys to the store where purchased for a full refund. Consumers may contact Target Stores at (612) 370-6000. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Target Stores of Minneapolis, MN, is voluntarily recalling 23,500 "My First Buddys Pop Pop Cars," model number 4562. When CPSC tested the cars, the small plastic balls underneath the hood fell out, presenting potential choking and aspiration hazards to young children. Neither CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving this product. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The potentially hazardous toy was identified through a complaint received by CPSC from another company. The push-along car is eight inches long, four inches wide and 4-1/4 inches high with a white easy-grip handle. As the toy rolls, the headlights, which are eyes, move up and down; small colored balls, which are in the hood of the car under a clear cover, pop up; and a clicking noise comes from the rear wheels. The car is red, blue, and white with the words "My First Buddys Pop Pop Car" written on the sides and the word "Turbo" on the top of the windshield. The toy's package has a label that reads in part: "My First Buddys Pop Pop Car * * * MADE TO BUDDY L SPECIFICATIONS IN CHINA." The My First Buddys Pop Pop Car, imported by Target Stores, was sold at retail stores nationwide from January 1991 to June 1992. The cars sold for $7.99 each. Consumers are urged to take the cars away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. For more information about this recall, consumers may contact Target Stores at (612) 370-6000. CPSC is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
September 8, 1992 Release # 92-136 The Dollywood Company Recalls Plastic Rattle and Flute Toy Due To Choking Hazard PRODUCT: The Dollywood Company "Plastic Rattle and Flute" toy model number 42979. The toy was sold at retail stores in The Dollywood Company amusement complex at Pigeon Forge, TN. PROBLEM: The mouthpiece on the flute part of the toy and the black balls on the drum part of the toy may come off, presenting a potential choking hazard for young children. WHAT TO DO: Consumers should immediately discontinue use and mail the toy back to The Dollywood Company for a full refund, including postage. The mailing address is: The Dollywood Company, 1040 Dollywood Lane, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863. For more information, consumers may call The Dollywood Company at (615)428-9445. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The Dollywood Company of Pigeon Forge, TN is voluntarily recalling 4,770 "Plastic Rattle and Flute" toys model number 42979. When CPSC tested the product, the mouthpiece of the flute and a black ball attached to the drum of the rattle/flute toy came off presenting a potential choking hazard for young children. The product consists of a whistle at one end and a hand-drum at the other end. The complete toy measures 7-1/2 inches long. The whistle portion resembles a flute; a small puff of air at or near the mouthpiece of the flute causes a whistle sound. When the gray wand inserted through the clear plastic chamber of the flute is pulled up or pushed down, different sounds are made. The drum was sold in different colors with two black balls 1/2-inch in diameter each hanging on the end of a string secured to the side of the drum. When the rattle/flute toy is twisted back and forth or shaken, the balls hit the sides of the drum and make a noise. The word "Dollywood" is written on a white sticker in the middle of the drum; embossed on the drum are the letters "R.O.C." The rattle/flute toy, imported by The Dollywood Company from China, was sold from April 1991 through June 1992 at retail stores in The Dollywood Company amusement complex in Pigeon Forge, TN. The rattle/flute toys sold for $2.49 each. Consumers are urged to take the rattle/flute toys away from young children immediately and mail to: The Dollywood Company, 1040 Dollywood Lane, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863. Consumers will receive a full refund, including reimbursement for postage. For more information about this recall, consumers may contact The Dollywood Company at (615) 428-9445. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. Neither CPSC nor Dollywood is aware of any injuries involving this product. The potentially hazardous rattle/toy was identified at the Port of Knoxville, TN during a joint CPSC/U.S. Customs surveillance program. CPSC is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
September 4, 1992 Release # 92-130 BRK Recalls Some Wired-In Smoke Detectors Because Of Potential Alarm Failure PRODUCT: Approximately 3.5 million BRK Electronics wired-in (AC-powered) smoke detectors, manufactured between October 1987 and March 1990. The defective smoke detectors have been marketed under the brand names BRK, First Alert and Family Gard. PROBLEM: The horns on the detectors may fail due to corrosion on the horns' electrical contacts. WHAT TO DO: Consumers should call 1-800-323-9005 to obtain replacement wired-in smoke detectors free of charge. WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), BRK Electronics of Aurora, IL, is voluntarily recalling certain models of wired-in (AC-powered) smoke detectors marketed under the BRK, First Alert, and Family Gard brand names because the horns may fail to sound during a fire. Approximately 3.5 million of these smoke detectors were manufactured between October 1987 and March 1990. None of the company's battery-operated detectors are involved in this action. BRK determined in its own testing programs that the horns on these detectors might fail due to corrosion on the horns' electrical contacts. These detectors were wired into the electrical circuits of new homes, apartments, and hotels between November 1987 and March 1990. Although BRK has received no reports of incidents or injuries associated with horn failure, the company is recalling the smoke detectors to prevent the possibility that a smoke detector horn might fail in a fire. Consumers can identify the detectors from the attached line drawings and the owners manuals. BRK is recalling the following brand names and model numbers of wired-in smoke detectors: BRK Models 1839I, 1839WI-M, 1839WI-12, 1839I12R, 2839I, 2839WI, 2839TH First Alert SA1839WI Family Gard FG1839I, FG1839IHD Consumers who believe they have the recalled models should contact BRK, toll-free, at 1-800-228-2250. The company will provide a new wired-in smoke detector free-of-charge to replace each recalled detector. Because the recalled detectors are wired into the building's electrical system, consumers should not attempt to remove or replace a recalled detector before speaking with a BRK representative. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction.BRK and the Commission remind consumers to test every smoke detector regularly as instructed in the owners manual or on the detector
