August, 2006

August 30, 2006

Swimming Pool Items, Babies and Kids, Toys, Water Toys

Pool Toys Recalled by Wild Planet Toys Due to Risk of Impalement Injury to Children

The Jet Streamers™ Outdoor Antics! Pump-Action Water Blasters are straight squirt guns for the pool. The Jet Streamers measure 9-inches long with a bulbous water reservoir at one end and a rigid tapering handle containing a small water intake hole at the other end. The tapering handle is gray while the bulbous water reservoir varies in colors of white/green, blue/yellow and orange/silver. Tiny raised lettering on the Jet Streamers' handles state, "©2002 Wild Planet Toys, San Francisco, CA, USA, Made in China." The toys were sold as a 2-pack set, in packages with other pool toys, such as dive balls and magnet dive gloves, and with boys' swim trunks. The product packaging is labeled "Jet Streamers," "Wild Planet" and is for children ages five and older. Read more.


August 29, 2006

Tractors, Gardening and Landscaping, Yard and Garden

Deere & Company Recalls Lawn Tractors, Blade Could Operate While Mower Unattended

These John Deere X300 Select Series lawn tractors are green with yellow seats and wheels. The following model and serial numbers can be found on the serial number plate on the tractor's frame, which is located just above the front wheel axle on the right side of the tractor. Read more.


August 29, 2006

Chairs, Stools & Benches

Milano Stools Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Fall Hazard

The recalled stools have four legs, are made of wood, and have dark brown or black seats. The counter stool is 24 inches tall and the bar stool is 30 inches tall. The stools have item numbers 202448 and 118136, which can be found on the packaging material. Read more.


August 29, 2006

Fireplaces & Accessories, Gas-Burning Fireplaces, Heating and Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures

Agio International's Outdoor Steel Dome Fireplaces Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

The recalled fireplace consists of a round fire bowl that rests on four legs, with a chimney cap and hood. The fireplace is made of steel and is painted black. They are about 3-feet tall and 2-feet wide. The item number, 91023, is printed on the package materials. Read more.


August 25, 2006

Sprinklers (Lawn), Garden Hoses or Nozzles or Sprinklers, Gardening and Landscaping, Yard and Garden

Syratech Corporation Recalls Elements Decorative Lawn Sprinklers

The recalled products are Elements® lawn sprinklers with a plastic decorative body mounted on wheels in the shape of a green frog, blue fish or yellow duck sold under model numbers: Model No. 4005059 (Duck) Model No. 4005060 (Frog) Model No. 4005061 (Fish) The model numbers are located on the side of the packaging. Read more.


August 24, 2006

Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery, Computer Equipment, Computers & Monitors & Projectors, Electronics, Laptop Computers

Apple Recall of Batteries Used in Previous iBook and PowerBook Computers Due To Fire Hazard

The recalled lithium-ion batteries were used with the following computers: 12-inch iBook G4, 12-inch PowerBook G4 and 15-inch PowerBook G4. Consumers should remove the battery from the computer to view the model and serial numbers labeled on the bottom of the unit. Read more.


August 23, 2006

Sports and Recreation, Track and Field and Exercise, Weight Lifting

Weightlifting Bars Recalled by York Barbell Co. After Reports of Units Breaking

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August 23, 2006

Lawn Mowers & Accessories, Lawn Mowers and Leaf Blowers and Lawn Vacuums, Riding Lawn Mowers, Yard and Garden

Blount International Inc. Recalls Replacement Blades for Use with Snapper Riding Lawnmowers Due to Laceration Hazard

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August 23, 2006

Fire Suppressors, Other Yard and Garden, Pumps, Yard and Garden

ITT Water Technology Inc. Recalls Faulty Pumps for Fire Suppression Systems

The recalled pumps are general in purpose, but are sometimes used in fire suppression systems. The pumps were sold under the Goulds Pumps, Bell & Gossett and Red Jacket Water Products brands. The pumps can be identified by having Model NPE, NPO, MCC, MCS, SM or Series 3530 on their nameplate. Recalled pumps were manufactured between December 2005 and July 26, 2006. They have date code M05, A06, B06, C06, D06, E06, F06 or G06. The date code is the first three digits of the serial number on the pump nameplate. Read more.


August 22, 2006

Science Kits, Babies and Kids, Chemistry Sets or Science Kits, Toys

School Specialty Publishing Recalls Children's Science Kits for Thermal Burn Hazard

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August 17, 2006

Toy Animals Stuffed/Not Stuffed, Babies and Kids, Dolls or Plush Toys or And Action Figures, Toys

Lead Poisoning Hazard Prompts Recall of Fun Express Children's Toys Given Away at Libraries

The recalled toy is made of bendable plastic and is in the shape of a brown dog with black ears, paws and feet, a Dalmatian dog with pink paws, a white dog with orange spots, a brown dog with pink paws, a white cat with orange stripes, a brown cat with pink paws, a black cat with pink ears and a white cat with brown spots. The toys are about 3.75 inches tall. The toy's packaging is labeled as item 39/1461-K and 39/1461-KM. Read more.


