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All product recalls affecting New Hampshire.
Includes nationwide recalls (tagged “Nationwide”) and recalls with New Hampshire in the distribution area.
January 19, 1996 Release # 96-061 WASHINGTON, D.C.- CPSC is urgently warning consumers that approximately 18,700 SC-01 carbon monoxide (CO) detectors imported and distributed by Sinostone Corporation of Wood Dale, Ill., may fail to alarm. As a result, consumers could be exposed to dangerous levels of carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, toxic gas, which could lead to serious injury or death. CPSC tested SC-01 detectors and found that the detectors could fail to alarm at concentrations of CO as high as 1,000 parts per million. Concentrations at this level could lead to permanent brain damage or death in as little as 35 minutes. CPSC requested that Sinostone recall the detectors, remove them from store shelves, and contact retailers and consumers about this recall. CPSC is unilaterally issuing this press release concerning Sinostone's SC-01 CO detectors because the company is unable to participate in a recall and has not warned the public about potential risks associated with the CO detectors.The rectangular, grey, plastic detectors measure approximately 5.5 inches long, 3.25 inches wide, and 1.5 inches deep, with vertical vents and the word "Accusniffer" on the front of the detector. A green "Power" light and a red "Alarm" light appear in the center of the detectors above the "Test/Reset" button. The model number, company name, and address are located on a sticker on the back of the detector. The detectors have a white cord and plug and a battery back-up system.Hardware stores and home improvement stores sold the detectors nationwide from October 1994 to August 1995 for a wholesale price of approximately $28. The detectors were packaged in a rectangular green box labeled in part, "Accusniffer...110 Volt Plug-in plus Battery Backup...SC-01, Stand alone model..."Consumers are urged to stop using Sinostone SC-01 CO detectors and replace them with new detectors that meet the October 1, 1995 requirements of Underwriters Laboratories Standard 2034.CO is produced when fuel is burned with incomplete combustion. CO poisoning from home fuel-burning appliances and camping equipment kills at least 250 people each year and sends another 5,000 to hospital emergency rooms for treatment. Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to the flu (without the fever). They include dizziness, fatigue, headache, nausea, and irregular breathing. Common sources of carbon monoxide include room heaters, furnaces, charcoal grills, ranges, water heaters, and fireplaces
January 2, 1996 Release # 96-057 Washington, D.C. - CPSC, Braun Inc. of Lynnfield, Mass., is voluntarily announcing a recall of and replacement filter holder for 5,000 espresso/cappuccino makers, models e20 and e25, type 3058. If the filter holder is pushed past the maximum setting, the filter holder may dislodge under pressure. As a result, it could break the glass coffee carafe and consumers could be cut by broken glass. In addition, consumers could be burned by escaping steam or spilled coffee grounds.Braun has received 16 reports of the filter holder dislodging, which resulted in three injuries, including a cut and burns.The plastic and metal espresso/cappuccino makers have a production code stamped on the bottom of the base. This voluntary corrective action involves espresso/cappuccino makers with production codes "426" through "450." The machine was packaged in a cardboard box labeled in part "Braun Espresso/Cappuccino Maker ... Made in switzerland." Major department stores, kitchen supply stores and various retailers sold the espresso/cappuccino makers nationwide from August 1994 through December 1994 for between $49 and $69.Braun is providing replacement filter holders, revised instruction sheets, and product labels to consumers who own type 3058 espresso/cappuccino makers with production codes "426" through "450." For more information, consumers can call (800) 933-8363, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Consumers should have their espresso/espresso makers available at the time of the call
January 2, 1996 Release # 96-058 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, Atlas Electric Corporation of Burlington, N.C., is voluntarily recalling approximately 15,600 portable halogen indoor/outdoor work lights, models CLP150, PQ150WS, PQ500WS, ST500 and TST500. Water may leak into the lights, component temperatures may exceed set limits, or the junction box may break away from the main bulb housing to expose live wires. Models ST500 and TST 500 may also tip over easily. As a result these work lights may pose a serious shock, burn or fire hazard.The models subject to this recall were sold in white boxes and were printed in part with the Atlas address, Atlas logo, and model number, and "Made in China." Model ST500, sold since February 1995, is a single work light mounted on a tripod. Model TST500, sold since June 1995, consists of two work lights mounted on a tripod. Model CLP150, sold since July 1995, is a clip-on work light. Models PQ150WS and PQ500WS, sold since February 1995, consists of a light mounted on a small frame with a handle on top. All of the lights involved in this recall are black and yellow. Electrical distributors and retailers sold these work lights nationwide for approximately $11.95 to $35.95 for the light mounted on a tripod.Atlas Electric Corporation has received no reports of injury associated with the use of these products.Consumers should stop using these portable halogen work lights immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. For more information, consumers should call Atlas Electric's Operations Manager at (800) 849-8485
