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All product recalls affecting South Dakota.
Includes nationwide recalls (tagged “Nationwide”) and recalls with South Dakota in the distribution area.
Toy Kitchen Is Recalled; Parts May Cause Choking NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 2, 1989 Release # 89-009 Toy Kitchen Is Recalled; Parts May Cause Choking WASHINGTON -- Amloid Company of Saddle Brook, NJ, is voluntarily recalling some 75,000 "Cook N Clean Kitchen" toys because small plastic parts may come off the toy and could pose a choking hazard to young children. Packaged in a yellow plastic, fold-up carrying case, "Cook N Clean Kitchen" is a toy kitchen for pre-school children. The toy kitchen includes a stove, sink, cupboard, pots, pans, utensils and placemats made of blue, red and yellow plastic. The temperature control knob on the stove and small red pegs on the back of the toy may come off and could present a choking hazard. Imported from Mexico, the toys were sold nationwide since April 1987 for about $6 to $8. Consumers should immediately take the toy away from young children and return it to the store where purchased for a refund of the full purchase price. The U.S. Customs Service identified the potentially hazardous toy at the Port of Laredo, Texas during "Operation Toyland," a joint surveillance program with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Choking Hazard Prompts Recall Of Flower Rattle NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 2, 1989 Release # 89-010 Choking Hazard Prompts Recall Of Flower Rattle WASHINGTON, D. C. -- A plastic flower-shaped baby rattle is being voluntarily recalled by M. Adler's Son, Inc., Brooklyn, New York, because the rattle may break and the pieces may pose a choking hazard to infants and young children. The Flower Rattle No. M6588 is six inches long and made of white plastic with circles an both ends. Inside of one circle is a blue, pink or yellow "flower" with colored beads inside its petals. The rattles were manufactured in China and 93,000 were sold nationwide from October 1987 to October 1988. Consumers should immediately take the flower rattle away from infants and return the product to the retailer where purchased for a full-refund. Consumers may also contact M. Adler's Son, Inc., at 1-800-221-6974 for additional information. The U.S. Custom Service identified the hazardous rattles at the Port of Oakland, California during "Operation Toyland," a joint import surveillance program with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
February 2, 1989 Release # 89-008 Toro Recalls Rear Engine Riding Mowers WASHINGTON - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today that it has reached an agreement with the Toro Company, Minneapolis, MN, whereby rear engine riding mowers manufactured by Toro between 1972 and 1979 are being recalled. Toro has learned that there is a possibility that, after starting the mower with the auxiliary rope starter, which is located under the hinged rear body/seat, the user can fall or sit on the rotating starter cup. In addition to the recall program, Toro has also agreed to pay the CPSC a civil penalty of $75,000 in settlement of allegations of the Commission staff which are denied by the company that the company violated the defect reporting requirements of the Consumer Product Safety Act, with regard to the riding mowers. The company has found that there is a possibility that the 1973 mowers can be started in gear if the shift linkage is not properly adjusted, and that 1972-1976 mowers can be accidentally kicked or bumped into gear. Severe laceration injuries to the buttocks have occurred when, after starting the engine, the user climbed on the mower and fell, or simply sat, on the exposed rotating starter cup while the seat was still raised. In cooperation with the CPSC, Toro is offering to install a recoil version of the auxiliary starter at no charge. Consumers should contact their local Toro Authorized or Master Service Dealer to arrange for this service. In addition, Toro is offering to inspect and/or adjust the shift linkage on the 1973 riding mowers.Toro has sent notices to some 19,000 registered owners of the 1974-1979 mowers and has posted notices of this recall program in dealer's showrooms. Consumers who own one of these mowers, but have not received notice, should contact their nearest Toro Service dealer or call Toro toll-free at 1-800-444-8676. The rear engine riding mowers involved in this program can be identified by the following numbers which are located on the engine base plate to the left of the engine: Model Serial Range 56575560255603056027560335604456044 200001-299999300001-399999300001-399999400001-599999400001-599999600001-7999998000001-9999999 The Toro Company can be reached by calling the toll free number between the hours of 8:00am and 4:30pm, Central Time or by writing to the Consumer Service Department -- The Toro Company, 8111 Lyndale Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55420
Holiday Brass Candle Lamp Recalled By Bradlees NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 19, 1989 Release # 89-006 Holiday Brass Candle Lamp Recalled By Discount Firm WASHINGTON---Some 320,000 imported electric brass candle lamps sold during last year's Christmas shopping season by Bradlees Department Stores are being voluntarily recalled by the Braintree, Mass., discount chain because of a potential electrocution hazard, shocks with the lamp. Recalled is the style #95062 brass candle lamp which sold for $4.99 at Bradlees east coast stores from Maine to North Carolina. Lamps were manufactured by Kobiiz in Taiwan. Consumers should retrieve the lamps from their Christmas holiday decorations and return them to the nearest Bradlees store for a full refund of the purchase price. For additional information, consumers may call Bradlees Consumer Affairs at 1-617-770-5377.
