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All product recalls affecting Iowa.
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August 17, 1992 Release # 92-129 Braun Issues Safety Notice Concerning Its Espresso Master E200T And E260T PRODUCT: Braun models E200T and E260T espresso/capuccino makers distributed nationwide from November 1990 through July 1992. PROBLEM: If the espresso/capuccino makers' filter holders are not properly and firmly positioned, they may dislodge under pressure and release steam, coffee grounds, and, under some circumstances, break the glass carafes below. Consumers, as a result may receive burns or other personal injuries. WHAT TO DO: Braun is offering written notices and labels to put on the espresso/capuccino makers. The notices and labels serve as guides for proper positioning of the filter holder handle. For a free notice and label, call 1-800-272-8610. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Braun, Inc. of Lynnfield, MA, is voluntarily issuing an important safety warning regarding its E200T and E260T four cup espresso/cappuccino makers. If the filter holder is not properly and firmly positioned, it may dislodge under pressure and release steam, coffee grounds, and, under some circumstances, break the glass carafe below. Consumers may receive burns or other personal injuries as a result.CPSC was informed of this potentially unsafe situation by Braun as a result of 52 consumer reports, including 13 injuries. Injuries reported included cuts, scratches, and burns. Models E200T and E260T Braun Espresso Masters were distributed nationwide between November 1990 and July 1992.Written notification of the potential hazard is being sent to consumers who returned warranty registration cards. Retail stores where the products were sold are also being notified. Each consumer will be provided a written notice and label to put on each espresso maker. The company asks that the labels be affixed to the espresso maker as a guide for properpositioning of the filter holder handle to prevent further incidents. The important safety notice and labels may be obtained free by calling 1-800-272-8610.CPSC is announcing this warning 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 help reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths that occur each year from the 15,000 different types of consumer products within CPSC'S jurisdiction
August 13, 1992 Release # 92-125 Over-The-Counter Antihistamine Recalled For Lack Of Child-Resistant Closure PRODUCT: "Valumed Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride," 25 milligram capsules in 100 capsule bottles manufacturered by Contract Pharmacal and soley distributed by Moore Medical Corporation. PROBLEM: 11,000 bottles of the product were distributed nationwide without required child-resistant closures. This medicine could cause serious health problems or death to a child who swallowed several of the capsules. WHAT TO DO: Immediately return the product to the store where purchased for a refund. WASHINGTON, DC - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Moore Medical Corp. of New Britain, CT is voluntarily recalling 100 capsule bottles of "Valumed" Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride (HCl) 25 milligram (mg) capsules manufactured by Contract Pharmacal of Hauppauge, NY. The drug is not packaged in child-resistant packaging as required under the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA). The product is marketed as an antihistamine. This medicine could cause serious health problems or death to a child who accidentally swallowed several capsules. The recalled product contains 100 capsules with a total of 2500 mg of Diphenhydramine HCl per bottle. CPSC enforces the PPPA requirement that any over-the-counter medication containing more than the equivalent of 66 mg Diphenhydramine base in a single container must be supplied with child-resistant packaging. Moore Medical Corp. reported the packaging problem and initiation of this recall to CPSC. Consumers should immediately return the product to the store where purchased for a refund of the purchase price. Moore Medical Corp. distributed 11,000 of the bottles from November 1991 to mid-May 1992. They were distributed to 171 independent pharmacies, 214 chain drug stores, and 606 professional accounts (doctors, schools, nursing homes, etc.) nationwide, including Puerto Rico. Moore Medical Corp., the sole distributor of "Valumed" drug products, instituted the recall of this product, which was manufactured by Contract Pharmacal, because of its potential toxicity hazard to children due to the lack of child-resistant packaging. Neither the recalling firm nor the Commission is aware of any poisoning incidents due to the non-child-resistant packaging of this 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