December 26, 1995 Release # 96-056 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, Astro-Lounger Furniture Manufacturing Company Inc., of Houkla, Miss., is recalling approximately 1,000 recliner chairs. The space between the chair's seat and foot rest, measuring 6.75 inches, does not meet voluntary industry standards. The space is large enough to entrap a child's head and strangle the child.The American Furniture Manufacturers Association (AFMA) guidelines for recliners, established in 1988, specify that openings between the upholstered seat and leg rest should not be greater than five inches. Recliner chairs that do not conform with industry guidelines present a head entrapment hazard and should not be used around small children. If a child's head or neck gets caught in the large opening between the chair seat and leg rest and the child leans forward, his weight could force the leg rest down. The leg rest could close on the child's neck, strangling him. CPSC is aware of one incident in which a 13-month-old child died in a recliner.The chairs, which are upholstered in beige, blue, brown or mauve fabric, have a label that reads "Astro-Lounger" on the foot rest. The chairs were sold through furniture stores nationwide from 1990 to January 1994 for approximately $99 each.Consumers who own Astro-Lounger recliner chairs should measure the space between the seat and foot rest. If the opening is greater than five inches, consumers should stop using the chair immediately and call Astro-Lounger at (800) 700-6945. The company will send consumers a free crossbar to attach between the seat and foot rest, which is designed to reduce the space and prevent a child's head from getting caught
December 22, 1995 Release # 96-055 WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The Little Tikes Company of Hudson, Ohio, is recalling approximately 160,000 Toddle Tots Dinosaur Mountain playsets. Small plastic cups that hold palm trees may detach, posing a choking risk to young children.CPSC is aware of 12 incidents in which the cups detached. In eight cases, parents found the cups in a child's mouth. Parents found two of the children choking but were able to remove the piece. Aside from a cut finger, no other injuries have been reported.The beige plastic playsets, measuring 23 inches long, 17 inches wide and 16 inches high, resemble a rocky cave. Three palm trees, held in place by small plastic cups, surround the cave. A red footbridge extends out of the front of the cave, over a blue moat. The playset was packaged with a caveman, cavewoman, pink baby dinosaur, red Tyrannosaurus, blue Brontosaurus and an orange Stegosaurus. The cavepeople fit in the back of the blue dinosaur and in a log-shaped car, also included with the set.Toy stores and other retail stores sold the playsets nationwide between June 1994 and December 1995 for approximately $30 to $40.Consumers should not allow children to play with the playset and should call Little Tikes at (800) 321-0183 to exchange the product. The company will pay for shipping charges associated with the exchange. Consumers also may write to The Little Tikes Company at 2180 Barlow Road, Hudson, Ohio 44236
December 22, 1995 Release # 96-054 WASHINGTON, D.C.-In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Makita U.S.A. Inc. of LaMirada, Calif., is recalling approximately 7,500 Makita Angle Grinders and Angle Sanders. If the drive spindle on these power tools breaks during use, the grinder or sanding disc could separate from the tool, injuring consumers using the sanders or damaging the machines.Makita has received one report of a consumer who injured his arm when the spindle holding the cut-off wheel broke and the cut-off wheel separated from the tool.Three models of Makita tools are being recalled: Angle Sander (Model 9020L); the seven-inch Angle Grinder (Model 9027L); and the nine-inch Angle Grinder (Model 9029). Hardware stores, tool dealers, and home centers sold the tools nationwide from November 1994 through November 1995. The Angle Sander sold for $269; the seven-inch Angle Grinder sold for $288; and the nine-inch Angle Grinder sold for $294.Consumers who own one of the recalled angle grinders or angle sanders should immediately stop using the tool and return it to the nearest Makita factory or authorized service center for repair. Makita factories and authorized service centers are listed in the Yellow Pages. For more information about this recall, consumers should call (800) 4-MAKITA.This recall does not apply to sanders and grinders sold since November 1995 that bear a sticker that says "TYPE 2" on the tool and on the box