January 13, 1989 Release # 89-004 Customs' Seizure Leads To Recall Of Toy Rattles WASHINGTON--Some 3,000 baby rattles imported from China being recalled voluntarily by Stahlwood Toy Manufacturing Company of Maspeth, N.Y., because spheres at both ends may break into pieces which present a potential choking hazard to young children.The U.S. Customs Service identified the potentially hazardous rattle at the Port of New York during "Operation Toyland," a joint surveillance program conducted earlier this year with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).The "Klick-Klack Rattle" is a 6 1/2-inch long, plastic barbell-shaped rattle. Five plastic rings of different colors, bearing the imprint of "Stahlwood Toy N.Y., of the rattle. Sold nationwide since 1983, the rattle was packaged in a clear plastic bag with a cardboard label stating "YOUNG TIMES KLICK-KLACK RATTLE," and "Made in China." Neither CPSC nor the manufacturer is aware of any injuries associated with this product. Consumers should immediately take the rattle away from infants and return it to the store where purchased for a refund of the full purchase price. This rattle may also be returned to Stahlwood Toy Manufacturing Company, 58-30 Grand Avenue, Maspeth, N.Y. 11378 for a full refund
Craft Dolls And Rattles Recalled For Possible Choking Hazards NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 13, 1989 Release # 89-003 Craft Dolls And Rattles Recalled For Possible Choking Hazards FOR RELEASE: WASHINGTON, D.C. Six dolls and five rattles are voluntarily being recalled by M. Ginsburg & Co. of Chicago, Illinois, because of possible choking hazards to infants and young children. Sold in craft stores, the dolls and rattles were marketed as decorations. The six dolls are: 3-1/21" Doll #5219; 6-1/2" Baby Doll #5386; 3-1/21" Crawling Baby Doll #5602; 3-1/21" Sitting Baby Doll #5603; 6" Dressed Doll with Crystal Eyes #5613; 5" Sitting Doll with Yarn Hair in Yellow' Pink, Red, Blue, or Rust #5406. These dolls are being recalled because the arms and/or heads can be pulled off and choked on by a young child. The five rattles are: Plastic Clothespin #6599, a 4-1/211 pink or blue clothespin with a painted-on face and cloth ribbon; Plastic Spoon #6600, a 4-1/2" pink or blue spoon with a painted- on face and cloth ribbon; Plastic Safety Pin #6601, a 4-1/211 pink or blue safety pin with cloth ribbon; Plastic Telephone #6638, a 4-1/2" pink or blue telephone receiver with a cloth ribbon; and Plastic Rattle #6640, a 2-1/2" pink ball with blue handle or a blue ball with pink handle. These rattles are small enough to fit into an infant's mouth, and long enough to reach the back of the throat and cause choking. Consumers who purchased these dolls and rattles should immediately take them away from young children and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund of the purchase price. For additional information, you may call M. Ginsburg & Co. at 1-800-621-3681.
Coleman Offers Repair Kit For Powermate Generator NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 3, 1989 Release # 89-001 Coleman Offers Repair Kit For Powermate Generator WASHINGTON -- Repair kits for some 1700 Powermate Model PM 3000 electric generators sold over the past five years are being offered by Coleman Powermate, Inc. of Kearney, Nebraska to correct a possible fuel line leak which could trigger a fire. In the voluntary recall undertaken in cooperation with the U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Coleman Powermate said that vibration from use of the generator can cause the fuel hose to rub against the edge of the engine shroud. If the fuel line ruptures, gasoline will spill and could cause a fire. The firm has received two reports of fuel line rupture, neither of which resulted in fire or personal injury. Coleman Powermate, which is the successor company to Ag-Tronic, Inc., said suspect Model PM 3000 generators were manufactured between December 1983 and September 1988. Model PM 3000 generators bearing serial number 193180 and higher have been corrected at the factory and do not pose the safety problem. Consumers with Model PM 3000 electric generators will receive a repair kit with step-by-step instructions for replacing the existing fuel line hose and engine shroud with a new fuel hose and newly designed engine shroud which will correct the problem. Consumers should call the company at 1-800-445-1805 for a free repair kit or write Coleman Powermate, Inc., 125 Airport Road, Kearney, Nebraska 68848.