August 6, 1992 Release # 92-117 PRODUCT: Hedstrom "Big T" swing sets, Blazon Flexible Flyer "T-Type Play Centers", and Sears brand T-style gym sets. PROBLEM: Strings from children's clothing may become entangled in the area where the handrail attaches to the slide. This presents a strangulation hazard. WHAT TO DO: Hedstrom, Blazon-Flexible Flyer, Inc. and Turco are out of business. Consumers should discard or destroy these products immediately. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Hedstrom Corporation of Bedford, PA provided consumers with guards to prevent entanglement of strings on children's clothing in the handrail attachment area of certain slides. The plastic guards offered by the companies fill in the handrail-to-slide area where a child's clothing may catch and possibly result in strangulation. The slides involved are on the "Hedstrom Big T" swing sets and on Sears brand T-style gym sets manufactured by Hedstrom. Guards are not available for any of these slides since all of these firms are out of business. If you own any of these products, stop using and discard them immediately.The Hedstrom Corporation received a report that a three year- old-girl strangled when her mitten strings, which were strung through her coat, caught at the point where the handrail attaches to the Big T slide. In addition, the Commission is aware of a hood string of a child's jacket that became entangled in the handrail attachment area of an older, similarly-designed slide whose brand could not be identified. While Blazon-Flexible Flyer, Inc. and Turco are unaware of any reports of entanglement, their products are considered by the CPSC to be functionally identical to that of the Hedstrom Big T slide involved in the incidents. Hedstrom Big T and Blazon-Flexible Flyer T-Type Play Center swing sets with slides were sold nationally in retail stores from 1986 through 1991. They sold for approximately $100-200 each. Turco swing sets were sold from 1973 to 1987. Hedstrom, Blazon-Flexible Flyer and Turco also sold their T-style swing sets under the Sears labels with various model numbers. Hedstrom, Blazon-Flexible Flyer, Inc. and Turco are out of business. The remedy is no longer available. Consumers should discard or destroy these products immediately. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced this modification program as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The commissions's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
July 31, 1992 Release # 92-119 PRODUCT: "Train Set," "Sweet Doll with Accessories," and "Baby's Rattle" imported by T.P.I. of Illinois, Inc. and sold in Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin and Michigan in a total of 40 Dollar Bill$ stores from January 1991 through December 1991. PROBLEM: The "Train Set" engine's smoke stack separated from the train presenting a choking hazard. The "Sweet Doll with Accessories" moveable legs separated from the doll presenting a choking hazard. The "Baby's Rattle" white hooks separated from the rattle presenting a choking hazard. WHAT TO DO: Firm is out of business. End use of this product immediately. Discard or destroy. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), T.P.I. of Illinois, Inc., Crestwood, IL, is voluntarily recalling "Train Set" toy, "Sweet Doll with Accessories," and "Baby's Rattle" because small components separated from the products presenting a choking hazard to young children. The "Train Set" toy is a simple, brightly-colored, six-car plastic train. Each flexible plastic car is approximately three inches in length and the cars snap together. The trains' wheels are black. The label on the blister package reads in part: "Train Set. TPI DISTRIBUTING. * * * MADE IN CHINA." Approximately 8,640 Train Sets were sold for a retail price of $1.00 each. During CPSC testing the engine's smoke stack separated from the train presenting a choking hazard to young children. The "Sweet Doll with Accessories" is a four-inch tall plastic doll with a comb, a brush, and a panda figure as accessories. The doll is clothed in a one-piece dress that fastens in the back with a strip of Velcro. The doll has rooted blond hair, painted-on facial features and moveable legs and head. The panda is one-piece with painted-on facial features. The label on the blister package reads in part: "Sweet Doll With Accessories. * * * MADE IN CHINA." Approximately 1,600 Sweet Dolls with Accessories were sold for a retail price of $1.00 each. During CPSC testing the moveable legs separated from the doll presenting a choking hazard to young children. The "Baby's Rattle" is 16 inches long and consists of nine multi-colored balls strung together on an elastic string, and at each end of the string is a plastic white hook. The hooks are used to connect the two ends of the rattle together. The label on the blister package reads in part: "Baby's Rattle. * * * MADE IN CHINA." Approximately 9,000 Baby's Rattles were sold for a retail price of $1.00 each. During CPSC testing the plastic white hooks separated from the rattle presenting a choking hazard to young children. The Train Set, Sweet Doll with Accessories, and Baby's Rattle were sold in Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Michigan in a total of 40 Dollar Bill$ stores from January 1991 through December 1991. Consumers are urged to take the toys and rattle away from young children immediately. Firm is out of business. Immediately discard or destroy these products. Neither CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving these products. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. These unsafe products were identified during an inspection of a Dollar Bill$ retail store. 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
