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FEBRUARY 14
CHAIN SAWS
STIHL Inc. is recalling MS 391 Chain Saws sold nationwide from March
2011 to July 2011. The flywheel on the chain saw can crack causing
parts of the flywheel to separate and strike users or bystanders,
posing a risk of injury.
This
recall involves STIHL MS 391 gas-powered chain saws with an orange
top casing, gray base and black front handle and hand guard. "STIHL"
and "MS 391" are printed in an orange circle on the starter side of
the unit. The serial numbers can be found at
www.recalls.org.
Consumers should return the chain saws to an authorized STIHL dealer
for the installation of a free replacement flywheel.
FEBRUARY 15
FIRE CONTROL
PANELS
Bosch Security Systems Corp. is recalling Fire Alarm Control Panels
sold nationwide from May 2009 to October 2011. On all systems, when
the alarm verification feature of the system is turned on, the
control panel can fail to sound an alarm if a fire occurs. In
addition, on systems with 50 or more reporting stations, a delay in
sounding an alarm and reporting a fire may occur if the loop for the
alarm system is broken.
The
Bosch-branded fire alarm panel is locking red wall box with
dimensions 22.7" high by 14.5" wide by 4.3" deep. The word "BOSCH"
is printed on the right corner of the panel and the model number
"FPA-1000-UL" is printed on the bottom left below the glass screen.
All
distributors and installers are being sent two technical bulletins.
Those who have not received the bulletins should contact Bosch at
(800) 289-0096 between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. ET or visit
http://www.boschsecurity.us/en-us/ for instructions on how to
download software to update the control panels or otherwise address
the problems. More info at
www.recalls.org.
OTTOMAN BEDS
Improvements Catalog is recalling Adjustable Ottoman Beds sold
nationwide from May 2011 to August 2011. When the ottoman is
converted into a bed and weight is put on it, it can collapse,
posing a fall hazard.
The
product is an ottoman on casters with a folding metal frame and a
high-density polyfoam mattress. The ottoman can open out and be
converted into a twin-sized bed.
Consumers should contact Improvements at (800) 985-6044, Monday
through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET or visit
www.improvementscatalog.com to receive a store credit for the
full amount of the purchase price. More info at
www.recalls.org.
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FEBRUARY 16
TUMBLEKINS TOYS
International Playthings is recalling Tumblekins Toys sold
nationwide from March 2011 to December 2011. The toys can break into
small pieces with sharp points, posing choking and lacerations
hazards.
This
recall involves all Tumblekins toy vehicles and playsets, including
the farm playset, fire station, police car, roadster, off-roader,
fire truck and school bus. "Tumblekins," "Made in China" and
manufacturing code "171111461502" or "346101461502" are printed on
the toys. The item number and UPC can be found at
www.recalls.org.
Consumer should contact International Playthings at (800) 445-8347
between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to receive a free
replacement toy. More info at
www.recalls.org.
DANCING TEAPOTS
Ganz
USA is recalling Dancing Teapots sold nationwide and in Canada from
December 2011 to January 2012. The teapot's handle can get extremely
hot when there is hot water in the teapot, posing a burn hazard.
This
recall involves Ganz ceramic teapots that are tilted to appear as if
they are dancing. Recalled teapots have SKU number "ER19252" and UPC
"661371626062" printed on a sticker on the bottom of the teapot.
Consumers should contact Ganz at (800) 724-5902 between 9 a.m. and 7
p.m. ET Monday through Thursday, and between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET on
Friday, or visit www.ganz.com
for
instructions on returning the teapot for a full refund. More info at
www.recalls.org.
CHILDREN'S
SLIDES
Landscape Structures is recalling Slalom Gliders sold nationwide
from January 2006 to December 2011. The Slalom Glider is a
playground slide that lacks a transition platform on the top and
sides of the chute. Children can fall when moving from the ladder to
the slide and when descending the chute.
The
Slalom Glider is a distinctive 6-foot high playground slide that is
curved in shape and made from molded plastic. The recalled products
have model numbers 156456 and 172627 and were sold in combinations
of colors, including red, blue, tan, green, granite and white.
Owners will be contacted by Landscape Structures regarding removal
instructions.
Consumers can also contact Landscape Structures at (888) 438-6574
Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT, or visit
www.playlsi.com. More info at
www.recalls.org.
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