August 17, 2006

Cleaners/Cleaning Products

5-Gallon Zep-Brand Cleaner, Floor Stripper Sold at Home Depot Recalled, Containers Crack and Leak Corrosive Liquids

"Zep Industrial Purple Cleaner & Degreaser" is a clear, purple liquid. "Zep Heavy Duty Floor Stripper" is a clear, colorless, water-thin liquid. Both products were sold in 5-gallon, white pails with large blue labels and blue lids. Each pail carries a batch code written on the side of the pail. Only the following batch codes are included in the recall: Read more.


August 17, 2006

Toy Musical Instruments, Babies and Kids, Toys

Cage Bell Musical Instruments for Babies Recalled for Choking Hazard

The musical instrument is a wooden cylinder with end caps and wooden dowels connecting the caps. A single bell is in the middle. Model number 5-30-00740 is sold individually; Model number 0-06-09005 is sold as part of a kit called Busy Days Home, which also contains a board book, a compact disc and a poster. The model number is written on the outside packaging of the product. Read more.


August 17, 2006

Scooters / Mini bikes, Babies and Kids, Cycling and Scooters and Skateboards and Skates, Scooters, Sports and Recreation

Target Recalls Scooters - Various Breaking Parts Present Fall Hazard

This recall involves F Forward Firestreet scooters. The red or blue aluminum scooters have a fold-down frame and model number BZ 020 SP. The "F Forward" logo is noted on the stem, wheel or base deck of the scooter. Read more.


August 17, 2006

Backpacks/Bags, Babies and Kids, Back Packs and Book Bags, Clothing and Accessories, Luggage

Lands' End Children's Light-Up Backpacks Recalled for Overheating

This recall involves children's Cool Blue backpacks with lights and reflective trim. The backpacks were sold in seven colors: dark blue, light blue, orange, red, green, maroon and purple. Style number 175732 is printed on a label attached to the left side of the main compartment. Backpacks sold after July 19, 2006 are not included in this recall. Read more.


August 16, 2006

Climbing Equipment, Mountain Climbing, Outdoors and Camping, Sports and Recreation

Speed Buckle Harnesses Used During Mountain and Rock Climbing Recalled for Fall Hazard

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August 16, 2006

Lawn Mowers & Accessories, Electric Lawn Mowers, Lawn Mowers and Leaf Blowers and Lawn Vacuums, Yard and Garden

Black & Decker Expands Recall of Cordless Electric Lawnmowers Due to Fire Hazard

The mowers were sold under both the Black & Decker and Craftsman brand names. The recalled Black & Decker mowers have the model CMM1000 or CMM1000R and are labeled as Type 1 through Type 4, both of which are located on the silver and black label affixed to the rear door of the mower. Mowers labeled as Type 5 are not included in this recall. The Black & Decker mowers have either an orange or green deck with a black motor cover. The Craftsman-brand mowers have model number 900.370520 and include all date codes and types. The model number is located on the silver and black label affixed to the rear door of the mower. The Craftsman mowers have a dark green deck with a black motor cover. Read more.


August 16, 2006

Lights & Accessories

Tu-Wire® Dimming Ballasts Used With Compact Fluorescent Lights Recalled for Shock Hazard

The recalled ballast is used to dim compact fluorescent lighting fixtures. The ballasts are not visible once installed. The ballasts were included with light fixtures sold under numerous brand names. Consumers should not touch these fixtures, since they could pose a shock hazard. The fixtures with these ballasts have a 120 VAC application, the fixture housing is for a 26W or 32W four-pin plug-in compact fluorescent lamp installed after July 1998. Most of the lights were sold for commercial use, though some were sold for consumer use. This recall does not involve light fixtures containing incandescent or halogen lamps or fixtures with screw-in compact fluorescent lamps or straight tube (linear) fluorescent lamps. Read more.


August 16, 2006

Patio Furniture, Yard and Garden

Atico International USA Recalls Folding Picnic Tables Due to Collapsing Hazard

The recalled picnic tables have a GREEN plastic top, four GREEN plastic seats that are permanently attached, and silver/steel aluminum legs. Model numbers involved in this recall are W50B2268 and W50H0284. The model numbers are located on the packaging. Read more.


August 15, 2006

Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery, Computer Equipment, Computers & Monitors & Projectors, Electronics, Laptop Computers

Dell Recall of Notebook Computer Batteries Due To Fire Hazard

The recalled batteries were sold with or sold separately to be used with the following Dell notebook computers: Read more.



