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Monday, July 23, 2007

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[July 23, 2007]  The following recalls were issued the week ending July 21 by various federal and state agencies.

MICROWAVES IN MOBILE HOMES POSE FIRE HAZARD           

Petters Consumer Brands is recalling Sunbeam Over-the-Range Microwaves sold with mobile homes from February 2007 to March 2007. Internal electrical arcing in the microwave can pose a fire hazard. 

This recall involves Sunbeam Over-the-Range microwave ovens with serial numbers within the range of A0701161370000001 through A0701161370000304. The serial numbers are located on the inside front of the microwave and visible when the microwave door is open. Model number SNM1501RAQ is printed on a label on the back of the unit. 

Consumers should contact Petters at (866) 866-6283 between 8 a.m. and 11 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, between 9 a.m. and 11 p.m. ET Saturday, and between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Sunday to receive a replacement microwave or visit http://www.sunbeammajorappliances.com/
recall.html
. More info at www.recalls.org.

TIRE INFLATOR AND PUMPS CAN SHATTER           

Innovations In Cycling Inc. is recalling Combination Tire Inflator and Hand Pumps sold nationwide from January 2004 to May 2007. The combination tire inflator and hand pump can shatter under pressure when inflating tires if there is a blockage in the tire valve, posing the risk of bruises, lacerations, and ringing in the ears. 

This recall involves the Genuine Innovations Second Wind MTB model with part numbers 2525, 2525-O or 3519 and the Wrench Force Two Shot model with part numbers 84995 or 80383 combination tire inflator and hand pumps. These devices consist of a hand pump and CO2 cartridge inflator. The part number can only be found on the packaging. 

Consumers should contact Innovations In Cycling at (800) 340-1050 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MT Monday through Thursday for a free replacement pump head or visit http://www.genuineinnovations.com/
safetyrecall.aspx
. More info at www.recalls.org.

PAYLESS SHOESOURCE EXPANDS SHOE RECALL 

Payless ShoeSource Inc.is expanding its recall of Children's Clog Shoes sold nationwide from January 2006 to June 2007. Plastic rivets used to attach the strap to the shoe can detach, posing a choking hazard. 

This recall involves the following character-themed clog styles: Dora the Explorer, Spongebob Squarepants, Hello Kitty, Coasters® Lighted Car Compel, and Cambridge Mary-Jane. The shoes were sold in toddler sizes 5 through 10. 

Consumers should return the shoes to the store where purchased for a refund or exchange.

Consumers can contact Payless at (800) 654-0697 between 7:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday or visit www.payless.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

CHILDREN'S EARRINGS SOLD AT WAL-MART IN FLORIDA CONTAIN LEAD 

Uncas Manufacturing Co. is recalling Sleeping Beauty Crown and Cinderella Star Earring Sets sold at Wal-Mart Stores in Florida from February 2007 to June 2007.

The recalled metal earring sets contain high levels of lead. 

This recall involves the Sleeping Beauty Crown and the Cinderella Star Earring sets. The packaging is shaped as a pink heart and “The Wonderful World of Disney” is printed in the front. 

Consumers should contact Uncas Manufacturing at (800) 776-0980 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday for a refund or e-mail skenney@uncas.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

BATTERIES IN FLASHLIGHTS CAN RUPTURE 

Sportsman's Warehouse is recalling Xenon Aluminum Flashlights sold nationwide from October 2006 to May 2007. The batteries packaged with the recalled flashlights are labeled as “Panasonic CR123A Industrial Lithium” and have been determined by Panasonic to be counterfeit. The counterfeit batteries can overheat and rupture, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. 

The recall involves High Intensity Xenon Aluminum Flashlights in 6-volt (Item No. 1139422), 9-volt (Item No. 1139423) and 12-volt (Item No. 1139424) models. The recalled flashlights are black and have the Sportsman's Warehouse logo printed on the handle. The recalled flashlights were packaged with two, three or four batteries labeled as “Panasonic CR123A Industrial Lithium”. 

Consumers should return the recalled flashlights and batteries to any Sportsman's Warehouse store for a full refund or store credit. 

Consumers can contact Sportsman's Warehouse at (877) 678-0010 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit http://www.sportsmanswarehouse.com/
ISW_downloads/other/recall_flashlight.pdf
. More info at www.recalls.org.