December 21, 1995 Release # 96-053 WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Sentrol, Inc. of Tualatin, Ore., is recalling 5,000 Moose brand security control panels used with smoke detectors. Some of the systems have built-in warning systems that sound to alert consumers to problems with the alarms, such as malfunctioning components, that require servicing. On certain models, these warning systems fail to sound. When the warning system fails, consumers have no way of knowing if their control panel is working.Sentrol is recalling only control panels used with two-wire smoke detectors, including up to 4,000model Z1200 systems, with manufacturing date codes 0594 through 4795, sold from January 1994 until November 9, 1995; 400 model Z1250 systems, with date codes 3195 through 4795, sold from August 1995 until November 9, 1995; and 300 model D3000 systems, with date codes 4894 through 4595, sold from December 1994 until November 9, 1995. The detection systems ranged in price from $189 to $359. Professional home protection firms sold and installed these systems under the brand name "Moose."Consumers should check the model number and date code located on the inner connect label inside the main panel door to determine if their Moose brand security panel is part of this recall. Consumers who suspect that they own defective panels should immediately contact the company from whom they purchased the system for free repairs. For more information, consumers should call Sentrol at (800) 547-2556 or write to the company at 12345 S.W. Levetron Dr., Tualatin, Ore. 97062.CPSC is not aware of any incidents involving these alarms
December 21, 1995 Release # 96-052 WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), MAVIC, S.A., of France, and it's distribution facilities in West Chester, Pa., is recalling 1,303 Cosmic brand bicycle wheels for road bikes. The front wheel hub may fracture and cause the spokes to come loose, and as a result the rider could lose control of the bicycle and fall.MAVIC is recalling 1,126 front wheels sold between December 19, 1994 and June 29, 1995, with serial numbers 275 94 000 through 365 94 000 and 001 95 000 through 179 95 000. The company also is recalling 177 rear wheels sold from March through June 1995 with serial numbers between 048 95 000 and 075 95 999. The serial number is located on the wheel rim. Bicycle specialty stores sold the front wheels for $339 and the rear wheels for $449 nationwide.Consumers should stop using the recalled wheels immediately and return them to the store where purchased for free repair. Consumers who already have had their wheels repaired under this recall need not take further action. Consumers with questions about this recall can call MAVIC at (800) 548-2945 or write the company at 207 Carter Drive, West Chester, Penn. 19382.CPSC is not aware of any incidents involving these bicycle wheels
December 21, 1995 Release # 96-051 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, International Silver Company of Boston, MA, is voluntarily recalling about 33,000 "Tree Shaped 7 Light Votive Holder" candle holders. The candle holder contains small glass pots that may overheat and shatter. The same product was sold by another company and was previously recalled on December 18, 1995.International Silver Company received seven reports of the glass pots shattering, including one where a consumer's leg was injured. The tree-shaped, wire candle holders, measure 12.75 inches high and 13.75 inches wide at the base, and is silver plated (item #991194751). The candle holders are packaged with four green and three red small glass pots in which votive candles can be placed. Major retail department and gift stores sold the candle holders nationwide from September 1995 through December 1995 from $19.99 to $24.99 each. Home Shopping Network also sold this votive holder and has begun a campaign to notify its consumers.Consumers should stop using the candle holders immediately and return them to the store purchased for a full refund. For more information, consumers living in Massachusetts should call International Silver Company's Risk Manager at (617) 568-1590 and consumers living outside Massachusetts can call toll-free (800) 667-5743
December 20, 1995 Release # 96-050 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, Tanaka America of Kent, Wash., is announcing the recall of approximately 11,000 Tanaka and Ariens leaf blowers. The blower's fuel tank could leak, presenting a possible fire hazard.The blowers are mounted on a black metal backpack frame with padded shoulder staps, an orange fuel tank, and black blower tubes. The names and model numbers of the manufacturer are printed in the center of the blower's fuel tank or on the recoil starter. Tanaka models TBL-455 and TBL-500 and the Ariens model BB-430 blowers are involved in this recall.The leaf blowers were sold nationwide from January 1986 to December 1992 for between $400 and $460 each.Consumers who own Tanaka and Ariens blowers with these model numbers should stop using them immediately and return them to any Authorized Tanaka Servicing dealer. The backpack blowers will be fitted with a redesigned fuel tank at no charge. For more information, consumers should call Tanaka at 253-333-1200, ext 217.Tanaka has not received any reports of consumers who were injured in incidents involving the fuel leaks. Tanaka is conducting this recall to prevent the possibility of injury
