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All product recalls affecting Kentucky.
Includes nationwide recalls (tagged “Nationwide”) and recalls with Kentucky in the distribution area.
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 # 92-108 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 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 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 # 92-096 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
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 9, 1992 Release # 92-095 PRODUCT: Yazoo "high wheel" gasoline powered walk-behind lawn mowers, manufactured and purchased since June 1982. The mowers were sold through retailers in the southern, southeastern, and northeastern United States. PROBLEM: The mowers were intended for commercial use and were not equipped with a blade control device. As a result, consumers who may have purchased the mowers may be injured from contact with the rotating mower blade. WHAT TO DO: Yazoo is no longer in the mower business. Repairs are no longer available. Consumers should not use the product. WASHINGTON, DC -- As the summer lawn mowing season swings into gear, Yazoo Manufacturing Company, Jackson, MS, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), is again announcing a safety modification program for certain models of its commercial "high wheel" gasoline powered walk-behind lawn mowers purchased by consumers since June 1982. The safety modification program was originally announced in a December 1991 press release. These lawn mowers are not equipped with a blade control device that stops the blade within three seconds after release of the controls, as required for consumer mowers by CPSC's Safety Standard for Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers. As a result, consumers may be injured from contact with the rotating mower blade. The lawn mowers were manufactured beginning in 1982 and involve the following push and self-propelled big wheel models: S22B, P22B, P22W, S22W, S24B, P24B, P24W, S24W, S26B and S26W. The mowers are labeled with a bright yellow decal that states: "NOTICE. THIS MOWER DOES NOT MEET CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS. COMMERCIAL USE ONLY." These mowers have a suggested retail price of between $750.00 and $900.00 and were sold to retailers in the southern, southeastern and northeastern United States. Although the lawn mowers were intended for sale to commercial operators, Yazoo and CPSC are concerned that a number of mowers have been purchased by consumers. Neither CPSC nor the company is aware of any consumer injuries resulting from the lack of a blade control device on these mowers. Yazoo is no longer manufacturing any high wheel lawn mowers without a three-second blade-stopping mechanism. The company will voluntarily modify those lawn mowers that were purchased by consumers since June 1982, the effective date of the lawn mower standard. This modification program covers only those lawn mowers purchased by consumers for their personal use and does not include lawn mowers purchased for industrial, commercial, or professional uses. The company has developed a kit consisting of a blade brake and engine-stopping device that will be installed on the lawn mowers to make the blade stop within the required three seconds after release of the controls. Yazoo has previously informed its dealers that these mowers are only to be sold to commercial users. Yazoo also has initiated a certification program to ensure that the remaining mowers in inventory are sold only to commercial customers. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this safety 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 2, 1992 Release # 92-093 Choking Hazard Prompts Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. To Recall Bunny On A Stick PRODUCT: 4,700 "Bunny on a Stick" items sold from February 1 to April 15, 1992 by Wal-Mart stores. PROBLEM: The item failed the CPSC rattle test because the handle may cause a small child to choke and/or suffocate. In addition, the wooden balls attached to the item came off during testing and also present a choking hazard. WHAT TO DO: Return to place of purchase for a refund. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. of Bentonville, Arkansas is voluntarily recalling approximately 4,700 "Bunny On A Stick" Easter rattles, item number 100660. The item failed the CPSC rattle test because the four-inch long by half-inch diameter wooden handle represents a choking hazard. In addition, two one-half inch diameter wooden balls attached to the item came off during testing, also presenting a choking hazard. The item is constructed of wood and consists of a handle attached to a body with a bunny head and two balls representing its paws. The balls strike the hollow bunny head producing a sound when the item is shaken. The item is painted in pastel colors and was imported from Taiwan by Wal-Mart. Bunny On A Stick items, were sold nationwide from February 1, 1992 to April 15, 1992, for approximately $2.00 each. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. reported to CPSC that they received a report of a child who nearly choked on one of the small wooden balls. Neither CPSC nor the company is aware of any other safety complaints or injuries involving this product. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. Consumers are urged to take the Bunny On A Stick item away from young children immediately and return it to the store where purchased for a refund. Consumers with questions about this recall may contact the company at 1-501-273-4314. 