November, 2006

November 30, 2006

Air Conditioners, Heating and Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures

Trane Recalls Air Conditioners after Incidents of Units Smoking

The recall includes 208, 230 and 265 volt models of the Trane PTEE and PTHE Series Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTACs). They were manufactured from about March 2006 through July 2006. The date code is F06C through F06G, and is written on the unit’s Manufacturer’s Data Plate located behind the molded plastic cover above the power connection. Read more.


November 30, 2006

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

Dollar Days International Recalls Children's Parka Jackets with Drawstrings for Strangulation Hazard

The jackets come in seven color combinations: black with a grey stripe along the sleeves, light blue with a black stripe along the sleeves, grey with a black stripe along the sleeves, navy blue with a gray stripe along the sleeves, yellow with a grey stripe along the sleeves and navy blue with a white stripe across the chest, and black with a white stripe across the chest. The jacket's zipper goes all the way up to create a mock turtleneck. The removable hood attaches with a zipper and has a drawstring. There is elastic at the sleeves, side pockets, and a drawstring at the waist. Read more.


November 30, 2006

Cookers & Cookware, Appliances, Kitchen, Pressure Cookers or Canners

HSN LP Recalls Ultrex-Brand Pressure Cookers Due to Burn Hazard

The recalled product is the Ultrex-brand 8-quart pressure cooker set, model number 11453. The set includes a pressure cooker and optional steamer basket. The model number is stamped on the bottom of the pot. Read more.


November 28, 2006

Chain Saws, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Power Saws, Tools and Hardware

MTD Southwest Inc. Recalls Troy-Bilt, Craftsman Chain Saws, Breaking Handles Pose Laceration Hazard

These Troy-Bilt and Craftsman brand chain saws are powered by a two-cycle gasoline engine ranging in size from 46cc to 55cc. They are equipped with either an 18-inch or 20-inch bar. There are four Troy-Bilt models affected: 41AY00AR966, 41AY60AR766, 41AY90AR766 and 41AY08AR966. There is one Craftsman "Incredi-Pull" model affected: a 55cc two-cycle gasoline engine with an 18-inch bar and model number 316.350840. The model number of the chain saw is located on the engine casing. Read more.


November 21, 2006

Candles & Candle Holders

Pottery Barn Recalls Gourd Candles for Fire Hazard

This recall involves five styles of individual gourd-shaped candles and a set of eight mini-gourd candles. The style number for the candles can be found on the price ticket, receipt or shipping invoice. Read more.


November 21, 2006

Toy Play Sets/Activity Sets, Babies and Kids, Doll Houses And Other Play Scenes, Toys

Serious Injuries Prompt Recall of Mattel's Polly Pocket Magnetic Play Sets

The recalled Polly Pocket play sets contain plastic dolls and accessories that have small magnets. The magnets measure 1/8 inch in diameter and are imbedded in the hands and feet of some dolls, and in the plastic clothing, hair pieces and other accessories to help the pieces attach to the doll or to the doll's house. The model number is printed on the bottom of the largest pieces on some of the play sets. Contact Mattel if you cannot find a model number on your product to determine if it is part of the recall. Polly Pocket magnetic play sets currently on store shelves are not included in this recall. Read more.


November 16, 2006

Circuit Breakers, Electrical Systems, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Panelboards or Circuit Breakers or GFCIs or Fuses

Scott Electric Co. Inc. Recalls Counterfeit Circuit Breakers Due To Fire Hazard

The counterfeit circuit breakers include Square D QO-series models 115, 120, 130, 160, 215, 230, 260, 1515, and 1520. Actual Square D circuit breakers have (a) the amp rating written on the handle in white paint on the front of the breaker; (b) on the side of the breaker, where wire terminal screw is located, the arc shoot opening should have squared corners with the bottom edge of the opening angled up; (c) the mounting clip should be yellow chromate with half of the top of the clip visible; and (d) the Square D insignia should be molded onto the breaker. If your Square D breaker does not match this description, it could be counterfeit. Read more.


