Recall: Extension Cords and Weight Benches Recall
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | CONTACT: Kim Dulic |
| February 23, 1999 | (301) 504-7058 |
| Release # 99-068 | |
CPSC & Firms Announce Recalls of Extension Cords and Weight Benches
This press release consists of two recalls. Please choose the appropriate recall below.- Extension Cords - Tools Exchange Inc., of Lynwood, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 2,760 outdoor extension cords. The cords have undersized wires, lack overcurrent protection and have reverse polarity receptacles that allow plugs to be incorrectly inserted, presenting fire, shock and electrocution hazards.
- Weight Benches - Spectrum Fitness, of Loveland, Ohio, is recalling 350 Multi-Purpose Weight Benches, model number NG-14 N. The benches have a metal hinge that can break causing a sudden shift of the bench.
