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[August 11, 2008]  The following recalls were issued by various federal and state agencies during the week ending Aug. 9: 

CivicCORDLESS NAILERS 

DEWALT Industrial Tool Co. is recalling DEWALT DC608 Cordless Brad Nailers sold nationwide from October 2007 to May 2008. The nailer can operate when the lock-off (safety) is in the locked position. Also, the nailer can operate when the trigger is not pulled and the contact trip is depressed. The unexpected ejection of a nail poses a serious injury hazard. 

This recall involves the DEWALT DC608 18 Volt Cordless 2" 18 Gauge Straight Brad Nailer with date codes 200728 through 200821. "DC608" is located on the right side of the magazine. The date code can be found on the underside of the handle, once the battery pack is removed. Units stamped with an "M" following the date code are not included in this recall. 

Consumers should contact DEWALT at (866) 220-1481 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday for the location of the nearest service center to receive a free repair or visit www.dewalt.com. More info at www.recalls.org

MOTHER HUBBARD'S CRIBS 

Mother Hubbard's Cupboards is recalling Cribs sold nationwide from March 2006 to March 2008. The cribs fail to meet the federal safety standards. The distance between the mattress support bracket in the lowest position and the top of the side rail in the highest position is less than the required 26 inches, posing a fall hazard to children who climb over the railing. 

The recall includes the following wooden full-size cribs: "Enchantment" (model #210), "Hush a Bye" (model #215), "Once upon a time" (model #320) and "Rock a bye" (model #1900-350). Only date codes from 0306 through 0308 are included in this recall. "Mother Hubbard's Cupboards", the model number and date code are printed on a label located on the bottom inside of the right side. 

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Consumers should contact Mother Hubbard's Cupboards at (888) 661-8201 between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday and between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. ET Friday and Saturday to receive instructions on how to re-install the support brackets to eliminate the hazard or visit www.mhcfurniture.com. More info at www.recalls.org

BABY APPLESEED CRIBS 

Baby Appleseed is recalling Davenport Cribs sold nationwide from December 2006 to September 2007. The cribs fail to meet the federal safety standards for cribs. The cribs have a two mattress support system. The secondary mattress support, used for the lowest position, does not meet the full 26 inch minimum height in its lowest position, allowing children inside to crawl over the railing, posing a fall hazard. 

The recall includes Davenport crib models that begin with the model numbers 273-xxxx-xxxx and have manufacture dates on or before August 2007 printed on a label located on the right side of the lower inner panel of the crib. The recalled cribs have two mattress support systems-a metal one and a wooden one. 

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Consumers should contact Baby Appleseed at (877) 348-2199 anytime to receive a repair kit or visit www.babyappleseed.com. More info at www.recalls.org

WORK LIGHTS 

Harbor Freight Tools is recalling Chicago Electric Halogen Work Lights sold by Harbor Freight Tools from February 2006 to March 2008. The halogen work lights can overheat and melt, and pose a risk of fire and electrical shock. 

The halogen work lights are 500 watts. Model number 30858 is included in this recall. The lamp measures 7 inches wide x 5 ½ inches high and is mounted on a yellow frame. "UL Listed E163392" and "Work Light 8F95" is printed on a sticker on the back. The model number is printed on the light's packaging. 

Consumers should contact Harbor Freight Tools at (800) 444-3353 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday for a full refund or visit www.harborfreight.com. More info at www.recalls.org

BICYCLE PEDALS 

Look Cycle USA is recalling KéO Bicycle Pedals sold nationwide from January 2004 to July 2007. The steel axle inside the pedal can break, posing a fall hazard. 

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The recalled bicycle pedals are black and were sold separately from bicycles. Pedal models include KéO Classic, KéO Sprint, KéO HM and KéO Carbon. The model name is printed in white on the side of the pedal. Date codes between January 2004 and December 2005 are included in this recall. The date code for the KéO Classic, Sprint and Carbon pedals is on a dial stamped onto the pedal. The date code for the KéO HM is on the bottom of the pedal, with the letters A through L corresponding to the month, and the numbers 4 and 5 indicating 2004 or 2005. 

Consumers should return the pedals to the place of purchase, contact Look Cycle USA at (866) 430-5665 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.lookcycle-usa.com to arrange for shipping and free repair. More info at www.recalls.org.

CHILDREN'S SWEATSHIRTS 

Raw Blue Sportwear is recalling Hooded Sweatshirts sold nationwide from July 2007 to December 2007. The sweatshirts have drawstrings through the hood which pose a strangulation hazard to young children. 