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TREESTANDS CAN COLLAPSE 

TSR Inc. is recalling Ol' Man Treestands sold nationwide from August 2006 to January 2007. The locking pins in the treestands can come out unexpectedly, exposing consumers to possible injury due to a fall.The recall involves locking pins, which secure the cables that connect the treestand to a tree. The pins were sold with the 2006 Ol' Man Treestands, including the MV-MO (Multi-Vision), GMV-MO (Grand Multi-Vision), OMDX-MO (Original XX), GOMDX-MO (Grand XX), AMVP-MO (Multi Vision Pro), AGMVP-MO (Grand Multi-Vision Pro), AOMP-MO (Ol' Man Pro), and AGOMP-MO (Grand Ol' Man Pro). The recalled treestands are stamped on the underside of the teeth plates with “TSR 06” and one of the following date codes: 6018, 6019, 6020, 6021, 6022, 6027, 6028, 6029, 6030, 6032, 6033, 6034, 6035, 6036, 6037, or 6041. The recall also includes the 2006 Ol' Man Replacement Pin Sets, model PL. 

Consumers should contact TSR at 888-656-2606 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday for free replacement pins or visit http://www.olmanoutdoors.com/
recall.htm
. More info at www.recalls.org.

BULK SPINACH MAY BE CONTAMINATED WITH E.COLI 

Bulk spinach used in the production of Dole Baby Spinach coded P227, which was associated with a foodborne illness outbreak may potentially be contaminated with E.coli.

The spinach was shipped in bulk to other processors who repacked it. A complete list of the recalled products can be found at www.recalls.org. All lots with product codes starting with P or J, with the next three digits are lower than ''257'' (0-256), or a ''Best by'' date of October 1 or earlier, are included in the recall. The product was distributed nationwide, Virgin Islands, Taiwan, Canada, and Mexico.

COFFEEMAKERS SOLD AT WALGREENS CAN IGNITE 

Atico International USA is recalling Signature Gourmet™ and Kitchen Gourmet® 12-Cup Coffeemakers sold nationwide at Walgreens stores from August 2003 to December 2006. The coffeemaker can ignite due to an electrical failure, posing a fire hazard. 

The coffeemaker is white with a glass coffeepot. Signature Gourmet™ or Kitchen Gourmet® is printed on the front of the unit. The Model Number (XQ-673B), Item Number (W14A4984) and date code are located on the bottom of the unit. Only units with date codes from May 2003 (0503) through July 2006 (0706) are affected by this recall. 

Consumers should contact 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 http://www.aticousa.com/
recalls.html
. More info at www.recalls.org.

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CINNAMON STICKS CAN IGNITE 

Vance Kitira International is recalling Cinnamon Spice Candles sold nationwide from May 2006 to June 2007. There are no instructions on the candle warning consumers to remove the cinnamon sticks and trim the wick before lighting the candle. The cinnamon sticks can ignite, posing a fire hazard. 

The recalled candle is 4-inches in diameter and 6-inches tall with a long wick that ties two cinnamon sticks to the top of the candle. The item number (CS406BR) and “CinnSpc Cndl 4x6 Brown $19.99. Made in Thailand” are printed on the label on the bottom of the candle 

Consumers should contact Vance Kitira at (800) 646-6360 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday for instructions on how to remove the cinnamon sticks and trim the wick or visit http://vancekitira.com. More info at www.recalls.org

BRAKE FAILURE FOR OFF-ROAD MOTORCYCLES 

Magura USA is recalling 190 Radial Brake Master Cylinders (used on off-road motorcyles) sold nationwide from August 2005 to May 2007. The brake cylinder on the off-road motorcycle can crack and result in brake failure. This poses a risk of severe injury or death to the driver. 

This recall involves 190 Radial Brake Master Cylinders used on off-road motorcycles. The brake cylinders have an “A” or “B” code on the underside of the lever's pivot bolt. The Magura logo is printed on the cylinder. Brake cylinders without the “A” or “B” markings are not included in this recall. 

Consumers should contact Magura USA at (800) 448-3876 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT to receive a replacement product or visit www.magurausa.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

TOY SETS CONTAIN LEAD 

AAFES is expanding its recall of Soldier Bear Brand Toy Sets sold nationwide from August 2005 to April 2007. Surface paints on the toy action figures, dinosaurs and animals contain high levels of lead. 