December 19, 1995 Release # 96-048 WASHINGTON,D.C. - CPSC, Division Sales Inc., of Itasca, Ill., is recalling 44,000 wooden toy trucks. The truck's driver and wheels can break off, presenting a choking hazard to young children.The natural wood trucks, measuring approximately 5 inches long by 2 inches wide, were sold in six styles: two styles of dump trucks; a cement truck; a truck with a large, wooden, rotating cylinder; a truck with crane; and a truck with ladder. A small gold decal on the underside of the truck reads, "MADE IN CHINA." Each truck is packaged with a small wooden driver figure in a blue cardboard box labeled, "WOOD TOY ... ENGINEERING TRUCK EDUCATIONAL TOY." Various retail stores and discount centers sold the trucks nationwide from December 1993 through December 1995 for approximately $1 each.Consumers should take the toy vehicles away from young children immediately and return the trucks to the store where they were purchased for a full refund. For more information, consumers should call Division Sales Inc. at (800) 621-8134.CPSC and Division Sales, Inc. are not aware of any injuries involving these toy trucks. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury
December 19, 1995 Release # 96-049 WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Tange, Inc, of Osaka, Japan is voluntarily recalling 808 EXP 120 front suspension forks. The fork crown may crack during use, which could cause the fork to separate from the bicycle. As a result, riders could lose control of the bicycle and fall, causing serious injury or death. To date, Tange has not received any reports of injuries associated with cracked forks.The silver-gray forks are identifiable by decals on the front sides of the fork legs which read "Tange EXP 120 Suspension." Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) stores and mail-order catalogues sold the suspension forks nationwide from October 1994 through November 1995 as original equipment on 1995 REI Novara Ponderosa mountain bikes.Consumers who own 1995 Novara Ponderosa mountain bikes with Tange EXP 120 forks should stop using the bicycles immediately and call REI customer service at (800) 828- 5533. REI and Tange will send consumers a new Manitou suspension fork free of charge and provide information on free installation. For more information, consumers should contact REI.Media inquires should be directed to Michael Collins, REI Public Affairs Manager, at (206) 395-5956
December 19, 1995 Release # 96-047 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, Accoutrements of Seattle, Washington, is voluntarily recalling 120,960 Squeak Pickle toys and 25,056 Squeak Kangaroo and baby kangaroo toys. During normal use, the squeaker device can separate from the toys, posing a choking hazard for young children.The Squeak Pickles, item S877, were sold individually from bags of 12 labelled in part, "*** The Coral Line *** Accoutrements *** Not for children under 3 *** made in China *** ." The green rubber pickles each measure 3.5 inches long. The rubber Squeak Kangaroo and baby kangaroo toys, item 9394, were sold as a set in a box labelled in part, "*** GREAT MOTHERHOOD *** FOR AGES 3 AND UP *** Squeaking *** Kangaroo *** MADE IN CHINA*** S.D.S. TOYS ***." The grey and black kangaroo measures approximately 5 inches tall. The baby kangaroo measures about 1.5 inches tall and fits in the kangaroo's pouch.Retail, toy, museum, chain and drug stores sold the pickle toys nationwide for approximately 35 cents apiece between August 1991 and November 1995. The same types of stores sold the Kangaroo toys from May 1990 through November 1995 for approximately $2.50. Consumers should immediately take these toys away from children and return the toys to the store where purchased for a full refund. For more information, consumers should call Accoutrements toll free at (800) 886-2221.To date, Accoutrements and CPSC have not received any reports of incidents involving these toys. The toys were brought to CPSC's attention through CPSC's import surveillance program, performed in cooperation with the U.S. Customs Service
December 18, 1995 Release # 96-045 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, Raleigh USA, of Kent, Wash., is recalling approximately 300 Technium MT 400 bicycle frames and 24 Technium FT 500 bicycle frames. The bicycle frames can fracture in the front at the headlug, and as a result, riders could be injured or killed if they are thrown from the bicycles. Raleigh USA is aware of two incidents in which frames have cracked or broken, causing injuries ranging from cuts and bruises to broken bones.The Model MT 400 bicycles, measuring 16.5 inches from the center of the bottom bracket to the seat, are red and black. The Model FT 500 bicycles, measuring 16.5 inches from the center of the bottom of the frame to the seat, are black and white. Authorized Raleigh Dealers and bicycle shops nationwide sold the bicycles between January and December 1993, for approximately $500 to $700.Consumers should check their bicycle's serial number, located on the bottom bracket of the bicycle frame. Consumers who own Raleigh Model MT 400 or FT 500 bicycles with serial numbers that have a number 3 as the sixth digit from the left should call Raleigh USA at (800) 222-5577. Raleigh will provide consumers the name of the nearest authorized Raleigh dealer, who will replace the frame free of charge. Raleigh may also be contacted via the Internet at raleighbik@aol.com
