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All product recalls affecting Kansas.
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Michael Milea & Peter Sinclair Stop Sale Unisex Sportswear Tops NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 7, 1975 Release # 75-035 CPSC Provisionally Accepts Consent Order With Milea/Sinclair -- Includes Broad Public Notice Provisions WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 7) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission advises consumers that six styles of unisex sportswear tops imported by Michael Milea and Peter Sinclair, Ltd. fail to meet Federal flammability standards under the Flammable Fabrics Act. The garments were sold through retail establishments nationally and were part of the company's 1974 summer/fall line of clothing. CPSC found six styles of brushed cotton blouses and sweat shirts, 408, 409, 410, 425, 426 and 454, to be violative of the general wearing apparel standard -- CS 191-53. Because non-complying and complying garments are similar in style, color and pattern, it is difficult for consumers to distinguish non-complying from complying sportswear. Consumers who believe they have one of the non-complying garments should contact Miles/Sinclair, 475 Park Avenue South, New York, New York 10016, (Telephone: 212/889-0200). The Commission has provisionally accepted a consent order signed by Michael Milea and Peter Sinclair, Ltd. and by Michael Milea as an officer of the corporation. The consent order requires the company to stop importing, distributing or selling the non-complying garments and to recall those garments still in inventory, within the channels of distribution and in the hands of consumers. The consent agreement also states the violative goods recalled must either be processed to bring them into compliance with the standard or be destroyed. The company previously used mailgrams and registered letters in an attempt to contact distributors and retailers and issued a news release in an effort to alert consumers. Under the terms of the consent order, the company will now use public notices in an attempt to reach those purchasers and consumers who were not originally contacted or alerted. Public notification by the company will include distribution of film clips to no less than 300 television stations and ad mat forms to no less than 300 publications throughout the United States. A covering letter will accompany both the film clips and ad mat forms requesting that the warnings be carried at no charge as a public service. In addition, the company has agreed to pay for space in two nationally circulated magazines, directed at the youth market, to alert purchasers of the recall and potential hazard. These public warnings will describe the styles involved visually and instruct people who may own the garments on how to return them for a full refund. Garments returned as a result of these efforts may not be exported. By signing the consent agreement, the company also agrees not to violate Federal flammability standards in the future. This action is voluntary and does not constitute an admission of guilt by the company. A violation of the consent order could result in civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation. The complaint and consent order will remain on the public record for comment through June 9, 1975. Interested persons may submit comments to the Office of the Secretary, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, 1750 K Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20207. After reviewing any comments, the Commission will decide whether to accept the agreement or withdraw its provisional acceptance. Further information on this consent order may be obtained through the Bureau of Compliance, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Washington, D.C. 20207.
Carpets Recall by Apollo Carpets NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 5, 1975 Release # 75-022 Company To Recall Carpets That Failed Flammability Tests WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 5) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission today informed consumers that three styles of nylon pile carpeting made by Apollo Carpets, Inc., Route 2, Dalton, Georgia, and sold to consumers prior to April 1972 failed to meet mandatory flammability requirements. The three styles, sold by retail stores primarily in the south central and south eastern United States, were "Uranius," "Moonwalk," and "Mars." The carpets were of various colors and came in 12 foot wide rolls that could be cut to different lengths. The Commission provisionally accepted a consent order signed by the company and by Billy R. Cox, a principal officer of the company. The company has agreed to inform known purchasers and to institute a second recall of the non-complying carpet. The firm stopped sales of these carpets in April 1972 when notified by the Federal Trade Commission that they failed flammability requirements. In August 1972, Apollo initiated a recall and 4,500 square yards out of a total of 53,000 square yards sold were returned. Consumers who bought this carpeting should return it to the store where it was purchased or to the manufacturer. A consent agreement is a legal document in which the company involved usually agrees to stop manufacturing or selling non-complying goods, notify known purchasers and initiate a recall. The action on the part of the company is voluntary, and the company does not admit guilt in agreeing to the terms. The company also agrees not to violate flammability standards in the future. A violation of this consent agreement could result in a civil penalty of up to $5,000 per violation. The complaint and consent order will remain on the public record through May 5, 1975, during which time any interested person may submit comments to the Office of the Secretary, Consumer Product Safety Commission, 1750 K Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20207. After considering any comments, the Commission may finally accept the agreement or withdraw its provisional acceptance. For additional information about this consent order, contact the Bureau of Compliance, Consumer Product Safety Commission, 5401 Westbard Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland 20207 This announcement is being made in the public interest.