July 30, 1992 Release # 92-122 Three Children Killed By Decorator Cubes PRODUCT: Approximately 2.2 million decorator cubes with hinged lids. PROBLEM: In separate incidents, three children allegedly strangled when the cube's lid fell on their necks. The cubes also pose a suffocation hazard if a young child becomes trapped inside the cube with the lid closed because the cube does not have ventilation holes. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued two previous warnings regarding the decorator cubes and is again alerting the public because approximately 4,500 hinged lid cubes were distributed, inadvertently, by Seward Luggage Company during the recall program. Also, CPSC and Seward Luggage Company are attempting to increase consumer awareness about the potential hazards. These cubes may still be in hands of consumers or in the marketplace at liquidation centers and flea markets. WHAT TO DO: Consumers who have these cubes should call 1-800-766-9417 to obtain a free modification kit. Consumers who see the hinged lid cubes being sold should report the location to the Commission at 1-800-638-2772. BACKGROUND: The decorator cubes with hinged lids were the subject of a corrective action first announced by CPSC on March 27, 1991. The manufacturers of the cubes (Seward Luggage Company, Petersburg, VA; Trojan Luggage, Memphis, TN; and Mercury Luggage Manufacturing Company, Jacksonville, FL) are still attempting to notify consumers of the continued risk so the cubes can be modified. Decorator cubes manufactured after June 1990 have removable lids (no hinges) and are not subject to this warning
July 30, 1992 Release # 92-114 Lord Howards Inc. Recalls Toy Helicopters PRODUCT: Lord Howards' Super Jet, model 32930 toy helicopter. PROBLEM: The helicopter's propeller tips rotate at a high velocity and may cause injury if the propeller tip were to strike the eye. WHAT TO DO: Consumers who own these toy helicopters should remove them from children's use and return the helicopters to Lord Howards. For more information, consumers should call (614) 745-2986. WASHINGTON, DC - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Lord Howards Inc. of Newark, OH is voluntarily recalling some of its Super Jet, model 32930 toy helicopters. The helicopter's propeller tips rotate at a high velocity and may cause injury if the propeller tip were to strike the eye. Only the model which does not have a protective ring connecting the rotor tips is being recalled. Lord Howards Inc. distributed approximately 5,000 of these toy helicopters nationwide from August 1990 to July 1991. Since that time, the firm has distributed the "Super Jet" with a ring around the rotor blades. The plastic helicopter that is being recalled has a single propeller with three blades, each 2-11/16 inches long. The helicopter is 2-1/2 inches long and 1/2 inch wide at its landing gear skids. There is a separate hand-held launching pad that is powered by four "AA" batteries. The helicopters being recalled do not have a protective ring around the perimeter of the three propeller blades. Lord Howards Inc. is aware of one incident in which a six-year- old boy was struck in the eye by the propeller of one of these helicopters. The child suffered no permanent injury. Consumers who own these toy helicopters should remove them from children's use and return the helicopters to Lord Howards for a replacement at no charge to the consumer. For more information consumers may contact Lord Howards Inc. by writing: Box 4276, Newark, Ohio 43055. Consumers may also call the company at (614) 745-2986. 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 help reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths that are associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under the CPSC's jurisdiction
Carlson Cradle Swings NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 Firm is out of business. Do not use these products. Please discard or destroy these products FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Originally issued July 23, 1992; Revised June 21, 2001 (301) 504-7908 Release # 92-115 Carlson Cradle Swings PRODUCT: Approximately 7,500 "Swing 'N Cradle" and "Swivel 'N Snooze" cradle swings produced by Carlson Children's Products before March 1992. PROBLEM: No reports of injury have been received involving this product. However, there are some similarities to another manufacturer's cradle swing in which two infants reportedly suffocated. WHAT TO DO: Firm is out of business. Do not use these products. Please discard or destroy these products WASHINGTON, DC -- There is a possible suffocation risk for the hanger frame portion of Carlson Children's Products, Oswego, IL, "Swing 'N Cradle" and "Swivel 'N Snooze" cradle swings. Neither Carlson nor the Commission has received any reports of injury involving Carlson cradle swings. There are some similarities to another manufacturer's cradle swing in which two infants reportedly suffocated. Approximately 7,500 Carlson cradle swings were sold nationwide between December 1991 and March 1992. Swing seats with the new hanger frame will recline, but will provide a 19-degree elevation of the baby's head, even when the seat back is reclined into a cradle position. Carlson swings produced since April 1992 cannot be adjusted to a completely flat position and are not involved in this recall.