December 18, 1996 Release # 96-046 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, Godinger Silver Art Co., Ltd. of Brooklyn, NY, is voluntarily recalling about 19,000 "Tree Shaped 7 Light Votive Holder" candle holders. The candle holder contains small glass pots that may overheat and shatter.Godinger's received one report of the glass pots shattering, injuring a consumer's hand.The tree-shaped, wire candle holders, measuring 12.75 inches high and 13.75 inches wide at the base, were sold in two styles: silver-plated (item #1753) and brass- plated (item #1753B). The candle holders are packaged with four green and three red small glass pots in which votive candles can be placed. Major retail department and gift stores sold candle holders nationwide from September 1995 through December 1995 for $25 each.Consumers should stop using the candle holders immediately and return them to the store purchased for a full refund. For more information, consumers should call Godinger collect at (718) 387-2812
December 18, 1995 Release # 96-044 WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and The Gymboree Corporation, of Burlingame, Calif., today announced the voluntary recall of 2,800 "GymRattle" infant rattles sold after July 26, 1995. These GymRattles could come apart during use, releasing a small rattle bell and small wooden pieces that present a choking hazard to young children.The wooden rattle, measuring 4.5 inches long, has a multi-colored, cylinder-shaped cage with a small silver bell inside and a circular wooden handle. The rattles' hang tag reads in part, "GYMBOREE ... GymRattle ... Crafted in solid maple wood ... Recommended for ages to 3 to 18 months..." Gymboree stores sold the recalled rattles nationwide from July 26,1995 through November 1995 for approximately $8. GymRattles sold before July 26, 1995 are not part of this recall.Consumers should take the recalled GymRattles away from children immediately and return them to the Gymboree store where purchased for a full refund. For more information, consumers should contact Gymboree at (800) 222-7758.Gymboree has not received any reports of incidents or injuries involving GymRattles. Gymboree is conducting this recall program voluntarily to prevent the possibility of injury, as part of Gymboree's commitment to customer safety.The Gymboree Corporation is conducting this recall through its subsidiaries, The Gymboree Stores, Inc. and Gymboree Retail Stores, Inc
Cellular Phone Charger Recalled by Mascot Electronic A.S. NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CPSC Media Contact: December 18, 1995 (301) 504-7908 Release # 96-043 CPSC, Mascot Electronic A.S. Announce Cellular Phone Charger Recall WASHINGTON, D.C.- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mascot Electronic AS of Fredrikstad, Norway is recalling 65,800 ACH-4U cellular phone chargers used with Nokia cellular phones. Nokia has received reports that the charger's plastic cover may crack, and as a result the plug prongs located on the back of the charger may become loose. If the prongs loosen and break off of the charger while it is plugged in, the prongs can become lodged in electrical outlets. Consumers could receive an electrical shock if they try to remove the separated prongs from outlets. The rectangular, black, plastic chargers measure approximately 3 inches long, 2.5 inches wide, and 1 inch tall and have grooves on the side. The words, "Made in Norway," the model number, and date code appear on the label affixed to the charger. This recall only applies to ACH-4U chargers with date codes 9531 through 9546. The chargers were sold nationwide from July, 1995 to November, 1995 under the brand names Nokia and AT&T. Various cellular phone dealers sold the chargers as part of the basic sales package or separately as accessories. Mascot Electronic AS of Norway manufactured the chargers for Nokia. Consumers who own a model ACH-4U charger should stop using it immediately and call Nokia at (800) 204-2567. Nokia will help consumers identify whether their chargers are part of this recall, and if they are, how to receive a free replacement charger. Nokia is not aware of any injuries involving this product. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