Child Enclosures Recalled by Several Companies NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 28, 1988 Release # 88-117 New Infant Strangulation Prompts Second Recall Of Child Enclosures WASHINGTON--Another infant strangulation in Pennsylvania involving an expandable wooden enclosure has prompted the U.S Consumer Product Safety Commission to issue a second recall notice for old accordion style enclosures which have been involved in at least seventeen incidents resulting in four deaths. Noting that many thousands of the enclosures have not been returned to manufacturers and are still being used, CPSC said, consumers should immediately remove, collapse and store enclosures pending return of the product. First announced in May, 1986 as part of a consent agreement between CPSC and six manufacturers, the recalled enclosures were manufactured by Memline Corporation (under the name-Nu-Line Industries); WBI, Inc., (formerly Worldsbest Industries, Inc.); Paris Manufacturing Corporation; North States Industries; Mapes Industries, Inc.; and Creative Playthings (enclosures were last sold by the firm in 1974 and is not affiliated with Creative Playthings, Ltd., of Framingham, Massachusetts). CPSC said toddlers between 10 and 24 months of age are at the greatest risk because they can climb on the enclosure, and may slip and catch their the top of the enclosure. ead or neck in the V-shaped openings at They may also attempt to crawl through and become entrapped in the diamond-shaped openings in the middle of the enclosure. The angles of the V-shaped openings are narrow enough to entrap the head or neck of a child. For instructions on returning the enclosures, consumers should call Nu-Line Industries toll-free at 1-800-558-7300; Nu-Line is coordinating the recall for all manufacturers. As an incentive to return the enclosure, consumers will receive a $10 cash refund or a $15 coupon which may be used toward the purchase of any product manufactured by Nu-Line industries, Paris Manufacturing Corporation, or Northstates Industries, Inc.
Cool Flute and Binoculars Recalled by Kellogg NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 28, 1988 Release # 88-118 Kellogg Company Voluntarily Recalls Two Toy Premiums BATTLE CREEK, MICH. -- In cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kellogg Company announced today that it is voluntarily recalling two promotional toys, "Cool Flute" and "Binoculars," packaged in some of its products because they fail to comply with CPSC's small parts regulations. Approximately 30 million of these items were distributed nationally beginning in the spring of 1988. Kellogg Company and the CPSC share a concern that when subjected to use and abuse testing these premiums may break into small parts and pose a potential choking hazard to children under three years of age. The "Cool Flute" is a plastic musical toy with two plastic tubes connected to a mouthpiece. Only the "Cool Flute" found in Corn POPS cereal is affected by this recall. "Cool Flute" toys found in other products are not subject to this action. While Kellogg has received no complaints of injuries related to children playing with a "Cool Flute," one choking incident, which did not result in serious injury, was reported to the CPSC. The "Binoculars" consist of two plastic lenses with a cardboard holder. "Binoculars" are distributed in marked boxes of FRUITY MARSHMALLOW KRISPIES, COCOA KRISPIES, and RICE KRISPIES, and the family size 12 count POP TARTS toaster pastries. No complaints of injuries involving playing with the "Binoculars" have been reported. Kellogg Company and the CPSC also want to inform consumers who have a "Cool Flute" (from Corn POPS only) or "Binoculars" in their homes to take them away from children under three years of age and discard them, or return the toy to Kellogg Company for reimbursement. If reimbursement is desired, consumers may send either toy to Kellogg Company, P.O. Box 3599, Battle Creek, MI 49016. Consumers with any questions may call Kellogg Company Consumer Affairs department collect at (616) 961-2277 or 616 961-2278. For media inquiries, call George Franklin at (616) 961-3799.
