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All product recalls affecting Maryland.
Includes nationwide recalls (tagged “Nationwide”) and recalls with Maryland in the distribution area.
May 22, 1978 Release # 78-038 Recall Of Electric Paint Removers WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 22) --The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in cooperation with Red Devil, Inc., Union, N.J., and Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, today announced a recall of electric paint removers distributed nationwide between May 1 and October 31, 1977, because of a potential shock hazard. This recall was first announced by Red Devil and Sears in November 1977. The affected model numbers are Sears 44791 and Red Devil 3401, both retailing for about $24. Red Devil and Sears electric paint removers purchased before May 1,1977, are not being recalled. Red Devil said that a defect was found in the wiring of the electric paint removers. No injuries have been reported, but sale of the paint removers has been stopped. Anyone who bought the product after May 1,1977 but before mid-November 1977 should not use it. Red Devil is recalling approximately 3,500 electric paint removers sold under its own name and distributed through hardware and paint stores. Model number 3401 is imprinted on the plastic handle and the metal housing of the removers. Close to 5,700 units sold under the Sears name are being recalled by Sears, Roebuck and Co. The Sears model number 44791 is imprinted on the plastic handle. This is the first potential hazard involving this model number in the 20 years Sears has been selling the unit, the company said. Owners of the affected Red Devil tools can mail them to: Customer Service, Red Devil, Inc., 2400 Vauxhall Rd., Union, N.Y. 07083, (201/688-6900) for repair or replacement and refund of postage. Customers who bought the affected Sears paint removers should contact their nearest Sears outlet for a full refund
Women's Shavers Repaired by Sperry Remington NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 18, 1978 Release # 78-037 Repair Program For Women's Shavers Announced WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 18) -- The Sperry Remington Division of Sperry Rand Corp., Bridgeport, Conn., in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, announced today that a quality control audit has revealed that under certain conditions a very small number (estimated to be 119 shavers) out of a total of approximately 280,000 of its women's rechargeable electric shavers may pose a shock hazard. The 119 shavers may contain pierced insulation between the batteries and an exterior metal base plate. A possible shock may occur if the base plate is touched to a person who is simultaneously contacting a ground while the shaver is plugged in. The shavers were distributed nationwide between July 1973 and March 1978 at a retail price of approximately $25. Only women's rechargeable shavers with the model numbers 3B2L or 6B2L imprinted on the base plate on the bottom of the shaver and NOT containing a large R on the base plate are being corrected. No other Remington shavers are involved. Although no incidents of shock have been reported, consumers who have a model 3B2L or 6B2L women's rechargeable shaver are urged to discontinue use of the product and to send their names and addresses to Sperry Remington, Dept. CN, 60 Main St., Bridgeport, Conn. 06602, or to call toll-free l-800-243-9381 (in Connecticut, call 1-800-972- 9370). Sperry Remington will then send an easy-to-apply self-adhesive insulator and instructions to the consumer to eliminate this possibility of electric shock. If it is more convenient, a consumer may bring the shaver to the nearest authorized Sperry Remington Service facility for correction at no cost. To verify the model numbers, call CPSC's toll-free hotline at 800-638-2772.