July 13, 1992 Release # 92-109 Everything's A Dollar, Inc. Recalls Toy Wooden Block Truck Due To Choking Hazard PRODUCT: Toy Wooden Block Trucks, item GW-25 sold by Everything's A Dollar, Inc. PROBLEM: The wooden head of the driver and a white 5/8-inch diameter cylinder block are a potential choking hazard for young children. WHAT TO DO: Return the toy truck to any Everything's A Dollar store for a full refund. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Everything's A Dollar, Inc., of Milwaukee, WI is voluntarily recalling 10,944 Toy Wooden Block Trucks, item GW-25. When CPSC tested the Toy Wooden Block Trucks in accordance with regulations under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act, it was determined that the wooden head of the driver and a white 5/8-inch diameter cylinder block posed a potential choking hazard for young children. The Toy Wooden Block Truck is a simple, undetailed wooden truck measuring 4-3/4 inches long, 2-3/4 inches wide, and 2-1/2 inches high. The truck consists of a peg figure glued into the driver's seat and an open-lift bed with three colored removable building blocks. The clear cellophane wrapping in which the toy was sold had a label on it that read, "MADE IN CHINA." The Toy Wooden Block Truck was sold on the East Coast and in the Midwest exclusively at 49 Everything's A Dollar retail stores from September 1991 to January 1992. The trucks sold for a retail price of $1.00 each. Consumers are urged to take the trucks away from young children immediately and return them to any Everything's A Dollar store for a full refund. For more information about this recall, consumers may contact Everything's A Dollar, Inc. at 1-414-274-2938. Neither CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving these products. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The potentially hazardous toys were identified during CPSC's Central Regional Office's routine examination of Everything's A Dollar retail stores. 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
July 9, 1992 Release # 92-113 PRODUCT: Diversified Products "Megaflex Home Exerciser" model numbers 15-7600 and 15-7500. PROBLEM: The freely rotating middle bar on the bench press mechanism may cause a user's foot or feet to slip off the press mechanism while doing leg presses. A user may then be struck in the leg and injured as the press mechanism forcefully returns to the "start" position. WHAT TO DO: Consumers should discontinue performing the leg press exercise that is outlined in the product's manual. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Diversified Products of Opelika, AL, previously announced a voluntary repair program for its "Megaflex Home Exerciser," model numbers 15-7500 and 15-7600. The exercise units are easily identified by the label "Megaflex" printed across the top of the included exercise bench. The freely rotating middle bar on the bench press mechanism may cause a user's feet to slip off the press mechanism while performing the leg press exercise. A user may then be struck in the leg and injured as the press mechanism forcefully returns to the start position. Consumers who own these exercisers are asked to discontinue performing the leg press exercise that is recommended in the product's manual. The problem was permanently corrected on units manufactured after 1991. Approximately 66,000 of the affected units were sold between February 1991 and January 1992. The units were sold throughout the United States in retail stores at a cost of approximately $400.00. The firm is out of business and the repair kit once offered is no longer available. Again, consumers should discontinue performing the leg press exercise that is recommended in the product's manual. CPSC was informed of this potential hazard by Diversified Products after the firm received several complaints from customers who had sustained injuries while performing the leg press exercise
July 9, 1992 Release # 92-108 Rival Manufacturing Company To Replace Mixers PRODUCT: Rival Manufacturing Company three-speed hand-held mixers, model number 433, date codes 3690 through 5290 and 0191 through 2791. PROBLEM: The units' internal motor cooling fans may break and fan pieces could then contaminate food and possibly injure consumers eating food prepared with the mixer. WHAT TO DO: Consumers with affected units or with questions should call Rival at 1-800-793-0052. Rival will replace affected mixers with ones newly designed. WASHINGTON, DC -- Rival Manufacturing Company of Kansas City, MO in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced a voluntary replacement of certain model number 433 Rival three-speed hand-held mixers as a result of reports that the units' internal motor cooling fans have broken and fan pieces have contaminated food. Between November 1990 and September 1991, approximately 600,000 of these mixers were distributed nationwide by a variety of discount chains and department stores. The mixers sold for $8.00 to $14.00 each. Rival Manufacturing Company reported 27 incidents of fan blade breakage to CPSC. Several of the incidents allegedly involved minor injuries to the mouth or teeth of consumers who ate food prepared with the mixers. Consumers can determine if they have an affected model by looking for the model number and date code located on the under-side of the mixer housing. The nameplate contains several cautionary statements, the name "Rival Mfg. Co.," "Model 433" and "Made in China." Date codes are ink stamped on the mixer housing near the nameplate. Model 433 mixers with the date codes 3690 through 5290 and 0191 through 2791 are affected. Consumers who have these mixers or are unsure whether their mixer is included in this replacement program, should contact Rival at 1-800-793-0052. Rival will replace affected mixers with a newly designed model