August 14, 2006

Candles & Candle Holders

Ballard Designs Inc. Recalls Potted Candles for Fire Hazard

This recall involves Toulon potted candles that were sold individually and as a set. The larger, citronella-scented single candles were sold in cream, green and terracotta. Candles sold as a set include four smaller candles with cream or green pots and were sold in citronella and unscented. Item numbers involved in the recall are AW058 (single) and AW057 (set). The pots have a raised floral and garland design. Read more.


August 11, 2006

Chairs, Stools & Benches

Brunswick Bowling & Billiards Corp. Recall of Frameworx Table Height Chairs and Bar Stools

The recalled chairs and bar stools were sold under the model name Frameworx. The models affected are short table height chair model number 53-861025-000 and tall bar stool model number 57-860979-000. The model name and model numbers are not written on the chairs. The model number is only written on the original shipping carton, packing list or invoice. The chairs and bar stools have a plastic bucket-style seat bolted to a steel seat plate assembly that connects to the down tube of the seat. Read more.


August 10, 2006

Babies and Kids, Inflatable Toys, Toys

Safety Alert: NRS and LL Bean Inflatable Water Boards Lack Safety Warning Labels

This recall involves the NRS Manta Surfer River Board also sold as LL Bean Body Board. The Surfer Board is black, red and blue with the NRS logo printed on the top front of the board. The LL Bean Body Board is black, yellow and blue with the LL Bean logo printed on the top front. The boards measure 41-inches long by 24-inches wide. Item numbers 1869 (NRS) and 41869 (LL Bean) are printed on the tag sewn into the bottom seam, near the inflation valve. Read more.


August 10, 2006

Extension Cords/Power Strips, Cables and Surge and Power Protection, Electronics, Extension Cords

Dollar Tree Stores Recall Counterfeit Extension Cords Due to Shock Hazard

The recalled cords are green, measure 6 feet long, are intended for indoors and have a three-outlet extension. Attached to the cord is a silver counterfeit UL holographic label marked "09/01 E157848 UL LISTED CORD SET BW-3045 13A 125V 1625W". Read more.


August 10, 2006

Toy Miscellaneous, Babies and Kids, Cookware and Tableware, Kitchen

Children's Cooking Sets with Glass Lids Recalled for Laceration Hazard

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August 9, 2006

Clothing (Children), Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Nightwear

Quiksilver Recalls Children's Lounge Pants Due to Burn Hazard

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August 8, 2006

Lamps

ElectroPlasma Lamps Sold at Spencer Gifts Stores Recalled for Fire Hazard

The recall involves the Mars Lightning 7001 dome electroplasma lamp, which simulates lightning bolts inside. It has a glass dome glued to a black base. Writing under the base includes the SKU number of 00473421, "MARS LIGHTNING7001" and "LIGHTNING 2000." Read more.


August 3, 2006

Snow Blowers & Throwers, Gardening and Landscaping, Snow Throwers or Blowers, Yard and Garden

The Toro Company Expands Recall of Snowthrowers Posing Fire Hazard

This recall now involves 2001 and 2002 Toro Snow Commander and CCR model snowthrowers listed below. The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the axle plate between the wheels. Read more.


August 2, 2006

Gas Control Valves, Appliances, Electric Deep Fryers, Electric Griddles, Kitchen, Pasta Makers, Ranges and Ovens

Robertshaw Controls Co. Recalls Gas Controls Installed in Commercial Cooking Appliances for Fire Hazard

The FS Flame Switches and FM Automatic Safety Valves being recalled are installed on natural and liquid propane (LP) gas commercial cooking equipment, such as ranges, pasta cookers, deep fat fryers or griddles. The recalled FS Flame Switches were installed on the following commercial cooking equipment brands: Keating (of Chicago), PMI Food Equipment Group, Vulcan, Southbend, Blodgett, Toastmaster, and Wolf Range. The recalled FM Automatic Safety Valves were installed on the following commercial cooking equipment brands: Bari (Restaurant and Pizzeria), Southbend, and Blodgett. The model and/or serial numbers can be found on the cooking appliance identification plate located on the appliance. For a list of appliances with recalled switches and valves, visit www.robertshaw.com Read more.


August 2, 2006

Clothing (Children), Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Drawstrings

Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstring Recalled for Strangulation Hazard

The recalled hood sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood. The sweatshirts are pink, white, brown, navy or green with a beaded heart logo and embroidered flowers on the front above the left pocket. They were sold in girls' sizes SML to XL. "ROXY GIRL" is printed on the collar label. The style number 484241 (some with an M, N or NN after the number) is located on the garment's hangtag and/or the individual packaging label. Read more.


August 1, 2006

Weed Trimmers, Gardening and Landscaping, Power Hedge Trimmers, Yard and Garden

Troy-Bilt String Trimmer Sold at Lowe's Recalled for Laceration Hazard

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