December 28, 1988 Release # 88-116 CPSC Wants "Monster" Ride Inspected For Defects Washington, D.C. -- After a preliminary investigation of an amusement park accident that killed one person and injured at least six others at the Broward County, Florida Fair in November 1988, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has asked owners and operators of all "Monster" amusement rides nationwide to undertake immediate metallurgical inspections of the ride to protect the public.According to the Commission, the Hallendale, Florida accident occurred when one of six sweeps of the ride broke, causing four cars at the end of the ride's arm to fall to the ground. The ride was operated by the James Strates Shows of Orlando, Florida and was manufactured by the Eyerly Aircraft Company of Salem, Oregon. Eyerly no lonqer makes amusement rides.CPSC said a 1982 safety bulletin issued by Eyerly Aircraft company emphasized that the sweeps of the "Monster" need to be thoroughly examined visually and with non-destructive test methods to identify cracking of critical structural areas. Such testing methods include magnetic particle technique, ultrasonic measurements, and dye-penetrant inspection. A preliminary investigation indicates that a crack in one of the sweeps may have caused the Florida accident. There was no indication, however, that the crack had been painted over.Although the agency has no jurisdiction over permanent amusement rides, the inspection notice will be supplied to both permanent and mobile "Monster" ride owners. The CPSC said it was sending copies of the inspection plan to all identified "Monster" ride owners in an effort to ensure total ride safety.The Commission staff said it was also asking state amusement ride inspectors to assist in implementing the inspection program. Presently, 32 states regulate amusement rides in one form or another.<br style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Geneva, Swiss, SunSans-Regular; font-size:small; line-height: normal;" />The Commission's investigation of the Florida accident is continuing. Meanwhile it will monitor inspections by the owners of the rides and take additional action as warranted. Rides similar to the Monster while not affected by this inspection program are also under review by the Commission staff
Imported Toys Recalled by Lil' Mort Sales NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 20, 1988 Release # 88-114 Choking Hazards Prompt Recall Of Imported Toys WASHINGTON-- Lil Mort Sales of Chicago, Illinois is voluntarily recalling six small wind-up toys and klacker balls because they pose potential hazards to young children consumers. Sold nationwide during the last two years for less than the six wind-up toys include Funny Action planes trains, helicopters, and Busy Animals turtles and frogs. The Stretch Tail Pup brown-and-white plastic dog's tail is attached to the wheels. The dog's tail is attached to a pull-action string which activates the wheels. The dog's ears may separate from the toy and could present a choking hazard pull-action string which activates may separate from the toy young children. The Whistling Funny Action Toys are multi-colored plastic wind-up airplanes, helicopters and train engines measuring three, inches long. The toys are propellers and wind-up key choking hazard to young children. Busy Animals are wind-up frogs and turtles standing five inches tall and made of green, orange and yellow plastic. The arms and wind-up key may dislodge from the frog; the turtle's feet may also break off and present choking hazards to young children. Imported from Taiwan, the Klacker Balls consist of two one-and-one-third-inch, colored, solid plastic balls attached to both ends of a braided cotton-nylon cord. Klacker balls are banned because the balls may separate from the string and could cause injury to users or bystanders. Consumers should immediately take the toys away from children and destroy the toys or return them to the store of purchase for a full refund Sales at 312-545-4141 for Consumers may also call Lil Mort information about the product recall.
Safety Pin Rattle Recalled by Fiber-Craft Materials Corp. NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 20, 1988 Release # 88-115 Safety Pin Rattle Recalled as Potential Choking Hazard WASHINGTON -- A Safety Pin Rattle is being voluntarily recalled by Fiber-Craft Materials Corp. of Niles, Illinois, because it presents a possible choking hazard to infants and young children. Sold in craft stores, the rattles were marketed as decorations. Made of blue, pink or yellow plastic and shaped like a safety pin, the model #4642 rattle is approximately four inches long with noise-making beads inside. The rattle is small enough to fit into an infant's mouth, and long enough to reach the back of the throat and possibly cause choking. Consumers who purchased the recalled Safety Pin Rattles should immediately take them away from infants and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund of the purchase price. For additional information, call Fiber-Craft at l-312-647-1140. The U.S. Customs Service identified the hazardous rattle at the Port of Chicago during "Operation Toyland," a joint surveillance program with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Race Cars, Jetplanes & Speedcycles Recalled by Acme Premium Supply NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 20, 1988 Release # 88-113 Acme Premium Supply Corp. Recalls Plastic Racing Cars, Jetplanes and Speedcycles WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Acme Premium Supply-Corp. of St. Louis, Missouri today announced the voluntary recall of Plastic Racing Cars item C805, Plastic Jetplanes item C822 and Plastic Speedcycle item C900 which were distributed as prizes at carnivals and fairs. Each item is contained in a package indicating that it is not recommended for children under three years of age. On all three toys, the small wheels may present a potential choking hazard for young children. The U.S. Customs Service identified the potentially hazardous toys at the Port of Seattle during "Operation Toyland," a joint surveillance program with the Consumer Product Safety Commission. The carnival toys are made of light, bendable plastic in The "Supersonic Jetplane" and the "Speedcycle" are 4 3/4" long, and the "Racinq Car" is 3" long. The small, black wheels an the toys, which measure 1/2" to 3/4", are single or double wheels on an axle, which snap into slots on the underside of the toys. Although the CPSC and Acme Premium Supply Corp. have not received reports of any injuries involving these plastic toys, consumers should take the toys away from young children and discard them. Approximately 22,000 of these toys were imported from Hong Kong and distributed to the amusement industry since January 1, 1983. Anyone wishing additional information about this recall may contact Acme Premium Supply Corp. 4100 Forest Park Blvd., St. Louis, Missouri 63108 or call 1-800-325-7888.