May 11, 1978 Release # 78-035 Ladies' Sweatshirts With "Gap" Label Recalled WASHINGTON, D. C. (May 11) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has been notified by the Gap Stores, Inc. that 4,150 potentially flammable women's sweatshirts with the Gap label were sold by their stores nationwide during October, November and December 1977. These sweatshirts failed to comply with a Federal flammability standard. They were purchased by the Gap from San Francisco Shirt Works, Inc., which earlier announced the recall of the same merchandise sold under its own label. If exposed to an ignition source, such as a cigarette ash, an open flame, or any spark, they could ignite and burn with a rapid and intense flame. (No injuries have been reported to date). These sweatshirts are being voluntarily recalled by the San Francisco Shirt Works, Inc. and the purchase price refunded. All the ladies' sweatshirts are 100% cotton, fleecy side out, with long sleeves. Sewn- in black labels at the back of the neck say "GAP" in light gray stitching, and separate labels say "Made in Hong Kong." The following styles of "GAP" labeled sweatshirts fail to comply with the Federal Standard for Flammability of Clothing Textiles: Winter white pullover, with small center pocket for hands; and Winter white or blue, with zippered front, regular collar, and two front pockets. Persons who believe they have these sweatshirts should write for refund procedures to: San Francisco Shirt Works, Inc.Attn: Nancy Bush1111 - 17th StreetSan Francisco, California 94107 Or they may call CPSC's toll-free Hotline (800) 638-2772. San Francisco Shirt Works labels on the other suspect shirts say "San Francisco Tea Party," in addition to the Hong Kong labels. The "San Francisco Tea Party" labeled sweatshirts were sold by department stores and specialty shops throughout the nation as part of the company's 1977 holiday line but were not sold by "The GAP." Some 22,000 of these ladies' sweatshirts were imported by San Francisco Shirt Works, Inc., from a Hong Kong manufacturer and distributed nationwide to retailers during October and early November 1977. Sweatshirts which appear to be identical but which were delivered to retailers in approximately July of 1977 have passed the flammability test required by the Standard. Only those sweatshirts sold to retailers during and after October 1977 fail to comply with the Standard. Consumers are urged to stop wearing these sweatshirts and to start the refund process immediately. CPSC warns that burning clothing can cause severe and disfiguring burns, and urges women to return the potentially hazardous sweatshirts at once. This is the first time these companies' products have been the source of such hazards. San Francisco Shirt Works has permanently dropped the suspect fabric from its line of products and will not reorder the same fabrication from the manufacturer. The Gap Stores, Inc. is a national specialty retailer of casual apparel with over 300 stores. --
May 8, 1978 Release # 78-033 Electric Hot Pot Recall WASHINGTON, DC (May 8) -- The Jack Eckerd Corporation of Clear-water, Florida, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), today announced the voluntary recall of electric ceramic hot pots marketed under the names, "Wide Mouth Hot Pots" and "Brew Masters," The pots, intended for heating up to 5 cups of liquid such as water or soup, may pose a shock hazard to the user. According to the CPSC staff, if the heating coil at the bottom of the pot is heated while not immersed in liquid, the coil will be damaged. If a user, while grounded, should subsequently stir the liquid in the pot using a metal article, the user could receive a severe electric shock. These white ceramic hot pots are decorated with several different types and colors of decals. The box in which the unit is packaged is clearly marked with the Jack Eckerd Corporation name. On the bottom of each unit are imprinted the words, "'120V-350W JAPAN." They have been sold in Eckerd Drug Stores for $1.99-$3.49 in the following states: Florida, Texas, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Colorado, Alabama and Tennessee. Consumers who have purchased their Brew Masters or Wide Mouth Hot Pots at Eckerd Drug Stores are asked to return them to an Eckerd Drug Store (and, if available, a copy of the sales receipt, the box in which the unit was packaged or other documentation of purchase) for a full refund. Eckerd's removed the electric hot pots from sale in March when it first learned from the CPSC of the potential hazard to users. The Commission is also investigating other importers of this product
May 5, 1978 Release # 78-032 Baby Crib Poses Potential Danger To Infants WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 5) -- Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc., Bassett, Va., and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) today announced that about 6,000 Bassett cribs with bamboo-like motif have a potentially dangerous design problem. The Commission believes that the design of the headboards and footboards in Bassett cribs with model numbers 5126, 5621 and 5225 may permit infants to become entrapped and strangle while standing in the cribs. One such report is currently being investigated. The complete model numbers of the "Mandalay" style cribs are 5126-505 and 5621- 505 both colored yellow, and 5225-505, colored white, The model numbers are printed on adhesive labels affixed to the headboards of the cribs below the mattress level. The cribs retailed for approximately $l00-$125 each and were sold nationwide. Bassett manufactured these cribs from February 1974 to October 1976. Consumers who have one of these cribs are urged to immediately remove all four finials (the top part of the corner post which unscrews) by rotating them counterclockwise until they unscrew and can be lifted off. Consumers should report the removal of the finials to the retailer from whom they purchased the crib along with their name, address, and telephone number. If that is not possible, report to the nearest Bassett retailer. This notice is not to be confused with one issued by Bassett and the Commission on February 21,1978, involving a possible similar problem with Bassett model number 5127 and 5028 cribs. To verify model numbers or to report a product-related injury, call CPSC's toll-free Hotline at 800/638-2772