S. Schwab To Halt Sale Of Children's Pajamas NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 5, 1975 Release # 75-021 Company To Halt Sale Of Children's Pajamas That Fail To Meet Flammability Test WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 5) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission today informed consumers that a small number of boys' and girls' pajamas made by S. Schwab Company, Inc., Upper Potomac Industrial Park, Cumberland, Maryland, failed to pass the flammability test for children's flame retarded sleepwear sizes 0 to 6X. The pajamas were sold under the Schwab brand name, style "1170, Lot 953." Forty-two-and-a-half dozen pajamas were involved. The pajamas were 50 percent nylon and 50 percent polyester and came in two colors: pink with white dots and white lace trim and turquoise with white dots and white lace trim. The sleepwear sold in sizes small, medium and large, designated 1, 2, and 3, individually boxed, with each box bearing this label: "Flame Retardant Complies with Federal Stan'd. DOC FF 3-71." The sleepwear was sold during the summer of 1973 primarily to small retail shops in the Eastern United States. The Commission has provisionally accepted a consent agreement signed by S. Schwab Company. As part of the agreement, the Company has agreed to notify their retail purchasers and to conduct a recall of the non-complying garments. Richard D. Schwab and Leonard C. Schwab, the firm's principal officers, also signed the agreement. Consumers who bought this sleepwear should return it to the store where it was purchased or to the manufacturer. A consent agreement is a legal document in which the company involved usually agrees to stop manufacturing or selling non-complying goods, notify known purchasers and initiate a recall. The action on the part of the company is voluntary, and the company does not admit guilt in agreeing to the terms. The company also agrees not to violate flammability standards in the future. A violation of a consent agreement could result in a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per violation. The complaint and consent order will remain on the public record through May 5, 1975, during which time any interested person may submit comments to the Office of the Secretary, Consumer Product Safety Commission, 1750 K Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20207. After considering any comments, the Commission may finally accept the agreement or withdraw its provisional acceptance. For additional information about this consent order, contact the Bureau of Compliance, Consumer Product Safety Commission, 5401 Westbard Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland 20207. a. This announcement is being made in the public interest.
The rugs, which were imported by A. Leon Capel & Sons, Inc., Troy, North Carolina, were sold under the style name "Eros S.C." The rugs were all wool and came in a variety of colors, color combinations, and sizes.
Compost & Leaf Shredders Repaired by Kemp Shredder NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 24, 1975 Release # 75-018 Kemp Offers Free Repair Kit For Compost And Leaf Shredders ERIE, PENNSYLVANIA (Feb. 24) -- Kemp Shredder Company, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, announces the immediate availability of a free corrective kit for compost and leaf shredders with Model Nos. SKO, 6-0, and 6-04 to reduce the possibility of injury to users. The uncorrected models pose a potential safety hazard to consumers. The user's hand could be drawn into the shredding machinery when a stick or branch is inserted at a certain angle while the machine is operating. The free corrective kit provided by the Kemp Shredder Company will contain a protective plate with simple installation instructions, revised operating instructions, and safety decals. The protective plate, to be installed by the consumer, will reduce the potential hazard. Only Model Nos. SKO, 6-0, and 6-04, which were sold nationally, are involved in the corrective program voluntarily undertaken by the firm. These models were manufactured prior to May 16, 1973, although some may have been sold after that date. The model numbers are located on the shredder nameplate. Consumers who have difficulty in finding the model number should contact the Kemp Shredder Company. The Kemp Shredder Company is notifying by certified mail all known purchasers of the availability of the corrective kits. Owners of the above models who have not received the letter are urged to contact the Kemp Shredder Company, P.O. Box 6275, Erie, Pennsylvania 16512.