July 2, 1992 Release # 92-112 Longhorn Manufacturing Company, Inc. Recalls Large Display Rack Fireworks Device PRODUCT: Longhorn Manufacturing Company, Inc.'s "LH Triple" display rack fireworks device. Each device consists of three tall tubes mounted on a wood base, with their fuses linked together. PROBLEM: The fireworks devices may tip over during operation and fire their charges horizontally, resulting in possible serious injury to persons nearby. In addition, the device may explode on the ground, rather than in the air as designed. WHAT TO DO: Consumers are urged to discontinue use immediately and return the fireworks devices to the retail store where purchased for a full refund. Consumers with questions should call Longhorn Manufacturing Company, Inc. at Plains Wholesale Fireworks, Lubbock, TX on 806-745-2457 (ask for Jane or Lee). WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Longhorn Manufacturing Company, Inc., Roswell, New Mexico is voluntarily recalling its "LH Triple" display rack fireworks device. At least 1,000 of these devices were sold since 1990. The devices may tip over during operation and fire their charges horizontally, resulting in possible serious injury to persons nearby. In addition, the device may explode on the ground rather than in the air as designed, posing an additional risk of injury to the user. Each device consists of three tall tubes mounted on a wood base with the fuses linked together. The three tubes are named "NO. 5 Thunder and Lightening," "NO. 100 FLORAL SHELL or NO. 100 CHRYSANTHEMUM," and "GALAXY FIESTA." The labels on the tubes also read, in part: "LONGHORN MFG. CO. ROSWELL, NEW MEXICO". Although the Commission is not aware of any incidents involving this particular product, the Commission is aware of one death involving a similar device manufactured by another company, that tipped over and its charge allegedly struck a three-year-old in the head. The device was sold through at least 10 wholesalers to retail stores in the Midwest. The devices retailed for approximately $30 each. Consumers are urged to immediately discontinue use of the LH Triple display rack device and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. Consumers with questions about this recall may contact Longhorn Manufacturing Company, Inc. at Plains Wholesale Fireworks, Lubbock, TX on (806)-745-2457. 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
July 1, 1992 Release # 92-111 Aviva Sports, Inc. Voluntarily Recalls Sound Swing Bat PRODUCT: Aviva Sports' 27-inch "Sound Swing" baseball bat. The bat is lightweight with a foam exterior, and mimics the cracking sound of hitting a home run when swung properly. PROBLEM: The plastic end cap and sound maker inside the end cap may separate from the bat during use and strike a bystander. WHAT TO DO: Discontinue use immediately and return Sound Swing bat to place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers may also return bat by mail. Call 1-800-524-0571 for more information. WASHINGTON, DC -- Aviva Sports, Inc. of San Francisco, CA, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), is voluntarily recalling its Sound Swing Bat, model No. 31500. The plastic end cap and internal noisemaker may separate from the bat during use and strike a bystander. The Sound Swing 27-inch baseball bat mimics the cracking sound of hitting a home run when swung properly. The bat is lightweight and has a foam exterior. The bats are sold with and designed for use with an Aviva foam rubber ball. The sound is produced by a noisemaker (located in the end of the bat) that strikes against the plastic end cap when swung properly. With repeated use, the cap and noisemaker may separate from the bat, posing a possible projectile hazard. CPSC was informed of this potential hazard by Aviva Sports as a result of 14 reported incidents with no injuries. Although no product failures were found in standard safety testing conducted by an independent certified laboratory, Aviva Sports is taking this action because of its concern for potential injury. Approximately 125,000 Sound Swing Bats have been sold nationwide since the product's introduction this year. The bat and attached ball sell for approximately $13.00 each. Owners of all Sound Swing bats should stop use immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers may also mail the bat back to Aviva Sports for a full refund plus reimbursement for postage. If the bat is returned by mail, in addition to the full refund and postage reimbursement, Aviva is offering a $2.00 discount coupon toward the purchase of any Aviva product. Consumers may return the bats to: Nancy Nelson, Aviva Sports, Inc., 15930 E. Valley Blvd., City of Industry, CA 91744. For further information about this voluntary recall, consumers may call Aviva Sports toll free at: 1-800-524-0571. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is joining Aviva Sports in announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from possible injury
June 30, 1992 Release # 92-104 PRODUCT: Approximately two million sling-type swing seats manufactured by the Hedstrom Corporation. The seats were sold as part of Hedstrom and some Sears swing sets, and separately as swing seat replacements. PROBLEM: The "V"-shaped brackets that attach the sling seat to the swing chains have caused serious lacerations, when the hook ends of the brackets were not completely closed. The failure to completely close the bracket hooks may result in injury to children. WHAT TO DO: Consumers should check their sling seats for "V" bracket hooks that are not completely closed and to close the hooks until the metal touches. WASHINGTON, DC -- The Hedstrom Corporation, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), voluntarily offered a retrofit kit for Hedstrom sling-type swing seats, to prevent lacerations from hook ends on the swing brackets. The "V"-shaped brackets that attach the sling seats to the swing chains caused serious lacerations when the