Lawn Darts Recalled By Franklin Sports Industries NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 13, 1988 Release # 88-109 Franklin Sports Industries, Inc. Recalls All Of Its Lawn Darts WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Franklin Sports Industries, Inc. of Stoughton, Massachusetts, is the first company to voluntarily recall its yard dart sets because the blunt metal tips may pose a risk of injury, especially to children. The Franklin yard darts were sold separately as Model #3210 Yard Dart Set and as part of combination sets as Model #3283 Three Game Combination Set, Model #3284 Three Game Combination Set and Model #3287 Five Game Combination Set. Each of these sets contained four yard darts, 12 1/2 inches long with a 1 3/4 inch blunt metal tip. Each dart has one aerodynamic fin with three wings. Consumers that have these yard darts should stop using the darts immediately and return just the four darts directly to: Yard Dart Recall, Franklin Sports Industries, 17 Campanelli Parkway, Stoughton, MA 02072. Consumers will receive $5.00 directly from Franklin Sports Industries, Inc. for the return of the four yard darts. To identify yard darts made by Franklin, consumers should check for the permanently embossed FRANKLIN logo and the warning "ADULT GAME NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN'S USE" which appears on two of the wings. Only yard darts with both identifying marks should be returned. Consumers requiring additional information may call Franklin sports at 1-860-225-8679; Massachusetts residents should call 1-617-344-1111.
E-Z Go Strollers Recalled By Century NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 Note: Return program no longer available. Do not use these products. Please discard or destroy these products. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Originally issued December 16, 1988; Revised August 27, 2001 Release # 88-111 Century Recalling E-Z Go Strollers WASHINGTON -- Century Products Company, of Macedonia, Ohio voluntarily recalled some 14,600 umbrella strollers to correct mechanical problems. Undertaken in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the recall involves three strollers sold nationally: model numbers 11-066DI and 11-077SA sold under the E-Z Go brand name, and model number 11-074SR sold by Sears as an "Infant Umbrella-Style Stroller. Model numbers are found on the instruction sheet and on the stroller's legs. All strollers were distributed between January and May, 1988. Century Products Company said seat backs and a rear locking brace may not perform properly. When a toddler strapped in the stroller leans too far forward, or if the stroller comes to an abrupt stop, the child may fall forward and strike his head. Also, when the person pushing the stroller accidentally kicks the rear locking brace, the stroller will fold on the child whose fingers could be pinched as the adult attempts to re-open the stroller. Consumers having the stroller should stop using the product and discard or destroy the product. The return program is no longer available. For more information, consumers may also write Century Products Company, 9600 Valley View Road, Macedonia, Ohio or call the company's customer service number at 800-345-4109..