This recall involves toy sets with various action figures, dinosaurs, animals and vehicles. The style number, Universal Product Code and Soldier Bear logo are printed on the product's packaging. 

Toy Set; Style Code; UPC #

H.E.R.O.E.S. Dino Mega Cruiser;
   00047; 4 98567 00047 4

Dinosaur Adventure Set (two styles);
   91068; 6 98567 91068 1
   91074; 6 98567 91074 2

Wild Animal Adventure Set;
   91074; 6 98567 91074 2 

H.E.R.O.E.S. Vehicle Play Set;
   85939; 6 98567 85939 3

(three styles: military, police and fire rescue)

 

Consumers should return the product to the nearest AAFES store for full refund. 

Consumers can also contact AAFES at (800) 866-3605 anytime or visit http://www.aafes.com/
pa/news/qa_recalls.htm
. More at www.recalls.org.

SIPPY CUPS SOLD BY CVS POSE CHOKING HAZARD 

CVS/pharmacy is recalling Playskool Toddler “NoSpill” Sippy Cups sold nationwide from September 2006 to April 2007. Young children can chew through the plastic spout of the sippy cup, which can pose a choking hazard. 

This recall involves the Playskool Toddler “NoSpill” Sippy Cup. The serial number of the recalled cups is 382814, which appears on the back of the packaging. 

Consumers should return the cup to any CVS store for a refund. 

Consumers can also contact CVS/pharmacy at (866) 434-0098 between 8:30 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.cvs.com. More info at www.recalls.org

NEW EASY-BAKE OVENS AND TRAP FINGERS 

Easy-Bake, a division of Hasbro, Inc., is recalling Easy-Bake Ovens sold nationwide from May 2006 to July 2007. Young children can insert their hands into the oven's front opening, and get their hands or fingers caught, posing entrapment and burn hazards. 

The Easy-Bake Oven is a purple and pink plastic oven that resembles a kitchen range with four burners on top and a front-loading oven. “Easy Bake” is printed on the front of the oven. Model number 65805 and “Hasbro” are stamped into the plastic on the back of the oven. 

Caregivers should call Easy-Bake at (800) 601-8418 anytime for instructions on how to return the toy oven for a voucher towards the purchase of another Hasbro product or visit http://www.hasbro.com/
default.cfm?page=cs_recall_eb_oven
. More info at www.recalls.org.

Reclining Lounge Chairs Sold at Menard Stores 

Yotrio International is recalling Lounge Chairs sold nationwide at Menard stores from March 2007 to May 2007. Faulty support brackets and/or weak frames can cause the chairs to collapse, posing a fall and severe laceration hazard.

This recall involves Rockingham deluxe reclining lounge chairs. The folding lounge chairs have an orange mesh covering that attaches to a steel frame by a woven cord. A hangtag attached to the chair reads in part “Backyard Creations” and “Deluxe Rockingham Reclining Chair.”

Consumers should return the chairs to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Consumers can also contact Yotrio at (800) 793-7055 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit http://www.yotrioint.com/
recall.html
. More info at www.recalls.org.

Black & Decker Recalls Trimmers/Edgers 

Black & Decker is recalling GH1000 Grasshog XP String Trimmer/Edgers sold nationwide from November 2005 to January 2007. The trimmer/edger's spool, spool cap and pieces of trimmer string can come loose during use and become airborne projectiles, posing a laceration hazard to the user as well as bystanders. The trimmer/edgers can also overheat posing a burn hazard to consumers.

The Black & Decker GH1000 Grasshog XP String Trimmers/Edgers are electric-powered. Trimmer/edgers with date codes 200546 through 200645 (representing manufacture dates of November 14, 2005 through November 6, 2006) are included in this recall. The date code is located on the underside of the trimmer/edger's handle. Only trimmers with black spools caps are included in the recall. Those with orange spool caps are not included in the recall.

Consumers should contact Black & Decker at (888) 742-9158 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday for a free repair kit or visit http://www.blackanddecker.com/
CustomerCenter/Recalls.aspx
. More info at www.recalls.org.

[Text copied from Recalls.org]

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