Medicine Cabinets Warning NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 7, 1975 Release # 75-006 Warning Issued On Certain Medicine Cabinets Washington, D.C. -- Owners of nearly 9,000 Sears and Kent medicine cabinets with built-in electrical outlets purchased since September, 1974 were today urged to return them due to a potential shock hazard. The Consumer Product Safety Commission has been informed that some of the electrical outlets may have been improperly assembled, which could result in a serious shock when consumers use an appliance with a 3-prong grounded plug. It is also possible that a shock hazard could exist if the medicine cabinet itself is not properly installed. The cabinets were manufactured by the Kent Division, LCA Corporation, Bellevue, Kentucky. The potential hazard was reported to the Commission by H.H. Flourescent Parts, Inc. of Cheltenham, Pa., manufacturers of the outlet. No injuries have been reported. The cabinets were sold under the Kent name through independent distributors, jobbers and retailers east of Salt Lake City and throughout the nation under the Sears name by Sears, Roebuck and Company. Only cabinets sold since September, 1974 are involved. Prices ranged from $50 to $160, depending on the model. The Sears models are identified as Nos: 861-38530 861-3854 861-3854 861-3855 861-38710 861-38800 861-38541 861-38551 The Kent units were sold to independent retailers east of Salt Lake City, Utah. These units are identified by Nos: L-GO-1216 L-WO-1216 L-GO-1420 L-WO-1420 L-G-CAR-1420 L-W-CAR-1420 L-CRE-1420 L-CEO-1420 L-LEX-1420 L-SOM-1420 L-SO-1420 L-COA-1420 L-WIL-1420 Model numbers are located on a nameplate under the bottom shelf. Consumers, builders and others who bought these cabinets are urged to return them to their place of purchase for exchange, repair or refund. Sears customers requesting assistance in cabinet removal should contact their local Sears stores. Kent customers should contact the store from which the purchase was made.
Gas Leak Detector Fluid Warning NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 6, 1975 Release # 75-005 CPSC Warns Public Of Fire/Explosion Hazard Associated With Suspect Gas Leak Detector Fluid Washington, D.C. --The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission today warned consumers, mobile home manufacturers and distributors, and gas companies in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Nebraska, North and South Dakota that a blue colored gas leak detector fluid distributed since 1972 by L.P. Gas Equipment, Inc., St. Paul, Minnesota, can corrode brass fittings and lead to hazardous gas leaks and subsequent fires and explosions. Any person or company that has used this detector fluid on brass connectors should have the piping inspected immediately for corrosion or discoloration. The connectors should be replaced as quickly as possible. Consumers in these states who have had gas appliances installed or inspected for leaks since 1972 should contact the company that installed the product or their local gas company for an immediate inspection. The corrosion problem apparently is due to the presence of ammonia in the fluid. A common method of installing gas appliances is to use a flexible brass connector to connect the appliance to rigid piping. If a leak detector fluid containing ammonia is used to check for faulty tube fittings, the ammonia residue can cause cracks and leaks in the brass. These cracks can enlarge over time. The fluid was manufactured by Fremont Industries, Shakopee, Minnesota, for L. P. Gas Equipment, Inc., which sold 1,155 gallons of the solution, in various package sizes, to 117 gas companies. L. P. Gas has asked its purchasers-- none of whom would be consumers -- to discontinue use of the fluid and to destroy existing stocks. The Commission obtained the names of these customers by subpoena and is advising them of the serious nature of the hazard. The Commission also is encouraging immediate inspection and replacement of all fittings that may have been treated with the suspect leak detector fluid. At the same time, the Commission is proceeding with administrative action that could lead to mandatory corrective action by the manufacturer, distributors and retailers of the fluid. The State of Minnesota, Building Code Division, reported the potential problem of the ammonia containing fluid to the Commission's Minneapolis Area Office in September 1974. The Commission consulted with the National Bureau of Standards in order to confirm that the corrosion damage was, or could have been, caused by the ammonia solution. This warning is being issued in the interest of the public health and safety.