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Raw Blue hooded sweatshirts were sold in three styles: smack print, kapow print and comic magazine print) and various colors. The sweatshirts have style numbers 7FT5655, 7FT5455, and 7FT5515. Style numbers are printed on the garment's sales tag. 

Consumers can return the garment to the place of purchase or contact Raw Blue Sportswear at (800) 638-1537 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday for a refund. More info at www.recalls.org

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DRAWSTRING HOODIES 

Request Jeans is recalling Drawstring Hoodies sold nationwide from January 2007 to March 2007. The hoodies have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. 

This recall involves the short sleeve hoodie (Item number 11188SG) and the Long sleeve hoodie (Item number 11218LG). The short sleeve hoodie has "Request" printed all over and was sold in olive green and light blue. The long sleeve hoodie has a butterfly design on the back of the hoodie and on the chest and was sold in white and olive green. 

Consumers should return the garment to either the place of purchase or contact Request Jeans at (212) 302-0077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday to receive a refund. More info at www.recalls.org

HOODED JACKETS 

Kids with Character LLC is recalling BongoCheetah Girls Jackets sold at Marshalls stores nationwide from November 2007 to August 2008. The garments have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.  

The recalled garments are Bongo Cheetah Girls Jackets with style number 8N6003 and RN number 119132 printed on the care label. The jackets were sold in girls sizes 4 through 6X. 

Consumers should return the garment to either Marshall's retail store or contact Kids with Character at (212) 695-6343 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday for a full refund. More info at www.recalls.org.

BLENDERS 

Atico International USA is recalling Signature Gourmet™ and Crofton® Personal Blenders sold nationwide at Walgreens and Aldi stores from July 2006 to March 2008. While placing the cup on or off the base of the blender, the blender can be inadvertently turned on, activating the blade. This can pose a serious laceration hazard. 

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This recall involves the Signature Gourmet™ (item number W14A3691) and the Crofton® (model number SB-19) personal blenders. The blenders are white and have 3 components parts – a base containing a power button, a blade assembly, and a blending cup. Signature Gourmet™ or Crofton® is printed on the front of the base of the unit. "SB-19" or "W14A3691" is located on a label at the bottom of the unit. 

Consumers should call Atico International USA at (877) 546-4835 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday for instructions on returning the product for a full refund or visit www.aticousa.com. More info at www.recalls.org

GAS GRILLS SOLD AT LOWE'S 

Lucas Innovation Inc. is recalling Perfect Flame Double Lid Four Burner Gas Grills sold exclusively at Lowe's stores nationwide from October 2007 to July 2008. The cooking chamber of the grill can melt and/or ignite, posing a risk of fires and burn injuries. 

This recall involves Perfect Flame brand grills, Model GAC3615 four burner LP gas grills. The grill has two lids. "Perfect Flame" is printed on the larger lid. The model number, serial number, and date code are printed on a label on the right side cart frame panel. A complete list of the serial numbers can be found at www.recalls.org.

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Consumers should return the grills without the propane tanks to any Lowe's store to receive a full refund or visit www.gac3615grillrecall.com. More info at www.recalls.org

INDOOR LIGHT FIXTURES 

Progress Lighting is recalling Pendant-Style Ceiling-Mounted Indoor Light Fixtures sold nationwide from January 2005 to May 2008. The ceiling-mount assembly that supports the light fixture can fail, causing the fixture to unexpectedly fall. 

The recall involves the following models of pendant-style ceiling-mounted light fixtures: P3601-09, P3602-09, P3603-09, P3603-09EXP, P3685-09, P365-09EXP, P4260-09, P4261-09, P4261-09EXP and P4262-09. The product number is located inside the canopy located flush with the ceiling. The fixtures have frosted white glass and a brushed aluminum finish. 

Consumers should contact Progress Lighting at (877) 369-4548 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to schedule a free inspection and replacement or visit progresslighting.com. More info at www.recalls.org

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FISHER-PRICE TOYS 

Fisher-Price is recalling Learning Pots & Pans™ Toys sold nationwide from October 2007 to August 2008. Missing screws in the blue toy pan can cause the clear plastic cover to come loose and release small balls, presenting a choking hazard. 

This recall involves Learning Pots and Pans™ toy sets with stackable pots and pans, a lid and shape-sorting blocks. The toys have light and sound features that operate on three AA batteries. Model number G6685 is located on the bottom of the blue pan. 

If any screws are missing, the consumer should contact Fisher-Price at (888) 521-0820 anytime to arrange for the return of the blue pan for a replacement or visit service.mattel.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

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