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 30, 1992 Release # 92-107 Starr Display Fireworks Recalls Three Large Display Rack Fireworks Devices PRODUCT: Starr Display Fireworks' #100 Original, #100 Z, and #100 Gold and Silver Palm 4 Shot Rack fireworks devices. Each device consists of four tall tubes mounted on a 3-1/2 inch X 13-1/2 inch board. The boards have two support feet. PROBLEM: These devices may tip over during operation and fire their charges horizontally, resulting in possible serious injury to persons nearby. WHAT TO DO: Consumers are urged to discontinue use immediately and return these fireworks devices to the retail store where purchased for a full refund. Consumers with questions should call Starr Display Fireworks at (701) 293-9730. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Starr Display Fireworks, Fargo, ND is voluntarily recalling its #100 Original, #100 Z, and #100 Gold and Silver Palm 4 Shot Rack fireworks devices. Approximately 7,500 of these devices were sold since 1990. The affected fireworks may tip over during operation and fire their charges horizontally, resulting in possible serious injury to persons nearby. Each device consists of four tall tubes mounted on a 3-1/2 inch x 13-1/2 inch board. The boards have two support feet. The tubes for the #100 Original are named "#100 Silver Palm," "#200 Crackling DeLight," "#100 Gold Palm," and "#100 Starr Mine." The tubes for the #100 Z are named "#100 Glittering Comet," "#100 Silver Palm," "#200 Celestial Splendor," and "#200 Crackling DeLight." The #100 Gold and Silver Palm has two tubes named "#100 Gold Palm," and two tubes named "#100 Silver Palm." All of the affected fireworks' tubes also have labels that read, in part: "Starr Display Fireworks, Fargo, North Dakota." Although the Commission is not aware of any incidents involving these particular products, 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 devices were sold through approximately 100 wholesalers to retail stores nationwide. They retailed for approximately $40.Consumers are urged to immediately discontinue use of these fireworks devices and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. Consumers with questions about this recall may contact Starr Display Fireworks at (701) 293-9730. 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
MAY 29, 1992 Release # 92-089 Delair Group, Inc. Offers Replacement Parts For Certain "A" Frame Pool Ladders PRODUCT: 52-inch "A" frame pool ladders manufactured by Delair Group, Inc. The affected ladders are model numbers X4932-01 and X4932-06. PROBLEM: When pressure is applied, the handrails of the ladders may bend outward, creating a gap between the handrail and the side plate. This gap allows room for fingers or hands to become caught and injured. WHAT TO DO: Consumers with these ladders should call 1-800-235-0185 to receive replacement parts that will connect the sideplate to the handrails; this will prevent a gap from forming. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Delair Group, Inc. of Delair, NJ, is announcing a repair program of their 52 inch "A" frame pool ladders, model numbers X4932-01 and X4932-06. When pressure is applied to the handrails of the ladder, the handrails can bend outward creating a gap between the handrail and side plate. This gap allows room for fingers or hands to become caught and injured. CPSC was informed of this potentially unsafe product by Delair Group, Inc. as a result of six consumer reports of children's fingers or hands being caught in the ladder. These children received injuries that included minor scrapes, severe lacerations, and a severed tendon. Approximately 7,500 pool ladders were distributed from April 1990 through October 1, 1991. The ladders were sold by Delair under the "Patriot" trade name to swimming pool supply distributors and retailers predominantly in the Eastern United States. The Patriot trademark is not affixed to the ladder. However, consumers can identify the affected ladders, model numbers X4932-01 and X4932-06, by checking the model numbers listed on the instruction sheet included with the ladder's packaging. Delair is in the process of obtaining customer lists from retailers and pool supply distributors so consumers who purchased the ladders can be contacted directly. Consumers who purchased the affected pool ladders will be sent two new ladder sideplates, two new handrails and instructions on how to install the parts. The replacement parts are designed to connect the sideplates to the handrails. This will prevent a gap from forming when pressure is exerted on the handrail. Consumers who purchased the affected pool ladder but have not already received replacement parts from Delair Group, Inc. may write to Patriot Manufacturing Co., 8600 River Road, Delair, NJ 08110. Consumers should give their name, address, phone number, the date they purchased the pool ladder, and enclose a copy of the sales receipt or a photo of the ladder for positive identification. Consumers may also call the company's customer service department at 1-800-235-0185. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing 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 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