Plymouth Shops Stops Importing & Selling Women's Scarves NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 3, 1975 Release # 75-001 CPSC Sets Provisional Consent Agreement With Plymouth Shops On Public Record WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission today announced that it has provisionally accepted a consent agreement prohibiting Plymouth Shops, Inc., 125 West End Avenue, New York City, from importing and selling products which fail to meet the requirements of the Flammable Fabrics Act, as amended. Specifically, the Commission found that certain women's scarves sold by the company did not meet the applicable flammability standard under the Act. The scarves in question are Pleated 100 per cent silk chiffon, measuring 28" by 28" and come in green, pink, brown, beige, violet and blue. They bear three labels: a cloth label reading "Made in Italy, Plymouth;" another cloth label reading "Made in Italy, All silk;" and a paper label reading "Plymouth Shops [Style No.] 6244." The scarves sell for $12.00. A number were imported and sold in 1971. Plymouth Shops has consented to notify customers who may have purchased the product and to conduct a recall. This announcement is made in the public interest in order to alert customers to the failure of the scarves to conform to the flammability standard. This agreement is for settlement purposes only and does not constitute an admission by the respondent that it has violated the law. When issued by the Commission on a formal basis, a consent order carries the force of law with respect to future actions. A violation of such an order may result in a civil penalty up to $5,000 per violation being imposed upon the respondent. The complaint and consent order will remain on the public record from January 2 through March 2. Comments received from the public during this period will become part of the public record. The Commission may withdraw its acceptance of the agreement after further consideration. Further information concerning this matter may be obtained from the Bureau of Compliance, Consumer Product Safety Commission, 5401 Westbard Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland 20207.
Siber Hegner Stops Importing & Selling Women's Scarves NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 3, 1975 Release # 75-002 CPSC Sets Provisional Consent Agreement With Siber Hegner On Public Record WASHINGTON, D.C.(January 3)--The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission today announced that it has provisionally accepted a consent agreement prohibiting Siber Hegner and Co., Inc., 1250 Broadway, New York, New York, from importing and selling products which fail to meet the requirements of the Flammable Fabrics Act. Specifically, the Commission found that certain women's scarves sold by the company did not meet the applicable flammability standard under the Act. The scarves in question are 100 per cent nylon with metallic threads running throughout. They measure approximately 26" by 26" and come in colors of gold, navy, blue, brown, orange, golden red, white and light tan. The scarves contain cloth labels that read "100 per cent Nylon Georgette" or "100 per cent Nylon, Exclusive of Ornamentation Made in Japan" or "Golden Glow Round 100 per cent Nylon." A number of these scarves were imported and sold in 1970. Siber Hegner and Co., Inc. has consented to notify customers who may have purchased the product and to conduct a recall. This announcement is made in the public interest in order to alert customers to the failure of the scarves to conform to the flammability standard. This agreement is for settlement purposes only and does not constitute an admission by the company that it has violated the law. When issued by the Commission on a formal basis, a consent order carries the force of law with respect to future actions. A violation of such an order may result in a civil penalty up to $5,000 per violation being imposed upon a respondent. The complaint and consent order will remain on the public record from January 2 through March 2, 1975. Comments from the public received during this period will become part of the public record. The Commission may withdraw its acceptance of the agreement after further consideration. Further information concerning this matter may be obtained from the Bureau of Compliance, Consumer Product Safety Commission, 5401 Westbard Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland 20207.
CPSC Issues Warning On Certain Christmas Lites NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 18, 1974 Release # 74-085 CPSC Issues Warning On Certain Christmas Lites Washington, D.C. (Dec. 18, 1974) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission in cooperation with the S.S. Kresge Co. and Noma Manufacturing and Import Co. today warned consumers that approximately 300,000 sets of indoor-outdoor miniature Christmas lights sold nationwide over the past two years could present severe hazard of electric shock and fire. Exposed metal contacts in the female end connector and loose or exposed bare wire connections make the lights potentially hazardous. Kresge sold the lights under its own brand name in K-Mart, Kresge and Jupiter stores across the country for between $2.00 and $5.00. The label on the greenish blue and white carton reads: "35 or 50 Professional Decorator's Miniature Lites." Possibly defective sets have the following serial numbers on the front of the carton: 91-21; 91-23; 91-24; 91-25; 91-26: 91-27; 91-28; 91-40B and 91-43 (for indoor only.) The Noma brand lights, which were sold in small retail outlets across the nation, are called "Noma Deluxe" and also state "35 or 50 Mini-Mini Lites" on the front of the box. Possibly defective sets carry the following numbers on the box cover: 3835; 3836: 3850; 3851; 3854; 3856. These lights were designed to be used singly or in groups. Noma will correct and repair, at no cost, all sets returned to them -- Noma, Forest Park, Illinois 60130. Consumers who purchased these lights should cease using them immediately and carefully disconnect them from electrical outlets. The Kresge Co. has stated that it will refund the purchase price. The Commission was alerted to the hazard after a youngster in Chicago received a shock when he accidentally touched the lights. The Commission urges consumers to check all their Christmas lights for possible hazards.