November 16, 2006

Lamps

Desk Lamps Sold at Office Depot Recalled for Shock Hazard

This recall involves "Taylor" model burnished nickel metal desk lamp. The adjustable lamp is 16- to 24.75-inches high with adjustment points at the base, mid-shaft and shade. An "O" logo is engraved on the tube cup under the rotary power switch and the name "OTT-LITE" is engraved on the front of the base. Model number 13Z63BN9 or 13T63BN9 is printed on a black label on the underside of the base. Read more.


November 15, 2006

Toy Play Sets/Activity Sets, Babies and Kids, Doll Houses And Other Play Scenes, Toys

Target Recalls Various Toys Due to Lead and Laceration Hazards

The recall involves "Kool Toyz" brand toys, including sets containing die-cast cars, playground set, doll house set, dinosaurs, trucks, boats and planes. The packaging is primary blue and has the "Kool Toyz" logo is on the upper left corner of the packaging. The following chart lists the toys involved in the recall, their item numbers written on the upper right corner of the packaging, and the specific hazards they pose: Read more.


November 15, 2006

Decorations

Decorative Snaps and Metal Clips Recalled by Provo Craft Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard

The recall involves the "Rob and Bob Studio Clip-Ease" metal clips with model numbers 28-1084, 28-1085 and 28-1086 and the "Rob and Bob Studio Snap-Ease" snaps with model number 28-1080. The product name and model number can be found on the packaging. Read more.


November 15, 2006

Puzzles, Babies and Kids, Blocks or Stacking Toys or Pull Toys, Toys

Target Recalls "Play Wonder" Puzzle Tables for Choking and Laceration Hazards

This recall involves a "Play Wonder" brand puzzle table that contains three nine-piece wooden puzzles inside the table. They are light blue with paw prints painted across the top of the table. The table is about 13-inches high when assembled and has green sides. The "Play Wonder" logo is located in the front lower right corner of the packaging. Item number 204/12/0162 is located in the front upper right corner of the packaging. Read more.


November 13, 2006

Fire Extinguishers, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Home Security

ANSUL Recalls Fire Extinguisher that Could Fail to Operate

The recall involves K-GUARD® Wet Chemical, FLAG FIRE® KITCHEN ONE® Wet Chemical, FLAG FIRE® Water and SENTRY® Water Fire Extinguishers manufactured and shipped between May 2003 and September 9, 2005. The recall program involves pick-up tube replacements in the following extinguishers: Read more.


November 9, 2006

Toy Play Sets/Activity Sets, Babies and Kids, Dolls or Plush Toys or And Action Figures, Toys

Gund Inc. Recalls Woodles™ Activity Toys for Choking Hazard

The product is a baby activity toy available in various animal shapes. It consists of a soft, stuffed body with a rattle component inside the body and two smooth wooden rings attached to loops at the end of each arm. The product is available in four different styles: Rumba Lion Activity Toy with style number 58553, Gazoo Giraffe Activity Toy with style number 58554; Wango Horse Activity Toy with style number 58555, and Tippy Cow Activity Toy with style number 58556. "Woodles™" and the style number are located on the sewn-in label. Read more.


November 9, 2006

Toy Helicopters, Babies and Kids, Toys

Remote-Control Helix Micro Helicopter Toys Recalled for Burn Hazard

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November 9, 2006

Toy Chests/Trunks, Toy Boxes or Chests, Toys

"Cars" Toy Chests Sold at Toys "R" Us Recalled by Delta Enterprise Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard

The wooden toy storage box is decorated with graphics from the animated movie "Cars." It has three removable cloth toy bins. "Delta" and the PO# are printed on the side panel. Only toy boxes with "PO#FJ505192" or "PO#FJ605042" marked on the side panel are included in this recall. Read more.


November 9, 2006

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

Enesco Group Inc. Recalls Heartwood Creek® Turtle Sprinklers for Laceration Hazard

This recall involves the Heartwood Creek® Turtle Sprinkler. The lawn sprinkler is made of resin with a decorative turtle shell and stands about 5 1/2-inches tall and 10-inches long. The bottom of the sprinkler is printed with the item number 4005179 and the Heartwood Creek logo. Read more.