May 1, 1978 Release # 78-027 Recall Of Hand-Held Curling Irons WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 1) -- C and S Trading Co., Carson, Calif., in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), today announced a voluntary recall of model 100 "Magic Curl" hand-held curling irons because they pose a possible burn or shock hazard. The curling irons subject to recall contain a chrome-coated heating element and a yellow swivel handle. Thousands of these devices were sold nationwide between January 1976 and November 1976. The model 100 "New Magic Curl" curling iron with a white handle is not being recalled. No permanent identifying marks are embossed on the curling iron itself. However, there are two stickers on the swivel handle -- one with the name and address of CandS Trading Co., and the other with " 'Magic Curl,' 120V-60c/s, H130W, LOW15W, Korea." The curling irons are packaged in a purple and gold or blue and gold cardboard box with the words, "Professional Curling Iron, 'MAGIC CURL' " prominently displayed on two sides. The defect lies in the handle casing, which can separate after a short period of use, allowing sparks to be emitted and creating the possibility of shock or burns. CPSC staff is aware of five burn incidents and one shock accident related to the curling irons. Consumers are urged to immediately stop using the recalled curling irons and either return them to their dealer or mail them to the CandS Trading Co., 138 East Savarona Way, Carson, Calif. 90746, (213) 770-1485, for a free replacement; curling iron and reimbursement of postage costs. Anyone wanting additional information about this recall should contact the CandS Trading Co
April 24, 1978 Release # 78-026 Gas Valves Prompt Warning WASHINGTON, DC (Apr. 24) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) today warned consumers that certain manually operated gas valves, imported since 1976 may leak, creating the possibility of fire or explosion in the home. Hundreds of thousands of these valves have been distributed nationwide. The suspect gas valves, used to shut off the gas supply to gas appliances, have reportedly been involved in two fires and 15 gas leaks in Sacramento County, California. The CPSC staff is currently investigating these reports and attempting to identify all importers of the gas valves. According to Commission staff, the defective valves, all manufactured in Taiwan, are believed to have been imported and distributed by a number of firms since early 1976. The valves can be identified by the number "3/4" or "l/2" stamped on the side of the unit and the word "Taiwan" on the unit's washer. However, gas valves manufactured in Taiwan by other companies could bear similar identification. If you live in a house built or remodeled since early 1976 which uses gas appliances or in a home where new gas appliances have been installed, check your gas lines to see if one of the defective valves has been used. If you are not sure where to look for the valves, contact your builder, gas appliance installer or local gas company for help. You should call your local gas company if you suspect one of the defective valves is in your house or if you smell gas. Anyone aware of a fire or gas leak stemming from a defective valve should report the incident to CPSC's toll-free hotline by calling 800/638-2772
G.L. Electric Flasheat Water Heaters warning NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 24, 1978 Release # 78-024 Shock Hazard Tied To Water Heaters WASHINGTON, D.C. (Apr. 21) -- The staff of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) today warned consumers that certain portable, immersible electric water heaters manufactured by G.L. Electric Flasheat Co., Harper Woods, Mich., may cause serious electric shock during use. An identically designed electric water heater made by another company was reportedly involved in the electrocution of a teenage girl last year. The heaters are sold, among other things, to heat water in the bathroom and kitchen. They are plugged into a standard electrical outlet and consist of an exposed resistive heating element contained either inside a cylindrical perforated metal case or within two round, flat porcelain shells open around the edge. Both types allow water to flow inside the casings and directly into contact with the heating element, thus presenting a dangerous shock hazard if the heaters are on. Consumers are warned that they may be electrocuted should they touch the water container or the water itself while the heater is on. The heaters in question include the "Fast Heat," model 401. Models 501 and 101 have the perforated metal case and model 401,the two porcelain shells. The heaters are sold nationally, primarily in hardware stores and tack shops. On March 24,1978, the Commission authorized its staff to bring an administrative proceeding against G.L. Electric Flasheat Co.. to remove these products from the marketplace. Anyone aware of shocks or electrocutions from one of these immersible electric water heaters should report the incident by calling CPSC's toll-free Hotline at 800/638-2772.