Infant & Toddler's Night Wear by Lady Lovely Apparel May Not Be Sold NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 8, 1974 Release # 74-076 Flammable Fabrics Consent Order Against Lady Lovely Apparel, Inc. Washington, D.C. (Nov. 8) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission today announced that it has provisionally accepted a consent order prohibiting Lady Lovely Apparel, Inc., 2801 South Main Street, Salt Lake City, Utah 84115, from selling products which fail to meet the requirements of the Flammable Fabrics Act, as amended. Specifically, the Commission found that certain styles of infant's gowns and toddler's pajamas, gowns and robes, manufactured after July 29, 1972, failed to meet the acceptance criterion of the Standard for the Flammability of Children's Sleepwear (DOC FF 3-71). The styles in question are as follows: Style #632-Baby gowns in sizes 61 12, 18 and 24 months; Style #6130-Toddler's pajamas for ages 3, 4, 6 and 6x; Style #6131-Toddler's gowns for ages 3, 4, 6, and 6x. Style #6132-Toddler's button robes for ages 3, 4, 6 and 6x. Each of the garments has a cloth label sewn into the inside shoulder seam which has the style number written on the backside in pen or pencil. The label reads as follows: LADY LOVELY 100% Nylon Tricot. EXCLUSIVE OF TRIM MACHINE WASH WARM. GENTLE. TUMBLE DRY. LOW. REMOVE PROMPTLY. DO NOT TWIST OR WRING, WASH DARKS SEPARATELY. RN 30896 [Age-Size] All of the garments were made of 100% Nylon tricot and come in various colors including blue, pink, coral, lavender, yellow or white. The Commission knows of no other way to describe this sleepwear. Most of the garments in question were sold in department stores in Idaho, Utah and California. Lady Lovely Apparel, Inc. has consented to notify customers who may have purchased the product and conduct a recall. This announcement is made in the public interest in order to alert consumers of the sleepwear's failure to conform to the flammability standard. The Complaint and Consent Order will remain on the public record from November 8 through January 6. Comments from the public received during this period will become part of the Public Record. The Commission may withdraw its acceptance of the Agreement after further consideration. The Agreement is for settlement purposes only and does not constitute an admission by the respondents that they violated the law. When issued by the Commission on a final basis the consent order does carry the force of law with respect to future violations. A violation of such an order may result in a civil penalty up to $10,000 per violation being imposed upon a respondent.
Kemp Shredder - Safety Instructions NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 4, 1974 Release # 74-074 Safety Instructions Issued On Kemp Shredder Erie, Pennsylvania (Nov. 4) -- Kemp Shredder Company of Erie, Pennsylvania, manufacturers of home shredder and cornposting equipment used for the shredding and cornposting of leaves, weeds, grass clippings, brush trimmings, garden residues, kitchen scraps, small sticks and similar material today issued the following instructions to owners and users of its models numbered or identified as SKO; 6-04; and 6-0, any and all of which were manufactured and sold by Kemp Shredder Company prior to May 16, 1973. All owners and users of those models are hereby instructed that in the use of any of the models the operating instructions including the warnings contained therein as well as the warning placards and plates affixed to the machine should be read and the contents specifically noted. In addition any owner or user should strictly adhere to the following instructions: Before starting the engine and during all times the engine is running put on and continue to use safety goggles of a type that will prevent any material from entering the eyes. Before starting the engine and during all times the engine is running use ear protection devices of a kind or type now commercially available and which reduce the noise impact upon the hearing mechanism. If at any time while the machine is operating any material becomes stuck in the hopper or any material accumulates at or near the front discharge door, shut off the machine immediately and allow engine to cool. Then use a three-foot stick of no greater than one-inch in diameter to clear the hopper or to remove the material at the front discharge door. Do not restart engine until these steps have been followed. Under no circumstances should any user of said models put any portion of his or her hands in any part of the machine while the engine is running, or attempt to hold onto materials being fed into the machine. Grasp sticks or twigs with index finger and thumb only while feeding shredder. Always be alert to the presence of youngsters near the machine.