November 8, 2006

Miter Saws, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Portable Circular Power Saws, Tools and Hardware

WMH Tool Group Inc. Recalls Wilton Mitre Saws for Laceration Hazard

The recall involves all Wilton-brand, 10-inch Compound Mitre Saws, including models with the Laser Line feature with model numbers 99164 and 99192. The model number is written on a black label on the motor housing. Read more.


November 8, 2006

Circular Saws, Framing Saws, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Portable Circular Power Saws, Tools and Hardware

DeWalt Recalls Framing Saws and Circular Saws for Laceration Hazard

This recall involves DeWalt DW378G and DW378GT 7 ¼-inch framing saws with date codes 200301-49 through 200637-49. The model numbers for the framing saws are located on the side of the housing. The date code is located either on the name plate or under the handle near the power cord exit. Circular saws involved in this recall have model number DC300 with date codes 200601-49 through 200637-49. The model number on the circular saw is located on the name plate on the top of the motor housing. The date code on the circular saw is located on the underside of the motor housing. Framing saws marked with a "V" on the underside of the handle near the cord set and circular saws marked with a "V" on the underside of the motor housing or under the handle where the battery is inserted have already been repaired and are not involved in this recall. Read more.


November 8, 2006

All Terrain/Utility Vehicle/Snowmobile Acc., All Terrain Vehicles (ATV), Recreational Vehicles (Unlicensed), Sports and Recreation

Warn Industries Inc. Recalls Eight-Post ATV Winch Kits for Overheating

This recall involves eight-post contactors used on certain 2,500 to 3,500 lb Warn ATV and Utility Vehicle Winch Kits. The black contactors were sold as a part of winch kits and have a "WARN" logo on the top and bottom of the contactor. Warn part number 62135 is printed on the bottom. Contactors are found on the vehicle attached to the power wires, between the battery and the winch. The contactor has four holes for securing it to the vehicle. A complete listing of winch kit part numbers involved in this recall can be found at www.warn.com Read more.


November 2, 2006

Pacifiers & Accessories, Babies and Kids, Nursery Equipment and Supplies, Pacifiers and Teething Rings

Various Firms Recall Flashing Pacifiers for Choking, Aspiration and Strangulation Hazards

The units involved are flashing pacifiers and flashing pacifiers with whistles. The pacifiers are clear or colored purple, blue, pink or green. The pacifiers have five flashing LED lights that are red and blue, red and light green and orange. Some pacifiers are sold with a rainbow cord that is attached to handles, and some cords have breakaway connectors. One pacifier has multi-colored beads on the cords in the shapes of barrels, trains, boats and various animals. Pacifiers were sold in clamshell packages. The packaging has a warning that states they are for "12+ Years" or "6+ Years." Some of the products have a warning on the packaging that they are not a real pacifier, but a practical joke. The chart below lists additional information about the products sold and what is written on the packaging. Read more.


November 2, 2006

Toy Miscellaneous, Babies and Kids, Toys

RC2 Recalls Toy Keys Due to Choking Hazard

"Shake ‘n Jingle Keys," "Shake & Jingle Keys," "My Jingle Keys" all by The First Years and the John Deere "Real Keys" are toy keys, with three colored keys attached to a blue, red or green remote control with electronic features. Various colored buttons on the remote activate sounds. Only toy keys with the letter "F" in the date code stamp on the packaging and product are involved in the recall. The date code can be found on the back of the remote control. Toy keys with "TE" in the date code or yellow sides on the remote are not included in this recall. Read more.


November 1, 2006

Espresso/Cappuccino Makers, Appliances, Coffee Makers or Teapots, Kitchen

Atico International USA, Inc. Recalls Espresso Makers for Burn and Impact Injury Hazards

The Espresso Maker has a black base and a silver water reservoir. The coffee carafe is smoke-colored plastic with a back handle. The words "EspressoExpress™" are imprinted on the black base. The item number is W14A7166, which is located underneath the base. Read more.


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