May 28, 1992 Release # 92-091 Chilton-Globe, Inc. Recalls Evenflo Mini Nursers Doll Care Set Due To Choking Hazard PRODUCT: Toy baby bottle, Evenflo Mini Nursers Doll Care Sets, imported by Chilton-Globe, Inc., model number 8075-9, sold in a blister package of two per set. PROBLEM: The toy nipples may separate from the bases of the holders and the caps packaged with the toy bottles are small parts posing a choking and aspiration hazard to children under three years of age. WHAT TO DO: Return postage pre-paid to Chilton-Globe, Inc., 820 Buffalo Street, Manitowac, WI 54221 for a full refund. For more information, consumers may contact Chilton-Globe, Inc. at 1-800-558-7720 and ask for Department 119. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Chilton-Globe, Inc., of Manitowoc, WI is voluntarily recalling toy Evenflo Mini-Nursers, model number 8075-9, marketed as a doll care set. When CPSC tested the toy Evenflo Mini Nursers in accordance with regulations under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act, the nipples separated from the bases of the holders posing a potential choking or aspiration hazard for children under three years of age. The caps packaged with the bottles also pose a potential choking or aspiration hazard for children under three years of age. The Evenflo Mini Nursers are a set of two clear plastic toy baby bottles. Each bottle measures 3-3/4 inches tall and one inch in diameter. The toy bottles are packaged with two pink or blue bottle caps and are sold in a cardboard-backed blister package. The label on the package reads in part: " . . . Chilton Toys Evenflo Doll Care Set . . . Made in China . . . for ages 3 and up."This recall applies only to toy nursing bottles and does not apply in any way to regular size Evenflo nursing bottles. The toy Evenflo Mini Nursers, imported by Chilton-Globe, Inc., were sold nationwide at a variety of retail stores for $1.00 to $2.00 each from the mid 1980s through December 1991. Consumers are urged to take the nursers away from children under three years of age immediately and if purchased after January 1, 1990, return the nursers, postage pre-paid, to Chilton-Globe, Inc., 820 Buffalo Street, Manitowoc, WI 54221 for a full refund. For more information about this recall, consumers may contact Chilton-Globe, Inc. at 1-800-558-7720 and ask for Department 119. Neither CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving this product. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The potentially hazardous toys were identified at the Port of Chicago, IL, during a joint CPSC/U.S. Customs program. Chilton-Globe, Inc. and CPSC are announcing this recall to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury associated with consumer products. 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
MAY 26, 1992 Release # 92-088 M. Ginsburg and Co. Recalls Toy Nursing Bottle Due To Choking Hazard PRODUCT: 144,000 Toy Nursing Bottles measuring 2-1/4 inches tall, with a twist on and off blue or pink cap and a hole in the nipple of each cap. PROBLEM: The bottle caps present a possible choking hazard to young children. WHAT TO DO: Return to the store where purchased for a full refund. For more information, consumers may call M. Ginsburg and Co. at 1-312-243-2734. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), M. Ginsburg and Co. of Chicago, IL is voluntarily recalling 144,000 Toy Nursing Bottles, model number 6608. The bottle caps separated from the bottles posing a potential choking hazard for young children when CPSC tested the Toy Nursing Bottle in accordance with regulations under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act. The Toy Nursing Bottle measures 2-1/4 inches tall and comes with twist on and off blue or pink caps and a hole in the nipple of each cap. The bottles were made in Hong Kong. The Toy Nursing Bottle, imported by M. Ginsburg and Co., was sold nationwide at craft stores from January 1982 through January 1992. The bottles sold for a retail price of $1.00 each. Consumers are urged to take the bottles away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. For more information, consumers may call M. Ginsburg and Co. at 1-312-243-2734. Neither CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving this product. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The potentially hazardous toy was identified at the Port of Chicago, IL, during a joint CPSC/U.S. Customs surveillance program. CPSC is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
MAY 26, 1992 Release # 92-087 Parker Hannifin Corp. Recalls 1/4-Inch Gas Hoses PRODUCT: Approximately 60,000 feet of 1/4-inch gas hose commonly used in outdoor gas grills. All recalled hoses were made on September 3, 1991 and has lettering on the outside that reads: "5561 MH8749 UND. LAB. INC. R LIST L.P. GAS HOSE ISSUE No. D-1723 MAX WK. PRESS. 350 PSI (2.4 MPa) 1750 PSI BURST 09/03/91 C.G.A. Type I." PROBLEM: Hoses may leak gas and could result in a fire and/or explosion. WHAT TO DO: Discontinue use of products with subject hoses and return products to their place of purchase for replacement or credit. Call 1-800-472-6844 for further information. WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Parker Hannifin Corporation of Cleveland, OH, is voluntarily recalling certain 1/4-inch gas hoses which may have been used in outdoor gas grills. These hoses are also used on tank cars and storage tanks that deliver liquid petroleum gas. The recalled hose may leak causing a fire and/or explosion. Approximately 60,000 feet of the subject hose was produced on September 3, 1991. CPSC was informed of this potential hazard by Parker Hannifin Corporation after the firm was notified of the problem by one of its customers. There have been no reported incidents or injuries associated with the product. Affected gas hoses may be identified by white ink lettering printed on the outside surface of the hose. The lettering reads: "5561 MH8749 UND. LAB. INC. R LIST L.P. GAS HOSE ISSUE No. D-1723 MAX WK. PRESS. 350 PSI (2.4 MPa) 1750 PSI BURST 09/03/91 C.G.A. Type I." The subject hose was distributed from early September 1991 through December 1991. Consumers are asked to discontinue use of products containing the subject hose and return that product to its place of purchase for replacement or credit. Consumers with any questions may call Parker Hannifin Corporation at 1-800-472-6844 for further information