December 14, 1995 Release # 96-041 WASHINGTON, D.C. CPSC, Consolidated Stores Corporation of Columbus, Ohio, is recalling 26,000 mini- hammocks, which do not have spreader bars to hold the hammock bed open. Without spreader bars, children can become entangled and strangle while getting in or out of a hammock.Since 1975, CPSC has received reports of 17 children between the ages of 5 and 17 who strangled while using mini-hammocks without spreader bars that were manufactured by various companies. CPSC is also aware of one incident in which a child became entangled and suffered brain damage from a near-strangulation in a mini-hammock allegedly sold by Consolidated Stores.Mini-hammocks are light-weight, nylon mesh hammocks without spreader bars. Consolidated Stores mini-hammocks measure 7 feet wide by 20 feet long with nylon ropes at each end. Consolidated sold the hammocks nationwide in 1990 and 1991 for $3.99 each at its Big Lots and Odd Lots stores.Consumers should stop using the Consolidated mini-hammocks and return them to the Big Lots or Odd Lots stores where purchased for a full refund. For more information, consumers may call Consolidated Stores at (800) 877-1253, Ext. 6807.CPSC staff is investigating other mini-hammock manufacturers and importers to determine whether their hammocks present similar entanglement risks
December 14, 1995 Release # 96-042 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, Young's Association Inc. of Gardena, Calif., is recalling 900,000 disposable cigarette lighters that do not comply with CPSC safety standards. CPSC test results showed that at least 50 percent of the lighters can be ignited without using the safety devices that prevent young children from igniting the lighters.Young's Association imported the lighters from Hong Kong distributing them through convenience stores and gas stations in Arizona, Arkansas, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Missouri, New York, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, Washington and the Territory of Puerto Rico. The non-refillable, disposable cigarette lighters were sold for 50 to 75 cents each from a display tray containing 50 lighters in 5 assorted colors: blue, green, pink, purple and clear. The metal caps of the lighters were stamped with "CiG" and "SNAPLOC." Approximately 900,000 lighters were sold from June to September 1995.Consumers should stop using the lighters immediately and keep them out of the reach of children. Consumers should return the lighters to the place where purchased for a full refund. For more information about this recall, consumers should contact Young's Association toll-free at (800) 654-0132, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PST. CPSC and Young's Association are not aware of any injuries involving these disposable cigarette lighters. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury
December 14, 1995 Release # 96-040 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, three bunk bed manufacturers and importers are recalling over 31,400 wooden bunk beds. The bunk beds have openings on the top bunk that present a potential entrapment hazard to young children. The spaces can be large enough for a child's body to pass through, but small enough to entrap the child's head. On May 9, 1995, CPSC and 11 manufacturers announced the recall of more than 320,000 wooden bunk beds with similar entrapment hazards. Similarly, on September 28, 1995, CPSC and an additional 10 manufacturers announced the recall of over 41,000 wooden bunk beds. In response to this action, the manufacturers participating in this recall have also identified bunk beds with similar entrapment hazards.From 1990 through 1995, CPSC received reports of 26 children who died from becoming caught in bunk beds with similar spaces in the top bunk. Twenty one of those children were ages two and under, and four were three years of age. Neither CPSC nor the manufacturers are aware of any deaths associated with the products listed below.The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) voluntary standard for bunk beds requires that, in addition to having guardrails on both sides of the top bunk, any spaces between the guardrail and bed frame, and in the head and foot boards on the top bunk, be less than 3.5 inches. Bunk beds currently made by the companies listed below now meet the spacing requirement of the voluntary standard. The companies are also providing permanent labels for or placing permanant labels on their bunk beds to warn that children under the age of six be prohibited from the upper bunk. CPSC and the manufacturers continue to urge parents and caregivers not to put children under the age of six on the top bunk.The manufacturers and importers listed below are participating in this recall to improve the safety of these beds and to meet the requirements of the voluntary standard.Consumers should stop using the recalled beds immediately and call the company or contact the retailer for a replacement guardrail, retrofit kit, or instructions to help eliminate the potential entrapment hazard. If this cannot be done (for example, firm out of business) then consumers should destroy or discard the product. If consumers are not sure of the bunk bed manufacturer or have questions about this recall, they should call CPSC's Hotline at (800) 638-2772. CompanyModel #'sDatesDistributedLocationsDescriptionof Beds Quality Craft, Inc.National City, CA(619) 474-8881 P4279 P4280P4281 P4488P5881 P4177 Prior to July 1995 WesternUnited States Royce Corp.Dandridge, TN(423) 397-9761 60-060(formerly 4105)60-160(formerly 4805) 1990-1994 Central and Eastern U.S. Wood,Ladder End,Bunk Beds Sentury WaterandOakFurniture ManufacturerOUT OF BUSINESS 9451 "Country Land" May 1994 -August 1995 Southern CA Sold Onlythrough "Kids"Quarters" stores(714) 661-610