Sump Pumps Repaired NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 24, 1978 Release # 78-025 Sump Pumps Pose Shock Hazard WASHINGTON, DC (April 24) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) today announced that certain upright, pedestal sump pumps having solid black plastic float switches positioned on top of the pump motor may present an electric shock hazard. The models in question are SW-500, BPV-500 and PSP-330 sold under the following brand names: Agway, American Jet Stream Pump, Hydro-Lux, Menards, Super Flo, True Value Sump Pump, Wayne, and Wheatbelt. Anyone having one of these pumps should immediately disconnect the motor from its power source and contact the place of purchase for a free, simple repair to remove the possible hazard. Retailers have been advised of the possible hazard and have been sent repair instructions. If there are any questions concerning this problem, retailers should immediately contact their supplier. Pumps bearing bright metal float switches on top of the motor do not pose the possible shock hazard. While only a few of the approximately 5,600 pws that were distributed to retailers have been sold, consumers are warned that the installed location of the pumps in or around water increases the danger of electrical shock. No injuries have been reported to date.
April 17, 1978 Release # 78-022 Flammable Sweatshirts Recalled WASHINGTON, D.C. (Apr.17)-- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the SAN FRANCISCO SHIRT WORKS, INC., announced today that the San Francisco Shirt Works is voluntarily recalling and refunding the purchase price on four styles of ladies' sweatshirts because they fail to comply with Federal flammability standard. If exposed to an ignition source such as a cigarette ash, an open flame, or any spark, they could ignite and burn with a rapid and intense flame. (No injuries have been reported to date.) These sweatshirts were sold by department stores and specialty shops throughout the nation as part of the company's 1977 holiday line. Some 22,500 of these ladies' sweatshirts were imported by San Francisco shirt Works, Inc., from a Hong Kong manufacturer and distributed nationwide to retailers during October and early November 1977. Shirts which appear to be identical but which were delivered to retailers in approximately July of 1977 have passed the flammability test required by the standard. Only those shirts sold to retailers during and after October 1977 fail to comply with the standard. All the ladder's shirts are 100% cotton, fleecy side out, with long sleeves. Sewn-in labels at the back of the neck say "SAN FRANCISCO TEA PARTY: with a cablecar woven in the label. The identifying labels also say "Made in Hong Kong". These sweatshirts were available in winter white, pink, yellow, peach, blue, and chamois. The following styles of "soft to touch" sweatshirts fail to comply with the Federal Standard for Flammability of Clothing Textiles: 2115--Regular collar, patch on sleeve and pockets of same color, snap fasteners, and pull string tie at waits;2116--Pullover, with small center pockets for hands;2184--Hooded, with pull string tie on neck and wait-front snaps, one pocket;2185--Zippered front, regular collar, two front pockets. Style numbers appeared on "hang tags" at the time of sale and would have been removed before wearing. The company will refund to consumers the purchase price of suspect garments. Persons who believe they have these sweatshirts should write for refund procedures to: San Francisco Shirt Works, Inc.Attn. Nancy Bush1111 -17th StreetSan Francisco, California 94107 Or they may call CPSC's toll-free Hotline (800)638-2772 for refund instructions. CPSC strongly urges consumers who bought any of the described shirts during and after October 1977 to immediately stop wearing them and start the refund process. CPSC believes that spring weather will increase the burn danger because of camping, barbeques and other outdoor activities and hopes women will take the initiative to return the potentially hazardous sweatshirts. This is the first time the company's products have been the source of such hazards. the company has been taken steps to avoid similar safety problems in the future by testing for flammability safety all fabrics to be used prior to each production order. Additionally, the firm has permanently dropped the suspect fabric from its line of products and will not reorder the same fabrication from the manufacturer. The firm had changed Hong Kong manufacturers for the subject holiday line, and did not know the fabrics obtained from the source had not been tested for flammability compliance, which had been a standard procedure with its previous imports. Their new procedures should eliminate this possibility
Baseball Pitching Machines Warning NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 14, 1978 Release # 78-021 CPSC Warns On Hazardous Baseball Pitching Machines WASHINGTON, DC (April 14) -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) today warned the public not to use certain unguarded automatic baseball pitching machines which it considers extremely hazardous. The Commission advises anyone having possession of such unguarded machines to place these machines in a locked storage area where unwary persons will not have access to them. The machines, which were sold to schools, recreational organizations and individuals, may be labeled "Dudley" or "Commercial Mechanisms." In a lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court, the Commission alleges that the unguarded, rotating metal pitching arm can go off suddenly, without warning, and strike persons standing in the path of the arm. The Commission alleges that this has happened in numerous incidents even though the machines were unplugged or turned off. Everyone should be careful of pitched balls. However, the hazard addressed in this action relates to the unguarded arm. The Commission has received numerous reports of serious injuries -- including paralysis, skull fractures, brain damage, loss of sight, and other severe injuries such as broken bones -- suffered by persons hit by the pitching arm. In one reported incident, a nine-year-old boy was left a permanent paraplegic as a result of being hit in the head by the pitching machine. According to reports received by the Commission: baseball coaches, high school students, "Little League" instructors, and even small children who have come up to the machine just to look at it, have been seriously injured. These reported injuries have occurred on school grounds, in city parks, and at private homes. Reportedly, about 7,500 of the baseball pitching machines were manufactured between 1956 and 1975 and distributed nationwide. The majority of the owners appear to be institutions such as schools and "Little League" teams, but some machines are privately-owned. The machines were sold under various brand names including: "Olympia, " "Olympic," "Champ," "Blazer," "Super Blazer," "Pro-Blazer," "Range Blazer, " "Range, " "Master," "Mentor," "Pro-Trainer," and "Professional." The pitching machines are operated by electricity or gasoline engine. Even when the machine is turned off or unplugged, however, if the pitching arm is cocked in approximately the "10 o'clock position," the machine can fire if jarred or subjected to vibration. Consequently, the Commission warns that the machines should be locked up to prevent accidents and should never be left in areas where children can reach them. Before locking up the machine, CPSC advises that the pitching arm cable be disconnected carefully from the coil spring. The Commission has filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia seeking to compel the manufacturer and distributors of the machines to provide a guard for the pitching arm at no cost to the purchaser. Without such a guard, the Commission warns, the machines are dangerous and may cause severe injury. The Commission urges people not to use these machines.
Water Wiggle Toy Recalled by Wham-O NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 13, 1978 Release # 78-020 Recall Of Wham-O Water Wiggle Toy WASHINGTON, D.C. (Apr. 13) -- Wham-O Manufacturing Co., San Gabriel, Calif., in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, today announced it is voluntarily stopping sale and recalling its "Water Wiggle" toy. Approximately 2 1/2 million of these toys have been sold throughout the United States over the past 17 years. The toy consists of a seven-foot plastic hose attached to an aluminum water-jet nozzle which is covered by a bell-shaped plastic head. The toy is designed to be attached to a garden hose for water fun. It retails for approximately $3.50. Wham-O stated that the recall is occasioned by the death of a four-year-old child in March 1978. The youngster was playing with some other children in his backyard with a dismantled "Water Wiggle," one from which the bell-shaped head had been removed or had come off. The exposed aluminum nozzle became lodged in his mouth and he drowned. Wham-O stated that it had no knowledge of how or why the toy was dismantled or how the nozzle became lodged in the child's mouth. A "Water Wiggle" was involved in a similar death of a three-year-old boy in 1975. Parents are advised not to allow their children to play with this product. Wham-O requests its retailers to remove all "Water Wiggles" from their shelves. Consumers who own a "Water Wiggle" toy should return the product to the retail store where purchased for a full refund or credit toward another product. Consumers requiring information concerning this recall should contact the Customer Service Department, Wham-O Manufacturing Company, 835 East El Monte Street, San Gabriel, California 91778 (toll free numbers 800/423-4592 and 800/423-4593) or call the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission toll-free hotline 800/638-2772.
Crib Teething Rails Recalled by Okla Homer Smith Furniture NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 13, 1978 Release # 78-063 Crib Teething Rails Recalled WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 13) -- Okla Homer Smith Furniture Manufacturing Co., Inc., Ft. Smith, Ark., in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), today announced a recall and replacement program for plastic teething rails on about 70,000-80,000 full-sized baby cribs made by the company. The cribs have been sold under about 180 model numbers by numerous department and baby furniture stores across the country, including Sears, Roebuck and Co., and Montgomery Ward. A spokesman for the furniture company said the plastic teething rails may become brittle and pose a potential hazard of cracking when chewed. Broken pieces could be swallowed by a teething infant, become lodged in the windpipe or perhaps injure a baby in other ways. The cribs with the teething rails being recalled can be identified by the label, "OKLA HOMER SMITH FURNITURE MANUFACTURING CO., INC.," on the inside of the headboard near the bottom, and a numerical manufacturing date for the period June 1976 through December 1976, ink-stamped underneath the headboard. Only cribs made in the June-December 1976 timeframe carry the potentially defective teething rails. Since the model numbers are too voluminous to list here, it is important that consumers look for the manufacturer's label and the manufacture date to see if they own one of the cribs. All of the cribs are wooden, and almost all of the teething rails are white, with about one percent being red. The cribs ranged in price from $50-$100. New rail covers can be obtained free-of-charge by contacting the retailer, or Okla Homer Smith at P.O. Box 1148, Ft. Smith, Ark. 72902. Consumers should be prepared to provide their names, addresses, whether the cribs are single - or double-drop-side units, and whether teething rails are present on the end panels. Since the teething rails can crack at any time, anyone owning one of the cribs is entitled to free replacement rail covers even if the teething apparatus currently does not show signs of brittleness.
Hot Pots Recalled by Nevco NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 17, 1978 Release # 78-017 Electric Hot Pot Recalled WASHINGTON, D.C. (Mar. 17) -- Nevco, of Lyndhurst, N.J. in cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission, today announced the voluntary recall of 217,000 electric ceramic hot pots. The pots, intended for heating up to 4 cups of liquid such as water or soup, may pose a potential shock hazard to the user. According to CPSC staff if the heating coil at the bottom of the pot is heated while not immersed in liquid, the coil will be damaged. If a user, while grounded, should subsequently stir the liquid in the pot using a metal article, the user could receive a potentially severe electrical shock. These hot pots come in various color combinations and are decorated with several different types of decals. The box in which the unit is packaged is clearly marked with the Nevco name. On the bottom of each unit are imprinted the words "120V-350W JAPAN." They have been sold nationwide under the Nevco name since January 1975, and have retailed from $2.99 to $4.99. Because these same unbranded pots have been imported and distributed by other yet unidentified firms, consumers who do not have the box are asked to contact the dealer from whom they purchased the pot or Nevco to confirm that this is one of the pots on which refund can be given. If so, the consumer should return the hot pot to Nevco, Page & Schuyler Avenues, Lyndhurst, N.J. 07071, with a statement of where the pot was purchased and the amount of the purchase price (and if available, a copy of the sales receipt, the box in which the unit was packed or other documentation of purchase) for a refund, including postage. If a consumer determines that his or her hot pot is not a Nevco pot but otherwise matches the description given above, the consumer is urged to discontinue use and to notify the Commission of the name of the importer or distributor using the toll-free number listed below.
Pellet Pistols Repaired by Crosman Arms NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 2, 1978 Release # 78-015 Repair Program For Hazardous Pellet Pistols Announced WASHINGTON, D.C. (Mar. 2) -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in cooperation with Crosman Arms, a division of the Coleman Company, Inc. announced today that certain single shot, pump-up pellet pistols may discharge accidentally due to inadequately tightened screws. Approximately 35,000 Model 1377 "American Classic" and Model 1322 "Medalist" pistols are suspect. They were distributed during 1977 and through January, 1978 and may have an improperly installed screw. These pistols operate normally at first but, repetitive use may cause the grip frame to loosen. If this occurs, there are three possible consequences: The pistol cannot be cocked and is inoperative unless manually held together. It can be cocked, but may discharge with the safety on. It can be cocked and may discharge without the trigger being pulled. To prevent this from happening, Crosman advises owners of the pistols to take their pistols to any Crosman authorized service center. A list of those service centers was provided with each pistol. The pistols should not be used until examined by a Crosman representative. All Model 1377 and 1322 pistols should be examined. Models produced after January, 1978 DO NOT contain the defect and are identified by an "R" stamped on the pistols and on the outside of the pistol carton. The service will be performed at no cost to the customer. For more information or for the name of the nearest service center, contact Crosman Arms, 980 Turk Hill Road, Fairport, New York 14450. Telephone (716) 223-6000.
Baby Cribs Modified by Bassett NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 21, 1978 Release # 78-014 Modification Of Baby Cribs Announced WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb. 21) -- Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc. and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) today jointly announced the company's continuing voluntary notification program which is aimed at advising some 1,654 purchasers of certain Bassett Cribs that modification kits are available free of charge. The Commission urges that the kits be used to correct a potentially dangerous design problem. Bassett Cribs with model numbers 5028 and 5127 were produced with a cut-out design in the headboards and footboards. The Commission believes that infants may be entrapped and strangled while standing in the cribs because it has received and investigated two such reports. Bassett stopped manufacturing these models when the company learned of the first such incident and has undertaken a nationwide program to advise consumers, retailers, and salespeople that a free modification kit is available from retailers. The company believes that the majority of these cribs sold nationally have already been modified or returned. The model numbers of the cribs being modified are 5028-505 and 5028-510, both stained in maple; and 5127-505 and 5127-510, both stained in pine. No other models of Bassett cribs are involved. The model numbers are printed on adhesive labels affixed to the headboards of the cribs below the mattresses. These cribs retailed for approximately $100 each and were sold nationwide from December 1975 to mid-October 1977. Bassett has removed the cut-out design from its product line and has shipped to all stores which received these cribs a modification kit to close the openings in the headboards and footboards. Bassett has directed these stores to contact owners of the cribs to arrange for free installation of the modification kits. Consumers who have one of these unmodified cribs should immediately contact the store where purchased to arrange for free installation of this kit. If that is not possible contact the nearest Bassett retailer by checking your local phone directory or call Bassett collect at area code 703/629-7511, ext. 340. Caution should be exercised in the use of these cribs until the modification kit is installed. Information on this modification is also available by calling the Commission's toll-free HOTLINE at 800/638-2772.
Nobility Coffeemakers Recalled NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 3, 1978 Release # 78-012 Recall Of Coffeemakers Announced WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb. 3) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) today announced the recall of approximately 14,500 Nobility-brand 10-cup Automatic Coffeemakers, Model # 151, because they pose a potential fire hazard. According to the Commission staff, a defect in the internal construction may cause corrosion of the metal bracket which holds the thermostat against the heating element. When this happens, the thermostat will fall away from the heating element and the unit will remain in a constant "On" position, generating unnecessary heat until it ignites the plastic case. Consumers who own a Nobility coffeemaker, Model #151, should stop use immediately and return the unit to the store where purchased for a full refund. All coffeemakers involved in the recall have the name "NOBILITY" written across the front of the upper section of the unit where the water is added. Etched into the metal plate at the base of each coffeemaker are the words: UL LISTED 4293, MADE IN SINGAPORE, DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER, and E57635 MODEL 232. (This model number is not to be confused with Model #151 which is printed only on the box in which the coffeemaker is packaged). The units have been sold nationwide under the Nobility name since approximately June 1976, and retailed for about $16.50. These same coffeemakers have been imported and distributed by other as yet unidentified firms under different brand names. All units, however, bear the same inscriptions on the base plate. Consumers who have coffeemakers that are not Nobility but otherwise match the above description should discontinue use and notify the Commission of the brand name of the unit and the place of purchase by calling the Commission's toll-free hotline at 800/638-2772.