August 24, 1992 Release # 92-126 PRODUCT: F.J. Strauss "Musical Toothbrush Trainer" sold by Toys "R" Us nationwide from February 1, 1991 to January 31, 1992. The set contains a baby's toothbrush and gum massager, and a musical handle for the toothbrush and the massager. PROBLEM: The gum massager attached to the toothbrush may come off, posing a choking hazard. WHAT TO DO: Immediately discontinue using and discard the gum massager. Return the "Musical Toothbrush Trainer" to Toys "R" Us with proof of purchase for a full refund. For more information, consumers may call 1-800-548-0364. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Toys "R" Us of Paramus, NJ announces the voluntary recall of the F.J. Strauss "Musical Toothbrush Trainer Set." The set contains a baby's toothbrush and gum massager, and a musical handle for the toothbrush and the massager. F.J. Strauss, manufacturer of the product, is no longer in business. Toys "R" Us, Inc. has agreed to participate in this recall and inform customers of the potential hazard. The tip of the gum massager may come off. Because the toothbrush set is recommended for children six months and up, the massager, if detached, presents a choking hazard. Consumers who own an F.J. Strauss Musical Toothbrush Trainer Set should immediately discontinue use and discard the gum massager. Consumers who purchased the F.J. Strauss Musical Toothbrush Trainer Sets from Toys "R" Us are asked to return them to the store with proof of purchase for a full refund. For more information, consumers may call 1- 800-548-0364. Approximately 17,000 toothbrush trainers were sold nationwide by Toys "R" Us from February 1, 1991, to January 31, 1992 for $2.99 each. Toys "R" Us has removed all units from their shelves as a precaution and has cooperated with the Commission by providing product samples and information concerning the product. CPSC was informed of this potential hazard by Toys "R" Us after the firm received a complaint from a customer whose child had bitten off the gum massager. The child was not injured in the incident. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's mission is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
August 18, 1992 Release # 92-128 Creative Products, Inc. Recalls Lovely Sonny Doll Due To Choking Hazard PRODUCT: "Lovely Sonny" dolls, model number 1079, imported by Creative Products, Inc. PROBLEM: The doll's arms separated from the arm sockets and a small piece of plastic from inside the doll fell out of the socket presenting a potential choking hazard for young children. WHAT TO DO: Return to place of purchase for a refund. For more information about this recall, consumers may contact Creative Products, Inc. at (708)673-1900. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Creative Products, Inc., of Skokie, IL, is voluntarily recalling 4,334 "Lovely Sonny" dolls, model number 1079. When CPSC tested the dolls, the arms separated from the arm sockets and a small plastic piece from inside the doll fell out of the socket presenting a potential choking hazard for young children. The vinyl Lovely Sonny doll is 6-1/2 inches tall with a painted face, blond hair, and moveable arms and legs. It is dressed in a non- removeable one piece dress and was sold in a 7-1/4 inch woven basket with one handle on each side. When purchased, the doll was packaged in a cellophane wrapping with a cardboarder header. The label on the header reads in part: "Lovely Sonny * * * MADE IN CHINA." The Lovely Sonny doll, imported by Creative Products, Inc., was sold at three stores: The Bazaar, Inc., Cicero, IL; One Dollar Shops, Inc., Branson, MO; and N.B. Wholesale, Houston, TX. The doll sold for $1.00 each from early December through December 31, 1991. Consumers are urged to take the dolls away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. For more information about this recall, consumers may contact Creative Products, Inc. at (708)673-1900. Neither CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving this product. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The potentially hazardous toy was identified at the Port of Chicago, IL, during a joint CPSC/U.S. Customs surveillance program. CPSC is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
August, 1992 Release # 92-127 The Coleman Company Recalls The Powerstation II Rechargeable Battery Pack Due To Fire Hazard WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the Coleman Company of Wichita, KS today announced the recall of its Model #5360A550 Nightsight PowerStation II Rechargeable Battery Pack because of a potential fire hazard. According to Coleman, the 12-volt DC battery and output plug power cord could short circuit if the protective sleeve covering the positive battery terminal is exposed and contacts the metal ring of the output plug. This could occur, for example, when the battery pack is stored inside its carrying case. Of the more than 9,000 units sold from August, 1991 to mid November, 1991, all but 789 have been located and replaced. In the company's report to CPSC, one short circuit incident occurred October 30, 1991, when a Coleman employee stored the battery pack inside its carrying case. The power cord running from the battery to the output plug overheated and melted. No fire or injury resulted. No incidents have been reported with units sold to consumers. The PowerStation II provides portable 12-volt DC electric power to electric or electronic appliances such as TVs, radios, or spotlights. These appliances must be equipped with a connector that can be plugged into a standard motor vehicle cigarette lighter socket. Consumers can identify affected units by checking the packing carton for the 5360A550 model number and the carton and black carrying case for the label "Coleman Nightsight PowerStation II 12V Rechargeable Battery Pack." In addition, the battery itself is labeled "Panasonic Rechargeable Battery LCR12V6.5PAD" or "Panasonic Rechargeable Battery LCR12V6.5P." Only the carton is labeled with the model number 5360A550. No other PowerStation II models, including models 5360B550 and 5360-550, are involved. Consumers who have purchased a PowerStation II, Model #5360A550, should call Coleman's toll-free hotline at 1-800-835-3278 for instructions on returning the product to Coleman for free replacement. Consumers may return their unit free of charge to the following address via UPS Freight Collect (not C.O.D.) for prompt replacement: The Coleman Company, Inc., Product Returns Department, Northeast Plant, 3600 North Hydraulic, Wichita, KS 67219. Consumers should disregard this notice if their unit has already been replaced. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from the unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction