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All product recalls affecting Minnesota.
Includes nationwide recalls (tagged “Nationwide”) and recalls with Minnesota in the distribution area.
Gas Grills With Side Burners Recalled by Sunbeam Products NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 Note: Telephone Number Change. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Originally issued March 23, 1998, Revised June 27, 2006 Release # 98-085 Company Phone Number: (800) 200-2300 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Ken Giles, (301) 504-7052 CPSC and Sunbeam Products Inc. Announce Recall of Gas Grills With Side Burners WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Sunbeam Products Inc., of Neosho Mo., is recalling for repair about 1,800 GrillmasterTM gas grills with side burners. The side burner's propane gas hose can twist up toward the aluminum casting of the grill, causing overheating and melting of the hose. Gas leakage or a fire could result from the hose damage. Sunbeam Products received four complaints from consumers who requested replacement hoses due to damage caused from the heat of the grill casting. There have been no reports of gas leakage, fire or injury associated with these grills. The recalled grills are black and have a side burner for cooking, similar to a gas-range stove top. The models number of these grills are GG 461 EPB, GG 560 EPB, HG 560 EPB and GG 560 EPBS. The complete model numbers can be found on the assembly instructions and parts list. Either "461" or "560" also is located on the front of the grill next to the instrument panel, under the word, "GRILLMASTER." Mass merchandise stores, such as Bradlees, Caldor, The Home Depot and Wal-Mart sold the grills nationwide between October 1997 and February 1998 for about $240. Consumers should stop using the recalled grills immediately and call Sunbeam toll-free at (800) 200-2300 anytime to receive a free retrofit kit. The retrofit kit contains a wire bracket guard and instructions for easy installation that will correctly position the side burner's propane gas hose.
Foreign Travel Electric Converters Recalled by Chandur Hasso NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 23,1998 Release # 98-086 Company Phone Number: (800) 451-4244 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Yolanda Fultz-Morris, (301) 504-7066 CPSC, Chandur Hasso Inc. Announce Recall of Foreign Travel Electric Converters WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Chandur Hasso Inc., of New York, N.Y., is recalling 2,400 foreign travel electric converters. These converters could short circuit, presenting fire, shock and thermal burn hazards to consumers. CPSC and the firm are not aware of any injuries involving these products. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. This model CH-1600 electric converter is intended for use by U.S. travelers overseas. It converts international 220/440 volt electricity to 110/120 volts and is rated for 50 to 1,600 watts. The body is plastic on three sides and metal on the other three sides, and has "1600 WATT FOREIGN TRAVEL CONVERTER" imprinted on the front plastic panel. It was sold in a box labeled in part, "SOMITO," "1600 WATTS FOREIGN TRAVEL CONVERTER," "Model CH-1600" and "MADE IN CHINA." Small discount and electronic stores in Chicago and the New York metropolitan area sold the converters from May 1997 through June 1997 for about $3. Consumers should stop using these converters immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. For more information about this recall, consumers should call Chandur Hasso Inc. at (800) 451-4244 from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST Monday through Friday. Consumers who live in the New York metropolitan area should call (212)268-6265. U.S. Customs alerted CPSC to this hazard.
Sanders Recalled by Ryobi America Corp. NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 18, 1998 Release # 98- 082 Company Phone Number: (800) 867-9624 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Mark Ross, (301) 504-7076 CPSC and Ryobi America Corp. Announce Recall of Detail Sanders WASHINGTON, D.C.-In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Ryobi America Corp. of Anderson, S.C., is recalling about 1.2 million detail sanders for repair or replacement. If the sander is left plugged in and the on/off switch is not fully in the "off" position, pressure from the switch's rubber dust boot can force the switch into the "on" position. As the sander runs unattended, it can generate heat, which can result in a fire. Ryobi has received three reports of these sanders possibly causing fires. One of these fires resulted in substantial property damage. No injuries were reported as a result of these fires. The recall includes the Ryobi model DS 1000, and Craftsman models 315.11639 and 315.11600 sanders. The model numbers and brandname are located on a data plate on the side of the sander. These blue or black oscillating sanders are hand-held tools weighing 1.6 pounds with a sanding arm that extends forward and down from the front end of the sander. They are about 11 inches long and have a triangular sanding head. Only sanders built between May 1993 and April 1997 are being recalled. These sanders have a serial number or date code located along the bottom edge of the data plate on the side of the tool. Model Number Serial Number or Date Code Ranges Ryobi DS1000 last four digits of serial number: 9318 through 9718 Craftsman 315.11600 date code: A4001 through A9717 Craftsman 315.11639 date code: A4001 through A9717 Major chain home centers and hardware stores, as well as local hardware stores, nationwide sold these sanders from May 1993 through March 1998. They also were sold in catalogs during this period. Sears sold the Craftsman sanders from October 1994 through March 1998. Both brands sold for approximately $35 to $40. Consumers should always unplug the sander from its power source when it is not in use. Consumers who own one of these sanders should call Ryobi toll-free at (800) 867-9624 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. EST Monday through Friday and they will receive information on having their sanders repaired or replaced at no charge. Other model Ryobi and Craftsman detail sanders are not affected by this recall.
Soldering Guns Recalled by American Presto NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 17, 1998 Release # 98-081 Company Phone Number: (909) 390-5288 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Mark Ross, (301) 504-7076 CPSC, American Presto Corp. Announce Recall of Soldering Guns WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), American Presto Corp. of Ontario, Calif., is recalling about 720 soldering guns sold under the Wisdom brand name. The plastic handle can melt during use, exposing consumers to electrocution, shock and burn injury hazards. CPSC has received one report of a soldering gun's handle melting. No injuries have been reported. The soldering gun is pistol-shaped, and made of red plastic with a metal barrel. The item is labeled, "SOLDERING GUN 110V 60 HZ 35W." A black power cord is attached to the bottom of the soldering gun. The soldering gun was packaged in a plastic shell, with a hang tag labeled in part, "SOLDERING IRON...PISTOL TYPE...MANUFACTURED IN CHINA FOR WISDOM TOOLS." Northern Hydraulic Co. stores in Minnesota, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Iowa, Texas, Tennessee, Georgia, Wisconsin and Virginia sold the soldering guns from February 1997 through January 1998 for about $4. Consumers should stop using these soldering guns immediately and return them to American Presto Corp. for a refund. For information about how to return the soldering guns, call American Presto Corp. collect at (909) 390-5288 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PST Monday through Friday.
Bicycle Frames Recalled by GT Bicycles NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 12, 1998 Release # 98-079 Company Phone Number: (800-743-3248) CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Ken Giles, (301) 504-7052 CPSC, GT Bicycles Announce Recall of Bicycle Frames WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), GT Bicycles of Santa Ana, Calif., is recalling 10,000 GT Speed Series and Robinson bicycle frames. The frames can crack and separate, causing a rider to lose control of the bicycle, fall and be injured. GT Bicycles has received about 17 reports of frames cracking, resulting in 2 injuries involving cuts and bruises. The recalled bicycle frames came equipped on bicycles or were sold separately as part of a frame kit. 1995, 1996, 1997 and 1998 XL and XXL model GT Speed Series, Speed Series Team and Speed Series Cruiser frames and bicycles are included in this recall. 1997 and 1998 model Robinson Pro, Pro XL, Pro 24 and Amtrac frames and bicycles also are included in this recall. These model names are found on the frame. GT Authorized Dealers nationwide sold these bicycles and frames from November 1994 through February 1998. The frame kits cost about $300 to $450 and the bicycles cost about $600 to $1,450. Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles equipped with these frames and call their local GT Authorized Dealer to arrange to have the frames replaced free of charge. For the location of the nearest dealer, consumers should call GT Bicycles Customer Service Department at (800) RIDE A GT (800-743-3248). GT Bicycles will replace these recalled frames with a stronger, redesigned frame made with thicker tubing.
Climbing Harness Recalled by Misty Mountain Threadworks NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 12, 1998 Release # 98-080 Company Phone Number: (704) 963-6688 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Ken Giles, (301) 504-7052 CPSC, Misty Mountain Threadworks Inc. Announce Recall of Climbing Harness WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Misty Mountain Threadworks Inc. of Banner Elk, N.C., is recalling about 5,000 climbing harnesses with a front entry sleeve system. If attached incorrectly, the climber's swami belt can be held by only a small piece of elastic behind the sleeve. Climbers who don't realize this mistake create a dangerous situation where the belay/rappel loop tears through the elastic webbing, potentially causing the climber to flip backwards, possibly causing injury. Misty Mountain Threadworks is aware of at least three incidents where climbers have ripped the elastic webbing, but there have been no injuries reported. The front entry sleeve is used in four different harness styles by the company -- Arete, Finesse, Quantum and Cadillac Big Wall. All the harnesses have black nylon webbing with various additional color and design combination features. The tag on the harness reads, "Misty Mountain Threadworks." A label on the harness shows the manufacture date. The recalled harnesses were manufactured from August 1996 through September 1997. The harness comes in a blue box showing a photo of a mountain labeled Dhulagiri from Pun Hill, Nepal. Outdoor and climbing shops, climbing gear catalogs and Misty Mountain Threadworks sold these harnesses from August 1996 through March 1998 for about $42 to $80, depending on the model. Climbers who have a Misty Mountain Threadworks harness with a front entry sleeve should stop using the harness and immediately return it to Misty Mountain Threadworks. The harness will be repaired and returned promptly. Send your harness for repair to Misty Mountain Threadworks, 718 Burma Road, Banner Elk, NC 28604. For more information, call Misty Mountain Threadworks collect at (704) 963-6688 between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST Monday through Friday. You may also contact them by electronic mail at info@mistymountain.com.
Back Massagers Recalled by JB Research NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Originally issued March 11, 1998, Revised December 11, 2001 Release # 98-078 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Mark Ross, (301) 504-7076 Note: Firm is out of business. Do not use these products. Discard or destroy the products. CPSC, JB Research Inc. Announce Recall of Back Massagers WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), JB Research Inc., of Bellflower, Calif., had voluntarily recalled about 15,000 back massagers sold under the Relaxor, Deep Knead? Shiatsu brand name. The motor for the massager's Deep Knead? mechanism can jam and overheat. This will cause scorching to the foam and fabric on back of the unit, presenting a potential fire hazard to consumers. JB Research Inc. has received 46 reports of units overheating. No fires or injuries have been reported. To determine if a Relaxor, Deep Knead? Shiatsu back massager is involved in this recall, check the control wand of the massager. Only massagers that have the words "Deep Knead" on the front of the control wand and the controller model number JDK46H and serial numbers from 000001 to 020000 on the back of the control wand are included in this recall. These massagers come in 2 sizes, a "seat topper" (measuring 46 inches long by 20 inches wide) and a "seat lounger" (measuring 69 1/4 inches long and 20 1/8 inches wide). The massagers are covered in solid black or gray tweed fabric. The word "Relaxor" is imprinted on the front of the unit and elastic straps on the back of the unit attach the massager to a chair. The massager comes with an AC plug-in/auto adapter and the control wand. Specialty stores nationwide, including The Sharper Image, Brookstone and Nordic Track, sold the massagers from October 1997 through December 1997 for about $200 to $260. Consumers should stop using the recalled massagers immediately. Since JB Research Inc. is no longer in business, recalled massagers should be discarded or destroyed to prevent fires and injuries. No other models of Relaxor massagers are involved in this recall.
On My Way Infant Car Seats/Carriers Recalled by Evenflo NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Originally issued March 5, 1998, Last Revised April 24, 2006 Release # 98-076 Company Phone Number: (800) 233-5921 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Nychelle Fleming, (301) 504-7063 Note: Telephone number, web site change. NHTSA, CPSC Announce Recall of Evenflo On My Way Infant Car Seats/Carriers The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall of about 800,000 Evenflo On My Way infant car seats/carriers because of a defect that can cause serious injuries to children while the seats are being used as infant carriers. Parents should continue using these rear-facing infant car seats, but should not use the carrying handle until new parts are installed to fix the problem, said NHTSA Administrator Ricardo Martinez, M.D. Safety is our highest transportation priority. A child safety seat that is installed and used correctly is the most effective safety device available for young children in automobiles. The recall involves On My Way infant car seat/carrier model numbers 207 and 492 manufactured from Dec. 15, 1995, to July 27, 1997. The model 492 is the On My Way Travel System, which includes a stroller. Model 207 is the car seat/carrier without the stroller. The manufacture date and model number are located on the bottom of the seat. Juvenile product, mass merchandise and major discount stores nationwide sold the car seats beginning in January 1996 for about $60 to $70, and the car seat with stroller for $150 to $175. The red push button assembly on each side of the seat that is used to latch and adjust the carrying handle can unexpectedly release and cause the seat to flip forward. There have been 176 reports in which the carrying handle latch unexpectedly released, resulting in 89 injuries to children, including bruises, concussions and skull fractures. The injuries occurred to both restrained and unrestrained children. This is a serious problem that puts infants at risk, said CPSC Chairman Ann Brown. The latches on these car seat carriers can release without warning. Parents who have this car seat should call for the free repair kit immediately. The recall results from a cooperative investigation conducted by NHTSA and the CPSC. Evenflo will provide a repair kit, free of charge, with redesigned latch buttons that will make the handle latch much stronger. The repair can be done in the home with a Phillips head screwdriver. Until the seats are repaired, NHTSA and the CPSC advise owners not to carry a seat by its handle, but to use the hand holds at the head and foot of the seat. Owners of these seats should call Evenflo at (800) 233-5921 to give their name and address so that they can receive the repair kit, or visit Evenflo's web site at www.evenflo.com to find out more information on this recall. Consumers with questions about this recall campaign may call NHTSA s toll-free Auto Safety Hotline at 1-800-424-9393. The number to call in the Washington, D.C., area is 202-366-0123. Information also is available from the CPSC Hotline at 1-800-638-2772.
Infant Toys Recalled by Fisher-Price NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 Note: Phone number change. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Originally issued March 2, 1998, Revised October 29, 2002 Release # 98-074 Company Phone Number: (800) 233-4004 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Nychelle Fleming, (301) 504-7063 Fisher-Price Contact: Laurie Strong, (716) 687-3395 CPSC, Fisher-Price Announce Recall of Infant Toys WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Fisher-Price Inc., of East Aurora, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 21,000 cookie-shaped refrigerator magnet toys and 49,000 crib mobiles. The magnet can come apart and release small plastic pieces, presenting a choking hazard to young children. Part of the mobile can detach and fall into the crib, presenting a risk of injury to young children. Fisher-Price has received 59 reports of cookie magnets coming apart. One report involved a child ingesting plastic pieces and nine reports involved children putting plastic pieces in their mouths, which were removed by adults. Fisher-Price has received 78 reports of mobile parts detaching. Forty-one reports involved the mobile's rotating ring and mirror detaching and falling into cribs, resulting in 15 injuries, such as bumps and bruises. The refrigerator magnet toy looks like a partially eaten chocolate cookie with colorful candy pieces on top. The bottom of the cookie is white. Only cookie-shaped magnets with date codes from 224 through 228, sold after September 1, 1997, are involved in this recall. The date code is imprinted on the back of the magnet and is the first three digits of an alpha-numeric code. The cookie-shaped magnet is sold as part of a three-piece Refrigerator Activity Magnet Set, Fisher-Price No. 71126. The other two magnets look like a carrot and a piece of cheese. Only the cookie magnet is being recalled. The crib mobile toy is a round, rotating mobile with a white plastic ring that is suspended from a plastic arm attached to a crib. The mobile, which plays music, has a mirrored center and has colorful butterflies and beads that move on the ring as the mobile rotates. The mobile also can be removed from the arm for use as a floor toy. The mobile is sold as the Magic Motion Mobile, Fisher-Price No. 71153. Major toy and mass merchandise stores nationwide sold the recalled cookie magnet with the Refrigerator Activity Magnet Set beginning in September 1997 for about $6 and sold the Magic Motion Mobile beginning in June 1997 for about $24. Consumers should take these toys away from children immediately and call Fisher-Price toll-free at 800-233-4004 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. EST Monday through Friday. Consumers will receive a free replacement cookie magnet or replacement parts for the mobile,as applicable.
Recall Program to Replace Vent Pipes on Home Heating Systems NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 24, 1998 Release # 98-072 Special Program Phone Number: (800) 758-3688 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Ken Giles, (301) 504-7052 This recall has been updated. CPSC, Manufacturers Announce Recall Program to Replace Vent Pipes on Home Heating Systems WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a landmark action, virtually the entire furnace and boiler industry together with the manufacturers of high-temperature plastic vent (HTPV) pipes have joined with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to announce a recall program. This program will replace, free of charge, an estimated 250,000 HTPV pipe systems attached to gas or propane furnaces or boilers in consumers' homes. The HTPV pipes could crack or separate at the joints and leak carbon monoxide (CO), presenting a deadly threat to consumers. CO is a colorless, odorless gas produced by incomplete burning of carbon-based fuel, including natural gas and propane. The initial symptoms of CO poisoning are similar to the flu, and may include dizziness, fatigue, headache, nausea and irregular breathing. High-level exposure to CO can cause death. To determine whether they have HTPV pipe systems that are subject to this program, consumers should first check the vent pipes attached to their natural gas or propane furnaces or boilers. Vent pipes subject to this recall program can be identified as follows: the vent pipes are plastic; the vent pipes are colored gray or black; and the vent pipes have the names "Plexvent ," "Plexvent II" or "Ultravent " stamped on the vent pipe or printed on stickers placed on pieces used to connect the vent pipes together. Consumers should now check the location of these vent pipes. For furnaces, only HTPV systems that have vent pipes that go through the sidewalls of structures (horizontal systems) are subject to this program. For boilers, all HTPV systems are subject to this program. Other plastic vent pipes, such as white PVC or CPVC, are not involved in this program. After checking the vent pipes, consumers should call the special toll-free number (800) 758-3688, available between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. EST seven days a week, to verify that their HTPV pipe systems are subject to this recall program. Consumers with eligible systems will receive new, professionally installed venting systems free of charge. Additionally, consumers who already have replaced their HTPV pipe systems may be eligible for reimbursement for some or all of the replacement costs. The program came about as a result of mediation among 27 participants manufacturers of HTPV pipes and manufacturers of natural gas or propane-fired boilers and mid-efficiency furnaces. This is the first time that CPSC has used a mediator to bring together all segments of an industry to implement a program for the benefit of consumers. All consumers should have their fuel-burning appliances inspected each year to check for cracks or separations in the vents that could allow CO to leak into the home. In addition, CPSC recommends that every home should have at least one CO detector that meets the requirements of the most recent Underwriters Laboratories 2034 standard or International Approval Services 6-96 standard. The following lists the manufacturers participating in this program. Participants Armstrong Air Conditioning Inc. Bard Manufacturing Co. Burnham Corp. Consolidated Industries Crown Boiler Co. The Ducane Co. Inc. Dunkirk Radiator Corp. Evcon Industries Inc. Hart & Cooley Inc. Heat Controller Inc. International Comfort Prod. Corp.(USA) Lennox Industries Inc. Nordyne Inc. Peerless Heater Co. Pennco Inc. Plexco Inc. Raypak Inc. Rheem Manufacturing Co. Slant/Fin Corp. Thermo Produ
High Chair Gym Toys Recalled by The First Years NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 19, 1998 Release # 98-071 Company Phone Number: (800) 533-6708 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Nychelle Fleming, (301) 504-7063 CPSC, The First Years Announce Recall to Repair High Chair Gym Toys WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The First Years of Avon, Mass., is recalling about 108,000 First Years High Chair Gym toys for repair. The clacker balls hanging from the center of the toy present a choking hazard to young children. CPSC and The First Years have received 2 reports of children getting one of the clacker balls stuck in the throat and blocking the airway. Nearby adults were able to pull the balls free and prevent the children from choking. The First Years is offering a free repair kit, consisting of easily installed permanent covers for the ball-shaped ends of the clacker toy. The covers will prevent the toy from entering a child's throat. The First Years High Chair Gym is an activity toy consisting of a metal wire frame about 7 inches high and 10.5 inches wide. It attaches to a high chair tray by two large red suction cups. Several brightly colored plastic toys hang from the wire frame. Two 1-inch diameter plastic clacker balls, one black and one white, are suspended from the center of the frame by rigid plastic arms about 3.5 inches long. A yellow plastic spinning toy on one end of the frame has "the first years" molded in one end with a sun on the opposite end. Discount and toy stores sold the First Years High Chair Gym toy nationwide from January 1995 through November 1997 for about $10. Consumers should take the toy away from children immediately and call The First Years at (800) 533-6708 anytime for the free repair kit and installation instructions or write to The First Years at One Kiddie Drive, Avon, MA 02322-1171.
Company Phone Number: (800) 394-8084 February 24, 1998 Release # 98-073 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Since August 1996, Goodman Manufacturing Company, L.P., of Houston, Texas, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), has been conducting a program to replace high-temperature plastic vent (HTPV) pipe used to vent about 8,000 Goodman mid-efficiency gas furnaces. The HTPV pipe used in these vents could be susceptible to corrosion, cracking and joint separation, which could result in the release of carbon monoxide into living areas, presenting a deadly threat to consumers. Although Goodman did not manufacture HTPV pipe, some models of Goodman furnaces were vented using HTPV material produced by other companies. Goodman voluntarily undertook its replacement program to help ensure the safety and comfort of its gas-appliance customers and has already replaced many HTPV systems.For each Goodman furnace that is horizontally vented with HTPV pipe, Goodman will continue to arrange for replacement of the vent with a new, approved vent at no charge. Alternatively at the homeowner's option, Goodman will continue to replace the entire furnace and vent with a brand new, high-efficiency Goodman furnace and suitable vent for only the manufacturer's price for the new furnace itself, with no charge for labor, associated materials or dealer markup.Owners of Goodman furnaces that are vented with HTPV pipe should contact their local heating contractor for more information or call Goodman at (800) 394-8084.A related recall has also been issued
Outlet Converters Recalled by Power Cord & Cable NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Originally issued February 18, 1998, Revised June 6, 2002 Release # 98-069 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Contact: Yolanda Fultz-Morris, (301) 504-7066 Note: Firm is not able to be reached (may be out of business). CPSC, Power Cord & Cable Corp. Announce Recall of Outlet Converters WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Power Cord & Cable Corp. of College Point, N.Y., is recalling about 850 outlet converters, which convert a single electrical outlet into three outlets. Plugs using these outlet converters can come partially out of the receptacles, presenting shock and electrocution hazards. In addition, even if the plugs look like they are securely plugged in, there could be a poor electrical connection, presenting a fire hazard. CPSC and Power Cord & Cable Corp. are not aware of any injuries involving these products. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The orange outlet converter, measuring about 3 inches wide and 2.25 inches long, is made of PVC (polyvinyl chloride), which looks like rubber. One end of the converter has a three-prong plug that is inserted into the outlet. The converter has 3 separate three-prong plug receptacles. "15a-125v...Made in China" is embossed on the bottom of the converter. Discount, variety and hardware stores in New Jersey, New York, Ohio and Pennsylvania sold the outlet converters from September 1997 through November 1997for about $2. Consumers should stop using the recalled outlet converters immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. The firm (Power Cord & Cable Corp.) is not able to be reached, and may be out of business. U.S. Customs alerted CPSC to this hazardous product.
Christmas Lights Recalled by Star Bros. and Almacenes Pitusa NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 18, 1998 Release # 98-070 Star Bros. Phone Number: (787) 781-3171 Almacenes Pitusa Phone Number: (787) 282-0202 ext. 4140 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Yolanda Fultz-Morris, (301) 504-7066 CPSC, Star Bros. Inc. and Almacenes Pitusa Inc. Announce Recall of Christmas Lights WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Star Bros. Inc. and Almacenes Pitusa Inc., both located in San Juan, Puerto Rico, are recalling about 13,000 Christmas light sets and tree toppers. The lights have weak connections and undersized wires, presenting a fire hazard. Star Bros. Inc. and Almacenes Pitusa Inc. are not aware of any injuries involving these lights. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. Star Bros. Inc. is recalling the Christmas light sets. These light sets are available in assorted colored lights and have 100 lights on the wire. The packaging reads in part, "100/5 WAY FLASHER LIGHT SET...NOEL...MANUFACTURED FOR LIBERTY BELL...MADE IN CHINA." Almacenes Pitusa Inc. is recalling the tree topper lights. These tree toppers have 10 or 11 flashing assorted colored lights on the wire. The packaging reads in part, "FLASHING LIGHTS TREE TOP...YULETIDE TRADITIONS...MADE IN CHINA." Retailers throughout Puerto Rico sold the lights from 1995 through 1997 for about $2 to $4. Consumers should stop using the lights immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. For more information, consumers should call either Star Bros. at (787) 781-3171 or Almacenes Pitusa at (787) 282-0202 ext. 4140. Consumer inquiries in Spanish can be directed to CPSC's hotline at (800) 638-2772. Media inquiries in Spanish can be directed to Jésus Chaírez, CPSC, at (214) 827-6239.
Flying Dolls Recalled by Rite Aid NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 17, 1998 Release # 98-067 Company Phone Number: (888) 468-4356, ext. 8302 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Nychelle Fleming, (301) 504-7063 CPSC, Rite Aid Corp. Announce Recall of Two Flying Dolls WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Rite Aid Corp. of Camp Hill, Pa., is recalling about 12,000 Cyber Fighter and Flying Angel dolls. During use, the wings of these flying dolls can break off, and possibly cause serious eye injuries to consumers. CPSC and Rite Aid have received one report of a doll's wing breaking off during use,resulting in a laceration above the eye of a nearby child. The Cyber Fighter doll, measuring about 5 1/2 inches tall, is made of plastic, and has black pants, silver arms, a helmet with black goggles, gold boots and a yellow lightning bolt on a red vest. Its arms are strapped onto black wings with red tips, which are outstretched from the doll's body. The doll can be attached to a blue plastic launcher with gold trim by a stand under its feet. The words, "CHAP MEI CHINA" are printed on the launcher. The Flying Angel doll, measuring about 6 inches tall, is dressed in a blue and purple tutu with gold trim. The doll has pink stockings and a purple bow in its orange hair. Its outstretched arms are attached to pink wings with red tips. The launcher is pink with the words, "Flying Angel" written in the white trim. The handle that pulls the string is gold. Both dolls are packaged on colorful cardboad backers with their launcher and are covered with clear plastic. "Agglo" and "MADE IN CHINA" are printed on the bottom front of the packages. Rite Aid drug stores in the eastern U.S. sold the dolls from February 1997 through January 1998 for about $3. Consumers should stop using the dolls immediately and return them to any Rite Aid store for a refund. For more information about this recall, consumers should call Rite Aid Corp. toll-free at (888) 468-4356, ext. 8302 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. EST Monday through Friday.
Ovens Recalled by Appliance Corp. of America NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 Note: Firm is out of business. Do not use these products. Please discard or destroy these products. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Originally issued February 12, 1998, Revised January 15, 2002 Release # 98-066 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Ken Giles, (301) 504-7052 CPSC, Appliance Corp. of America Announce Recall of Ovens WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Appliance Corp. of America (ACA) of Great Neck, N.Y., implemented a voluntary corrective action program on more than 100,000 toaster and convection ovens sold under the WELBILT brand name to replace their power cords. If the power cords touch the back of the oven, they could melt and expose wires, presenting a serious shock hazard to consumers. ACA has not received any reports of power cords melting. This corrective action is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The WELBILT toaster oven subject to this corrective action is model TBR5. The model number and the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) mark are located on the bottom of the oven. The power cord is white. This oven is also a broiler, rotisserie and griddle. The WELBILT convection ovens subject to this corrective action are model GTC1 and CVN35. The model number and the UL mark are located on the bottom of the ovens. The power cord is white. Department and mass merchandise stores, warehouse clubs, mail order catalogs and television shopping networks nationwide sold the ovens from January 1996 through December 1997 for about $99. Consumers should stop using the ovens immediately and discard or destroy them. The firm is out of business, and cannot be contacted. Both the toaster and convection ovens were manufactured by Daysun Industries. Their new, black power cords are listed by UL.
Cribs Repair/Recall by Baby's Dream Furniture NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 10, 1998 Release # 98-065 Company Phone Number: (888) 866-4217 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Nychelle Fleming, (301) 504-7063 CPSC, Baby's Dream Furniture Announce Recall to Repair Cribs WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Baby's Dream Furniture Inc. of Buena Vista, Ga., is recalling about 13,000 Generation oak cribs for repair. The cribs have a drop gate (a rail that folds down) on the front of the crib, rather than a rail that slides up and down. A baby's fingers can be trapped in the folding drop gate and injured. Baby's Dream has received eight reports of babies' fingers being trapped in the drop gate, including seven reports of severe lacerations and one report of an adult's finger being injured. Baby's Dream is offering consumers a free repair kit, consisting of a new brass piano-style hinge for the entire length of the drop gate to replace the original four smaller hinges. The new hinge closes the space between the lower section of the crib rail and the top section that folds down. Only Generation full-size oak cribs with the identifying cut numbers 194 through 1897 are subject to this recall. The cut number is printed next to the word "Generation" on a label attached to the lower rail of the crib's back frame. Independent juvenile furniture stores nationwide sold the cribs from December 1994 through June 1997 for about $500 to $700. Consumers should immediately lock the drop gate of these cribs in the closed position and call Baby's Dream toll-free at (888) 866-4217 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. EST Monday through Friday for the free repair kit and installation instructions. Consumers should not use the drop gate until the new hinge is installed. Consumers also can receive the repair kit by writing to Generation Crib Recall, Baby's Dream Furniture Inc., P.O. Box 579, Buena Vista, GA 31803-0579.