Release # 88-112 WASHINGTON, D. C. --In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and the New York State Attorney General's Office, Century Products Company Macedonia, Ohio were offering a redesigned replacement horn for its Century Roadster Walker. The horn is located in the center of the steering wheel and can be torn or bitten off by a child occupant. There have been eleven potential choking incidents reported, including one in which a horn piece was removed from a child's mouth to prevent his choking. Approximately 80,000 walkers with defective horns were distributed nationally. To prevent a potential choking hazard, consumers are urged to remove the horn immediately from the steering wheel by grasping the horn with pliers and pulling the horn out. Owners should check the date of manufacture on the carton and on a sticker located underneath the "fender." Walkers manufactured after January 1, 1989 come equipped with the redesigned horn and do not need to be replaced. The replacement horn is no longer available. Please remove the horn, and then discard or destroy it. More information can be obtained by calling the company's customer service number at 800-345-4109
November 30, 1988 Release # 88-107 "Silver Rail Express" Toy Train Recalled Because Of Potential Fire Hazard WASHINGTON, D. C - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), New Bright Industries of Canton, Michigan is voluntarily recalling some 38,000 battery-powered toy train sets because of a potential fire hazard. The train sets, identified as Model 41170, "Talking Silver Rail Express," were manufactured in Hong Kong and shipped to the U.S. between August 28, 1986 and November 5, 1986. New Bright Industries has received 16 complaints of toy train sets short-circuiting, causing the coal tender car to overheat. No injuries have been reported; however, consumers have reported nine incidents of the train catching fire. The train sets involved were manufactured with two different types of wire plug connectors between the coal tender car and the locomotive which transmit power current from the battery compartment in the coal tender car to the DC motor in the locomotive. One of these plug connectors is made of black plastic with a metal prong protruding straight forward. The other plug has a metal prong protruding at a 90-degree angle. All New Bright Model 1170 Silver Rail Express train sets manufactured and shipped in 1987 and 1988 have a plastic connector plug with no metal prong, and are not affected by the recall. New Bright Industries is offering a free replacement train set to owners of 1986 train sets. For information about obtaining a free replacement as well as assistance in identifying models affected by this recall announcement, consumers should call New Bright Industries toll-free number at 1-800-325-5630; in Michigan, call collect at 1-313-981-0020. Consumers may also write to New Bright Industries, 41911 Ford Road, Canton, MI 48187
November 29, 1988 Release # 88-106 Repair Program Announced For Stomach Exerciser WASHINGTON-Some two million "Gut Buster" stomach exercise devices sold nationally by Gut Buster of Canton, Ohio are the subjects of a repair program undertaken by the company in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The product was sold between October 1986 and June 1987 for a price of $19.95.Acting on consumer reports of more than 700 unconfirmed injuries when the exercise spring broke, Gut Buster has developed a method of repairing the device to reduce chances of the spring breaking and injuring users. In some situations, the spring of the "Gut Buster" may be extended too far to withstand the additional stress and could snap. Consumers have allegedly experienced bruises, cuts and lacerations to the face and other parts of the body. Consumers should stop using the exercise device and are instructed to call Gut Buster's toll-free number at 1-800-325-7292 to receive the repair kit. Consumers can also write to Gut Buster at 1400 Raff Road, S.W., Canton, Ohio 44750. Step-by-step instructions will explain how to shorten and retie the safety cord that runs the entire inside length of the exercise spring. Consumers not wishing to repair the device should discard the "Gut Buster" so no one else may use it
VaporSimac Irons Recalled By Simac S.P.A. NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 28, 1988 Release # 88-105 VaporSimac Irons Recalled WASHINGTON, D.C. - VaporSimac irons, which have been associated with at least seven incidents of fire including one burn injury, are being recalled in a voluntary agreement between Simac S.P.A. and the U.S Consumer Product Safety Commission. Approximately 10,000 steam irons have been sold nationwide between 1985 and 1987 through major department stores and sewing specialty stores. The VaporSimac iron, advertised as having "features of a professional model applied to a household unit," has a separate transparent plastic cold water reservoir and a three-prong plug. The product designed to operate vertically as well as horizontally, retailed for about $100. Owners should immediately stop using their iron and return it to Electra Craft, 250 Halsey Street, Newark, New Jersey 07102 for a full refund. Postage costs will be reimbursed by the firm. For further information owners may call 1-800-223-1898.
November 21, 1988 Release # 88-097 Toy Motorboat Recalled; Seized During CPSC/U.S. Customs Operation WASHINGTON -- "Cap'n Mickey's Motorboat," an Illco pre-school toy imported from China, is being recalled by Child World Inc., of Avon, Massachusetts, because the propeller of the wind-up boat can come off and may cause choking in young children.The recalled toy, model #8230, is a six-inch long red white and blue plastic motorboat with seated figures of Goofy, Donald Duck, and Cap'n Mickey Mouse that "jiggle" when the boat is moved. A wind-up key activates a propeller to move the boat in water; wheels allow the boat to be pushed on the floor. Approximately 10,000 were sold nationally for about $5. Consumers should take the toy away from young children immediately and return it to the store where purchased for a refund of the purchase price or exchange it for a toy of similar value. Neither the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) nor Child World Inc. is aware of injuries associated with this toy.U.S. Customs Service identified the potentially hazardous toy at the port of Newark, New Jersey during "Operation Toyland," a joint import surveillance program with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)