hook ends of the brackets were not completely closed. The failure to completely close the hooks until the metal touches may result in injury to children. The Hedstrom Corporation had received 18 reports of lacerations to children from open hooks on sling seats. Injuries included leg, arm, face, and groin lacerations. The incidents occurred on seats where bracket hooks were not closed until the metal was touching. Hedstrom sling seats were sold nationally over the past six years as part of Hedstrom or Sears swing sets or separately as swing seat replacements. Approximately two million seats were sold nationally through retailers, wholesalers, and variety stores. The installation instructions for the Hedstrom seats indicate that the hooks should be completely closed. However, because incidents have occurred, swing owners should check their sling seats for "V" bracket hooks that are not completely closed and to close the hooks until the metal touches.The firm is out of business and the additional remedy (free bracket guards to cover the closed hook ends, which were intended to prevent possible injuries from open hooks) is no longer available. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced this repair 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. Hook end of bracket, if not completely closed, may cause deep lacerations to children using the swing
June 29, 1992 Release # 92-106 Space Age Manufacturing Co. Recalls Dixie Delight Fireworks Device PRODUCT: The "Dixie Delight" fireworks device model RP745, by Space Age Manufacturing Company. The device consists of five 11-1/2 inch tall tubes mounted on a 7-1/2 inch square board. PROBLEM: The Dixie Delight may tip over during operation and fire the charges horizontally, resulting in possible serious injury to persons nearby. WHAT TO DO: Consumers should discontinue use immediately and return the device to the store where purchased for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Space Age at 1-800-247-4713 or (615) 837-7916. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Space Age Manufacturing Co., South Pittsburgh, TN is voluntarily recalling approximately 4,200 "Dixie Delight" fireworks devices. The Dixie Delight model RP745 is a display rack fireworks device consisting of five 11-1/2 inch tall tubes mounted on a 7-1/2 inch square board. The device may tip over during operation and fire the charges horizontally, resulting in possible serious injury to persons nearby. The affected device does not bear the name "Dixie Delight." The five tubes are named "Devil Dog," "Aerial Display," "#5 Floral Shell," "Color Changing Comet," and the fifth tube is unlabeled. Each tube also bears the name of the manufacturer, Space Age Manufacturing Company. Although the Commission is not aware of any incidents involving this particular product, the Commission is aware of one death involving a similar device manufactured by another company that tipped over and its charge allegedly struck a three-year-old in the head. Since 1990 these devices were sold through approximately 25 wholesalers to retail stores in the southern and midwestern sections of the United States. The device retailed for approximately $29.95. Consumers are urged to immediately discontinue use of the Dixie Delight device and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. Consumers with questions about this recall may contact Space Age at 1-800-247-4713 or (615) 837-7916. 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. 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
June 29, 1992 Release # 92-105 PRODUCT: Zenith Specialties, Inc.'s Black Cat Finale Board fireworks device. The device consists of four 18 inch tall tubes mounted on a 9-1/2 inch square board. PROBLEM: The device may tip over during operation and fire its charges horizontally, resulting in possible serious injury to persons nearby. WHAT TO DO: Consumers are urged to discontinue use immediately and return fireworks device to the retail store where purchased for a full refund. Consumers with any questions should call Zenith Specialties at (816) 885-6961. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Zenith Specialties, Inc., Clinton, MO is voluntarily recalling approximately 3,140 "Black Cat Finale Board" fireworks devices. The Black Cat Finale Board is a display rack fireworks device consisting of four 18-inch tall tubes mounted on a 9-1/2 inch square board. The tubes are named "Sky Mirage," "Diamonds in the Sky," and two tubes are named "Golden Sparkling Lite." The labels on the tubes also read in part: "Black Cat *** Zenith Specialities, Clinton, MO 64735." The device may tip over during operation and fire the charges horizontally, resulting in possible serious injury to persons nearby. Although the Commission is not aware of any incidents involving this particular product, the Commission is aware of one death involving a similar device, manufactured by another company, that tipped over and its charge allegedly struck a three-year-old in the head. Since May 1991 these devices have been sold through approximately 25 wholesalers to retail stores nationwide. The device retailed for approximately $49.95. Consumers are urged to immediately discontinue use of the Black Cat Finale Board and return the device to the store where purchased for a full refund. Consumers with questions about this recall may contact Zenith Specialties at (816) 885-6961. 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