Toy Wooden Trains Recalled by Gymboree NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 4, 1998 Release # 98-061 Company Phone Number: (800) 558-9885 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Nychelle Fleming, (301) 504-7063 CPSC, Gymboree Corp. Announce Recall of Toy Wooden Trains WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Gymboree Corp. of Burlingame, Calif., is recalling 727 toy wooden trains. Wooden pieces of the toy can come off during play, exposing young children to small parts and presenting a choking hazard. CPSC and Gymboree have received three reports from consumers of small parts coming off the train. No injuries have been reported. The toy trains are made of wood and measures about 20 inches long when the three train cars are connected end to end. The train cars include a red, blue, orange and green engine; a red and green box car and a blue and purple dumpster. The train is packaged in an orange, blue and green box that reads, in part, "GYMBOREE, WOODEN TRAIN." A graphic of the train also appears on the box. The SKU number, located on the box, is 1103-0028. The toy was made in Thailand. Gymboree stores nationwide sold the trains from October 1997 through November 1997 for about $24. Consumers should take the trains away from children immediately and return them to the retail store where purchased for a refund. For more information about this recall, consumers should contact Gymboree at (800) 558-9885 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PST Monday through Friday.
Miniature Rocking Chairs Recalled by Effanbee Doll Company NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 29, 1998 Release # 98-060 Company Phone Number: (800) 226-3647 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Nychelle Fleming, (301) 504-7063 CPSC, Effanbee Doll Company Announce Recall of Miniature Rocking Chairs WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the Effanbee Doll Company of East Brunswick, N.J., is recalling about 2,500 miniature rocking chairs. The chair has excessive levels of lead in the paint, presenting a potential lead poisoning hazard to young children. CPSC and Effanbee are not aware of any illnesses or injuries involving this product. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of illness or injury. The rocking chair is wooden and each side of the chair is shaped into a cat's profile. The chair is painted white and the cat profiles are painted white with yellow outlines. The cat wears a green collar decorated with yellow and red dots. The cat also has brown flecks around its paws and tail. The cat has a red mouth, black nose, and black and gray eyes and ears. The chair measures about 1.75 inches wide and 4 inches long at its base. The rocking chair is part of the Wee Patsy Travel Set, which includes a miniature suitcase, two dolls, a paper doll book, doll clothing, a miniature train, a clown clothes tree, a miniature jack-in-the box, a plastic cat and the miniature rocking chair. Only the rocking chair is being recalled. Doll, gift, collectible and specialty toy stores nationwide, J.C. Penney catalogs and the Effanbee Collector's Society sold the Wee Patsy Travel Set from June 1996 through December 1996 for about $115. Consumers should take the miniature rocking chair away from children immediately. Effanbee is offering consumers a $5 refund, including postage, for the return of the miniature rocking chair. For information on how to return the miniature rocking chair and obtain a refund, consumers should call Effanbee at (800) 226-3647 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. EST Monday through Friday or write to the company at 19 Lexington Ave., East Brunswick, NJ 08816.
Company Phone Number: (800) 626-2947 January 27, 1998 Release # 98-058 WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Nancy Sales Co. Inc. of Chelsea, Mass., is recalling about 4,100 bean bag crab toys. The toys' seams can separate and allow plastic pellets to be released, presenting an aspiration hazard to young children.CPSC and Nancy Sales Co. Inc. are not aware of any injuries involving these toys. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.The bean bag crab is made from red velour fabric. Its body, measuring about 4 inches wide, is filled with plastic pellets and has plastic black eyes. Attached to the crab's body are five pairs of stuffed legs that extend the crab to about 10 inches long. The crab has a sewn-on label that reads in part, "NANCO ... CHELSEA, MA...MADE IN CHINA." A tag attached to the toy at the time of sale describes the characteristics and habitat of the "Rock Crab." Arcade and gift shops nationwide sold the toys from January 1997 through October 1997 for about $6.Consumers should take these toys away from children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. For more information about this recall, consumers should call Nancy Sales Co. Inc. at (800) 626-2947 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. EST Monday through Friday. U.S. Customs alerted CPSC to this hazard