Consumers Warned About Possible Saddle Pad Anthrax Contamination NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 1, 1974 Release # 74-073 Consumers Warned About Possible Saddle Pad Anthrax Contamination WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 1) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission in cooperation with the Perforated Pad Company today warned consumers, particularly horse owners, that 5,000 to 10,000 "Alaskan Hair Saddle Pads" sold nationwide since January could be contaminated with anthrax spores. The saddle pads, which utilized imported animal hair, retailed for between $7 and $9. The pads were manufactured by the Perforated Pad Company, Woonsocket, Rhode Island. The saddle pads are about three-quarters to one-inch thick with cotton duck quilt on one side and exposed short coarse greyish-black colored animal hair on the other side. They range in sizes from about 26 by 28 inches to 30 by 30 inches. The pads may bear a three-by-five inch blue label on the quilted side that includes the name of the manufacturer and one of six style numbers: 238, 238R, 500, 500R, 832 and 832R. Consumers who own one of these saddle pads should place the product in a sealed double plastic bag and call a local or state health department for disposal instructions. Consumers should not attempt to sterilize the pad, incinerate it, or throw it away because of the risk of further contamination. Perforated Pad Co. has voluntarily agreed to refund the price of the pads to all purchasers. Consumers who bought one of these pads should contact the retailer from whom it was purchased to arrange for a refund. The Commission was alerted to the possibility of anthrax contamination by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services following the death of a horse in the state and the subsequent deaths of numerous animals on a private game ranch who were fed the infected horse meat. Anthrax is an acute bacterial disease which can be fatal for humans if untreated. It can be transmitted from a product bearing the anthrax spores through skin contact, inhalation or ingestion of contaminated foods. Anthrax infection is not contagious from one person to another. The disease, for humans and animals, may start with a blister or pustule and can develop into a depressed area of dead tissue with a dark crust. Fever and other symptoms may not appear until the disease is severe. This warning is being issued in the interest of the public health and safety and in conjunction with the Center for Disease Control which is under the Public Health Service in the Department of Health, Education and Welfare. The Commission is continuing its investigations to determine whether the contaminated animal hair has been sold to other manufacturers by the importer and used in the production of other products.
Trouble/Mechanic Lights by A. K. Electric Warning NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 26, 1974 Release # 74-054 CPSC Warns Of Fatal Electric Shock Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 26) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission today warned consumers that some 200,000 household "trouble lights" or "mechanic's lights" sold in the past year pose an imminent danger of serious or fatal electric shock. Consumers should immediately cease use of the product, taking extreme care not to touch any metal parts when disconnecting the light from the electrical outlet. The light was manufactured by A. K. Electric Corporation, Brooklyn, New York. It has been distributed by several firms and sold by stores across the country, including Woolco Department Stores, Zayre, Korvettes, Food Fair, and J. J. Newberry. The trouble light retails for about $1.50. The potentially dangerous "trouble light" bears no brand name, label, or other distinguishing marks. Its appearance is similar to many other mechanics' lights. Consumers who are uncertain whether they own a potentially hazardous light should immediately discontinue use !of the product and check with the store where it was purchased to identify the manufacturer. The product consists of either a 5, 10, or 20-foot flexible cord with a male plug at one end and a light socket assembly at the opposite end. The light bulb is enclosed by a metal case and hinged wire guard with a hook at the top. The socket assembly Contains an on-off switch together with a double female receptacle subassembly. The insulating cover for the socket assembly serves as a handle for the unit and is made of exceptionally soft, flexible plastic. If the handle is grasped in a normal manner, the user's hand or fingers may, because of the soft, flexible plastic cover, contact the metal of the receptacles, creating a serious potential for electric shock. This warning is being issued because it is the view of the Commission that the "trouble light" in question is imminently hazardous and presents an imminent and unreasonable risk of death or severe personal injury to the public. A CPSC spokesman said the Commission has investigated a fatal electric shock in Florida which was believed to have been caused by this model "trouble light."
