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[December 29, 2008]  The following recalls were issued by various federal and state agencies during the week ending Dec. 27: 

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Woodstock Percussion Inc. is recalling Calypso Steel Drums sold nationwide from December 2006 to December 2007. Surface paint on the recalled toy drums contains excessive levels of lead. 

The recalled steel drum is made of steel and comes with two wooden drum sticks and a wooden stand. The sides of the drums are painted red. The drum pan is painted black with silver markings to show the location of notes. Each rim is stamped with a #5 or #6 

Consumers should return the drum to Woodstock Percussion for a replacement drum and a $5 credit or payment. 

Consumers can contact Woodstock Percussion at (866) 543-2848 anytime or visit www.woodstockpercussion.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

CANDLE-POWERED CAROUSELS 

Gardener's Supply Company is recalling Candle-Powered Carousels sold nationwide from September 2008 to November 2008. The candle holder placement on the base of the carousels is too close to the structure, allowing the candle flame to come in contact and ignite different parts of the carousel, including the fans, trees and deer, posing a fire hazard. 

The recalled candle carousels are made of yellow pine and stainless steel and measure about 9 inches in diameter by 13 inches high. The candle measures about 4 inches high. The carousel is made of wood with cutouts of trees and deer. 

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

Consumers can also contact Gardener's Supply Co. at (800) 876-5520 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.gardeners.com. More info at www.recalls.org

MUNIRE CRIBS 

Munire Furniture Inc. is recalling Newport Rubbed Black 4-in-1 Cribs and Matching Furniture sold nationwide from April 2006 to November 2008. The red paint which is underneath the black finish paint on some of the cribs and matching furniture exceeds federal lead limits 

The recalled cribs and furniture are made of wood and have a rubbed black finish. Only the “Newport Rubbed Black” cribs and matching furniture manufactured are included in this recall. A complete list of the name and model numbers can be found at www.recalls.org.

Consumers should contact Munire Furniture at (866) 586-9639 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to receive a replacement coupon which will entitle consumers to exchange the products for another product free of charge or visit www.munirefurniture.com. More info at www.recalls.org

HOODED YOUTH JACKETS 

Foursquare Outerwear is recalling Foursquare Hooded Jackets sold nationwide from June 2008 to November 2008. The jackets have a drawstring through hood which poses a strangulation hazard. 

This recall involves the Foursquare hooded jackets with drawstrings in boys and girls sizes XS, S, M, L, and XL. The jackets come in various colors and patterns and have a logo showing four adjacent, vertically offset squares on the sleeve, waist, breast and/or back of the jacket, depending on the specific model. 

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. 

Consumers can also contact Foursquare at (877) 327-4484 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, for a refund or visit www.foursquareouterwear.com. More info at www.recalls.org

OFFICE CHAIRS 

Teknion LLC is recalling Contessa Office Chairs sold nationwide from January 2004 to June 2008. The bolts holding the seat to the frame can loosen and separate, posing a fall hazard. 

This recall involves all Contessa chairs shipped prior to June 30, 2008. Each Contessa chair has a label indicating the date of shipment which is located on the bottom of the chair seat. 

Consumers should contact a Teknion dealer for a free repair. 

Consumers can also contact Teknion at (866) 943-8550 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. More info at www.recalls.org

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SNOW GLOBES 

Hallmark Cards Inc. is recalling Jumbo Snowman Snow Globes sold nationwide from October 2008 to November 2008. When exposed to sunlight, the snow globes can act as a magnifying glass and ignite nearby combustible materials, posing a fire hazard. 

This recall involves a Hallmark Jumbo Snow Globe in the shape of a snowman with model number 1XAG5093 and UPC code 795902066666. The snow globe measures 11 by 12 by 17 inches. The model number and the UPC code can be found on the back of the hangtag. 

Consumers should return the snow globe to any Hallmark Gold Crown store for a full refund. 

Consumers can also contact Hallmark at (800) 425-5627 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit corporate.hallmark.com. More info at www.recalls.org

BICYCLE SUSPENSION FORKS 

Magura USA is recalling Durin Race 80/100 Bicycle Suspension Forks sold nationwide from October 2007 to December 2008. The front bicycle suspension fork can break, causing the rider to crash. 

The suspension fork is located on the bicycle's front wheel. They are white or black. “Magura” and “MD100R” or “MD80R” are printed on the forks. 

Consumers should contact Magura at (800) 448-3876 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT or visit magura.com, to determine if your bicycle fork is included in the recall and, if it is, to receive a free repair. More info at www.recalls.org

SKI BINDINGS 

Atomic Skis USA is recalling Alpine Ski Bindings sold nationwide from 1998 to 2005. The heel housing of the bindings can crack, causing the binding to release unexpectedly. This can cause the skier to lose control or fall and suffer injuries. 

The recall affects the heel components of the following Atomic alpine ski bindings: Race 310, Race 412, RaceRace 310, RaceRace 412, Xentrix 310, Xentrix 311, Xentrix 412, C310, C311, C412, CR 310, CR 412, R 310, R 412, SX 310, SX 412, Device 311, Device 412, Centro 310, Centro 412, and Dynamic ADX 312, RD10, X412, Centro 412. The recall includes only those bindings manufactured from 1998 through 2002 The year of manufacture can be located on the underside of the heel lever. 

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Consumers should return the bindings to any authorized Atomic Ski dealer for a free inspection and replacement of the heel component, if needed. 

Consumers can also contact Atomic Ski USA at (888) 535-7555 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday; or visit www.atomicsnow.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

[Text copied from Recalls.org]

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