June 18, 1992 Release # 92-097 Burn Injuries To Infants Prompt Recall Of Infant Heating Pads PRODUCT: Dragons Are Too Seldom, Inc.'s "Safe Heating Pad for Babies," "Snooze Zoo Instant Heating Pad for Babies," and "Snoopy Safe Heating Pad for Babies." PROBLEM: If the pad is placed on an infant immediately after the pad is put in boiling water or removed from a microwave oven, it may leak hot fluid onto the infant or cause a thermal contact burn. WHAT TO DO: Return the product to Dragons Are Too Seldom, Inc. for replacement with a "Tub Buddie Puppet Wash Cloth." Call 1-800-888-1495 for more information. WASHINGTON, DC -- Dragons Are Too Seldom, Inc., of Rapid City, SD, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), is voluntarily recalling approximately 40,000 infant heating pads. These heating pads were sold under the names "Snoopy Safe Heating Pad for Babies," "Safe Heating Pad for Babies," and "Snooze Zoo Instant Heating Pad for Babies." Dragons Are Too Seldom, Inc. received reports of more than nine burn injuries to infants. The problem was discovered as a result of consumer complaints. The heating pads sold for approximately $15 to $20. The heating pad is a sealed plastic pouch containing sodium acetate solution. The pad is supposed to be heated by flexing a self- contained metal disk inside the pad, thereby causing crystallization. After the pad is used, it cools. A consumer must then heat the pad in boiling water or a microwave oven to return the crystals to the liquid form. Then the pad is left to cool to room temperature so it can again be heated by flexing the metal disk. However, if the pad is placed on an infant immediately after the pad is removed from boiling water or a microwave oven, it may cause a contact burn to the infant's skin or may leak hot sodium acetate solution onto the infant. The recalled heating pads were distributed nationwide from November 1988 to March 1992. Consumers should return these heating pads to Dragons Are Too Seldom, Inc. for replacement with an infant's item of equal value called the "Tub Buddie Puppet Wash Cloth." For more information, consumers may contact Dragons Are Too Seldom, Inc. toll free at 1-800-888-1495, or may write: Dragons Are Too Seldom, Inc., P.O. Box 8046, Rapid City, SD 57709-8046. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this voluntary 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 17, 1992 Release # 92-137 Radio Flyer, Inc. Recalls Children's Bicycles PRODUCT: Radio Flyer, Inc.'s #TR12 "Totally Rad Flyer Bicycle," and #LM13 "Little Miss Flyer Bicycle." Both bicycles are labeled "Radio Flyer" and are 12-inch girls' and boys' bicycles with training wheels. PROBLEM: Both bicycles are equipped with only handbrakes and no footbrakes. Under Federal requirements, these bicycles may not be freewheeling and if equipped with handbrakes, they must also have footbrakes. WHAT TO DO: Consumers with these bicycles should contact the retail store where the bike was purchased and arrange for modifications which will bring the bikes into compliance. In lieu of modifications, consumers may also request a refund of the purchase price. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Radio Flyer, Inc. of Chicago, IL, is voluntarily recalling 137 12-inch girls' and boys' bicycles with training wheels. Both bicycles are equipped with handbrakes, but no footbrakes. Federal regulations require that these bicycles not be equipped with handbrakes only. CPSC believes that sidewalk bicycles with handbrakes, but without footbrakes may present a significant risk of injury to young children who might not be able to stop the bicycles with handbrakes. The models involved in this recall are #TR12 "Totally Rad Flyer Bicycle" and #LM13 "Little Miss Flyer Bicycle." Both are labeled "Radio Flyer." These bicycles were imported from Taiwan and sold nationwide during May 1992 in toy and retail stores, including Pay N Save Drug, Mills Fleet Farm, Bi-Mart Corporation, and Toys R Us. The bikes sold for approximately $50.00 each. The potentially hazardous bicycles were identified during a joint surveillance program conducted between CPSC and the U.S. Customs Service at the Port of Chicago. Consumers who have these bicycles should contact the retail store where they were purchased and arrange for modifications to bring these bicycles into compliance. In lieu of modifications, consumers may request a refund of the purchase price. Neither the CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving this product. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. Consumers with questions about this recall may contact Radio Flyer, Inc. at 1-800-621-7613
June 16, 1992 Release # 92-094 The Little Tikes Company Recalls Little Tikes Crib Center Due To Lead Paint Hazard PRODUCT: 16,300 crib toys made by the Little Tikes Company known as "Little Tikes Crib Centers," model number 1525. PROBLEM: Lead in the red stripes on the candy cane roller exceeds federal government standards presenting a safety hazard for young children. WHAT TO DO: Return to the store where purchased for a product exchange or full refund. For more information, consumers may call the Little Tikes Company at 1-800-321-0183 or 330-656-3906. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Little Tikes Company of Hudson, OH, is voluntarily recalling 16,300 Little Tikes Crib Centers, model number 1525. Testing the crib center in accordance with regulations under the Consumer Product Safety Act revealed a level of lead in the red stripes on the candy cane roller which exceeds government standards and presents a safety hazard for young children. Neither CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving these products. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The Little Tikes Crib Center is an infant crib toy that measures 18-1/2 inches long, 3-3/4 inches wide and 14-1/2 inches high. It is intended to be mounted on an inside crib rail. The crib center has nine large bright features including the red and white cylindrical candy cane roller. The roller is 4-1/4 inches long and three inches in diameter. The label on the carton in which the crib center was sold reads in part: " . . . CRIB CENTER, LITTLE TIKES, MADE IN USA." The model number, 1525, is molded on the back of the product, next to Little Tikes' toll- free 800 telephone number. A new purple and white-striped candy cane roller that meets all safety standards has been substituted for the unsafe roller. The revised crib center with purple stripes has a fluorescent orange dot on the package and is not being recalled. The revised product has been sold in retail stores since mid-February 1992. The Little Tikes Crib Center was sold nationwide at a variety of retail stores from November 1991 through January 1992. The Crib Center sold for an estimated price of $20.00 each. Consumers are urged to dismantle the recalled Little Tikes Crib Centers from crib rails immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a product exchange or full refund. For more information, consumers may contact the Little Tikes Company at 1-800-321-0183 or 330-656-3906. The potentially hazardous toys were reported by the Little Tikes Company under section 15 of the Consumer Product Safety Act. 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. Lead in the red stripes on the candy cane roller exceeds government standards
June 11, 1992 Release # 92-090 PRODUCT: Certain system 425 and 525 airless paint sprayers byWagner Spray Tech Corporation that were distributed between March 1990 and July 1991. PROBLEM: The motor of the sprayer may catch fire if exposed to fumes from flammable solvents or coatings. Six flare-up incidents have been reported. WHAT TO DO: Call Wagner toll-free at 1-800-328-8251 extension 7170 for information and instructions regarding service centers that will make necessary modifications to the motor. WASHINGTON, DC -- Wagner Spray Tech Corporation of Minneapolis, MN, is voluntarily modifying certain system 425 and 525 airless paint sprayers to correct a problem that could result in motor fires. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), there is a potential for the motor of the sprayer to catch fire if exposed to fumes from highly flammable coatings or solvents used in painting or cleanup. The modification program covers 17,754 units that were manufactured and distributed between March 1990 and July 1991. These products were involved in six flare-ups. No injuries were reported. CPSC was informed of these incidents by Wagner. The modification program includes the 425 system, model numbers 0288048 and 0270001 (serial numbers from C900648 through G912544); and the 525 system, model numbers 0288054 and 0270002 (serial numbers from C900648 through G912544). The Wagner paint spray systems were sold in retail outlets, including home center stores, at suggested retail prices of $350 for the 425 systems and $480 for the 525 systems. Consumers who own these paint sprayers should stop using the products immediately and call Wagner toll-free at 1-800-328-8251 ext. 7170. The company will provide additional information and instructions regarding service centers that will make necessary modifications to the motor. 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
June 11, 1992 Release # 92-096 Toy Power, Inc. Recalls Two Toys Because Of Potential Aspiration And Choking Hazards PRODUCT: The "Kiddy Phone Wind-Up Educational Toy" and the "Tub Pets, Fantastic Bath Toy" distributed by Toy Power, Inc. The "Kiddy Phone" is a yellow plastic phone with moving eyes and a push-button nose. The "Tub Pets" is a blue dolphin or a green turtle with a baby pink turtle on its back. Both pets squirt water from their mouth. PROBLEM: Components on these toys can separate, presenting a choking or aspiration hazard to young children. WHAT TO DO: Consumers should take these toys away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. For more information, call Toy Power, Inc. at 1-213-622-4625. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Toy Power, Inc. of Los Angeles, CA is voluntarily recalling two toys because small components separate from the toys, presenting a choking or aspiration hazard to young children. The "Kiddy Phone Wind-Up Educational Toy" (model #888) is a yellow plastic telephone with two moving eyes on the front of the cradle, a red push-button nose in the center of the rotary dial, three push buttons (red, white and blue) on its base, a small square drawing board inside the base, a red stylus, and a phone receiver with a mirror and a puzzle. A bell rings when either the blue or white button is pushed or when a wind-up key on the side of the phone is wound. The phone also serves as a bank with a coin slot in the cradle. The embossed label underneath the phone reads in part: . . . "MADE IN HONG KONG NO. 888." Approximately 180 Kiddy Phones were sold in the Los Angeles area at various stores from August 1991 through December 1991. The phones sold for a retail price of $2.50 each. The wind- up key separated from the telephone and presents a choking hazard to young children. The "Tub Pets, Fantastic Bath Toy" (model #31-062) is a blue dolphin or a green turtle. When the dolphin's top pink fin is pressed down, the back fins move and water squirts out of the dolphin's mouth. The green turtle has a pink baby turtle on the top of its shell. When the pink turtle is pressed down, the big turtle's feet move and water squirts out of the big turtle's mouth. The label underneath the Tub Pets reads: "MADE IN CHINA." Approximately 200 Tub Pets were sold in the Los Angeles area at various retail stores from January 1990 through December 1991. The Tub Pets sold for a retail price of $0.99. The small plastic and styrofoam pieces separate from the dolphin and turtle and present an aspiration hazard to young children. Consumers are urged to take the toys away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund of the purchase price. For more information about this recall, consumers may contact Toy Power, Inc. at 1-213-622-4625. Neither CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving these products. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. 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