CPSC and National Presto Industries, Inc. urged consumers who may have certain Presto or private-label electric fry pans - manufactured prior to Sept. 1973 - to contact the company about possible excessive current leakage, which could cause electric shock
Toy Chest Warning by Jackson Furniture NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 25, 1974 Release # 74-013 CPSC Warns Of Toy Chest Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C.(Feb. 25) --The Consumer Product Safety Commission today urged purchasers of a particular toy chest to return the chests to the retailer where they were purchased for a full refund. The toy chests, manufactured by the Jackson Furniture Corporation, Jackson, Tenn., were sold by 40 retailers, including Sears, Roebuck and Company, who sold the chest through its catalog. Tile action came after the chests were reportedly associated with the death of one child and serious injury to another in separate incidents. The accidents apparently resulted from the children's heads being caught between the front of the case and the top of the chest. Some 13,000 of the chests were manufactured by Jackson Furniture, and 95 percent were sold through the Sears catalog during the past four years. The Consumer Product Safety Commission believes most of these are still in the hands of consumers. The CPSC notified Jackson Furniture Corporation and Sears last November 7 that the chest was involved in the accidents. The death occurred September 3, 1973, and the serious injury January 1972. Jackson discontinued production, and Sears took the items off sale November 21. Jackson issued a national announcement on November 26 advising its retailers to take the chest off sale. The Sears chests can be identified by their padded 3-inch top and come in three colors--yellow, orange, and walnut finish-- with a side print design of lambs and daisies. The Sears catalog listed the chest under model numbers 88063, 88064, and 88065. Sears will continue to refund the full price of the chest in accordance with company policy. A redesigned chest with a lighter and flat lid is now being sold in the Sears catalog. This redesigned chest is not involved in the above action. The Jackson Furniture Corporation, who sold similar chests to 39 other retailers, stated that it will refund the full wholesale price to retailers for return of the chests. The chests are identical in construction to the Sears chests except for a pale yellow metal frame with sides and top decorations in a series of white, green, and yellow circles and star patterns. The name of Jackson Furniture Corporation is located on a fixed tag inside the chest. The chests are listed by Stock No. 9023 which is stamped on the packing carton but not on the chest itself. The CPSC has commended Sears and the Jackson Furniture Corporation for their action.
Wel-Dex Arc Welders Warning NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 22, 1974 Release # 74-012 CPSC Alerts Consumers To Potential Hazard In Electric Arc Welder WASHINGTON, D.C.(Feb. 22)--The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission today warned that approximately 200,000 "Wel-Dex" arc welders purchased by consumers over the past four to six years may contain defects capable of causing fatal electric shock. Consumers should immediately cease use of the product and take extreme care when disconnecting it from an electrical outlet. The terminals on the welder are exposed, creating a potential hazard of electric shock, and, in addition, poor connection of the line cord to the welder could render the entire outer frame electrically alive. The welders were manufactured by Wel-Dex Manufacturing Company, a subsidiary of Relco Industries, 2210 West 34th Street, Houston, Texas. Both the names of the welder and the manufacturer appear on a nameplate on the welder. The product was advertised through various media including organic gardening and farming magazines. All sales were made by mail order. The Commission learned about the potential hazard as a result of a consumer complaint from an electrical engineer. The Commission is investigating alternatives open to it to insure that the product is corrected or removed from the market. Further information will be released to consumers as soon as it is available.
Mini Shadowy Stand Lamp - Fourth Warning NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 21, 1974 Release # 74-011 CPSC Issues Fourth Warning Of Electric Shock Hazard In Lamp WASHINGTON, D.C.(Feb. 21) --Consumers who have purchased the "Mini Shadowy Stand" lamp from discount stores or retail shops are urged to discontinue use of the lamp because it contains defects which could result in fatal electric shock, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said today. The Commission warns consumers to use extreme care when unplugging the lamp and to avoid touching any metal objects while doing so. Consumers should return the lamp to the dealer from whom it was purchased for a full refund. The Commission issued its fourth warning about the "Rainbow Lamp" following a report that an additional 4,800 of the hazardous revolving novelty lights have been sold to retail outlets nationwide by Dan Brechner & Company, Inc., an import company located at 1115 Broadway, New York, New York. The firm has agreed to alert the retail outlets to the hazard by direct mail and to repurchase the lamp from them. The company listed the lamps, which were sold by the dozen, as Item Number 64219. The lamps were manufactured by Hsin Hsin Handicraft Factory in Taipei, Taiwan. The first warning to consumers was issued by the Commission on February 6th regarding 35,000 lamps sold mail order by Greenland Studios, Miami, Florida. Subsequently, it was found that another 20,000 of the lamps had been sold to consumers through catalogs and stores by Spencer Gifts, Inc., Atlantic City, New Jersey, and by Nancy Sales Company, Charlestown, Massachusetts. All of the lamps involved in the warnings have been imported from Taiwan. They were sold to consumers for about $1.99. Commission officials said that the lamp, which was designed to cast shadows of various shapes on the wall, also may have been sold in the United States by several other firms. For updated information about additional companies involved in the recall, consumers and businessmen should call the Safety Hot Line 800-638-2772.