January 3, 1978 Release # 78-001 Decorative Christmas Light Bulbs Recalled WASHINGTON, DC (Jan. 3) -- Le Gran Imports, Long Beach, California, and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) today announced that Le Gran Imports is voluntarily withdrawing from sale certain imported Christmas light replacement bulbs which were made in Taiwan. The Commission staff discovered a defect in some of the bulbs which could create a fire or shock hazard when electrical current is first applied. The defect is a thin strand of wire approximately l/4" in length or longer, which may protrude from the side of the bulb base or from the solder tip at the base of the bulb. Consumers who may have purchased these replacement bulbs are urged to immediately inspect them to see if a thin strand of wire is protruding from the side of the bulb base or from the solder tip at the base of the bulb. If a protruding wire is present, the bulb is defective and should not be used. The consumer should return the defective bulbs to the place of purchase for exchange or refund. The bulbs subject to the defect are identified on the package as Item No. LC-7005P size 7 l/2. The words "Christmas Lamps" and the name "Le Gran Imports" also appear on the package. The bulbs, sold five to a package, retailed for approximately $.75¢ or less and were sold nationwide. Le Gran Imports and the Commission warn that other distributors may have imported these same bulbs from Taiwan and may be selling them under different brand names. The consumer is cautioned to inspect all such replacement light bulbs before installing them in decorative lighting fixtures
Scuba Regulators Replaced by Parkway Fabricators NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 27, 1977 Release # 77-131 Safety Replacement Program WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 27)-- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Parkway Fabricators of South Amboy, N.J. today announce a voluntary part-replacement program of 2000 "Poseidon" brand "Cyklon 300" model regulators for SCUBA diving systems sold in 1974. The regulators manufactured in Sweden by Poseidon Industries AB, imported and distributed nationwide by Parkway Fabricators can be identified by the "Poseidon" brand name, the "Cyklon 300" model name and the following serial number ranges: 15024 through 16523 and 18050 through 18549. The brand name is embossed on the purge button and the serial number is located on the first stage of the regulator. The intermediate air hose on these regulators may become disconnected from its fitting due to a defect in the hose material. If the fitting disconnects while the unit is submerged, air flow to the diver would be cut off. Consumers are warned to immediately stop using these regulators. The company is providing free replacement hoses to all consumers who own one of the affected regulators. To obtain the replacement hose, consumers should write to Parkway Fabricators, # 1 Raritan Street, South Amboy, N.J., attn: Cyklon 300 Recall, and provide his or her name, address, telephone number and the serial number of the regulator. A replacement hose along with instructions for installation will be mailed to each owner. In addition, Parkway has sent direct notification to the approximately 80% of the purchasers of the regulators who have filed warranty cards with the firm. Parkway is also notifying its dealers nationwide and is providing them with posters to warn customers not to use the regulator until a replacement hose is provided. The firm is aware of approximately 20 instances when the intermediate air hose on the regulator has become disconnected from its fitting. However, no injuries have resulted to divers as a result of this problem. Consumers who require additional information should contact Ken Musiak, Parkway Fabricators, # 1 Raritan Street, South Amboy, N. J., telephone 201/721 -5300.If consumers are unable to contact Parkway Fabricators, they may contact CPSC at 800/638-2772.
Christmas Light Sets Recalled by New York Merchandise NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 22, 1977 Release # 77-130 Christmas Light Sets Recalled WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 22) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in cooperation with New York Merchandise Co., Inc., today announced that New York Merchandise will voluntarily stop sale of their 15-bulb "Renown" Christmas tree light sets, model number 222/15B, indoor only. The Christmas light sets, retail for $4.50-$5, are packaged in a white and red cardboard box with a clear cellophane window, and were distributed nationwide. The bulb sockets in these sets may contain incorrectly placed metal electrical contacts that may create a potential fire hazard by shorting out the bulb and overheating the wires. The company urges consumers who have purchased one of these light sets to carefully examine the inside of each socket, noting the placement of the two metal electrical contacts. If correctly constructed, one metal contact is mounted horizontally across the inside base of the socket and the other stands vertically along the inside wall. If both contacts are in the vertical position, the set is defective and should not be used. Consumers can return a defective set to their dealer for a full refund or replacement. Anyone wishing additional information should write to New York Merchandise Co., 32 W. 23rd St., New York, N.Y. 10010, or call the company at 212/675-3500.