Gas & Electric Dryers Manufactured by Lux Time Co. Warning NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 15, 1974 Release # 74-008 CPSC Issues Warning Of Electric Shock Hazard In Gas And Electric Dryers WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb.15)--The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission today warned consumers that approximately 3,000 gas and electric clothes dryers manufactured after November 8, 1973, and sold in the past four months may have potentially defective timers capable of causing fatal electric shock. Owners of the suspect units are urged to immediately unplug the dryer, being careful not to touch any metal surfaces. The model and serial number may be located by opening the door of the clothes dryer and looking at the upper lefthand corner of the door well. The timers were manufactured by Lux Time Company of Connecticut, a division of Robertshaw Controls Company, and were sold to the Franklin Manufacturing Company, Webster City, Iowa, which, in turn, sold them to the six dryer manufacturers. The Franklin Manufacturing Company, a subsidiary of White Consolidated of Cleveland, Ohio, reported the defect to the Commission February 12, and has directed its customers to halt delivery on the dryers. The firm has advised consumers who may have purchased any of the dryers in question to contact the dealer from whom it was purchased for inspection and, if necessary, replacement of the control at no cost to the customer. For further information, call the Consumer Product Safety Commission toll-free hot line (800) 638-2772. Customer Brand Name # Units Model # Serial #'s Kelvinator, Inc. Kelvinator 1,569 DE640GA DE522GW DE522GC DE522GH DE522GA 042210 & 042292 037466 - 041533 037198 - 040199 037696 - 041287 036604 - 040842 WT Grant Bradford 870 78-196 78-303 78-204 78-212 78-287 42119 - 43469 40221 - 42711 41325 - 43669 38839 - 43368 42318 - 42416 Admiral Corp. Admiral 479 LDE 1833 LDG 1833 LDE 1835 3058824 - 3067520 3061381 - 3068230 3067699 - 3067760 3065180 Hamilton Appliance Co. Hamilton 175 DS 253W DP 253W DS 153W 33057 & 33107 32710 - 32884 32912 - 33319 Gamble-Skogmo Coronado 158 45-1203 45-1223 12328 - 12427 12228 - 12319 Kalvinator Sales of Puerto Rico Kelvinator 126 DE522G-W DE522G-H DE522G-A DE522G-C 038421 - 038490 039078 - 039107 036584 - 036603 037240 - 040194
Mini Shadowy Stand Lamp - Third Warning NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 15, 1974 Release # 74-009 CPSC Issues Third Warning on Electric Shock Hazard in Lamp WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb. 15)--The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission today learned that an additional 7,200 of the hazardous "Mini Shadowy Stand" lamps have been purchased by consumers from the Nancy Sales Company, 267 Medford Street, Charlestown, Massachusetts. In its third warning to consumers, the Commission urged purchasers of the lamp to discontinue use because it contains defects which could result in fatal electric shock. Consumers are warned to use "extreme care" in disconnecting the lamp plug from electrical outlets and to avoid touching any metal objects while doing so. The lamps imported from Taiwan and retailing for $1.99 are designed to cast shadows of various shapes on walls when in use and have been advertised as a "sensuous light show" and providing a "sea of whirling colors." The lamps have been sold in gift shops, discount stores, retail shops, carnival outlets, and mail order houses on the East Coast over the last four months. Further imports of the lamp have been halted, and the Company has agreed to refund the full purchase price on all returns, including cost of postage.