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[August 04, 2014]  According to Recalls.org, a nonprofit organization, the following recalls were issued by various federal and state agencies during the week ending August 2 : 

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AUGUST 1 - AQUARIUM HEATERS 

PetSmart is recalling Top Fin Plastic Aquarium Heaters sold exclusively at PetSmart stores nationwide from March 2014 to April 2014. The heaters are insufficiently grounded, posing a risk of electrical shock. 

This recall involves all 50-, 100-, 150-, 200- and 250-watt Top Fin brand plastic aquarium heaters. Lot numbers for the recalled heaters are 1839, 1901, 1903, 1904, 1907, 1908 and 1910. "Top Fin," "Premium Aquarium Heater," the model number and the heater's wattage are printed on the side of the heater near the top. 

Consumers should return the heaters to any PetSmart store for a full refund. 

Consumers can also contact PetSmart at (888) 839-9638 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at www.petsmart.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

JULY 31 - YOUTH BICYCLES 

Dynacraft is recalling Avigo 20 Inch Turn N’ Burn Youth Bicycles sold exclusively at Toys "R" Us stores nationwide from September 2013 to June 2014. The front wheel on the bicycle can detach, posing a fall hazard. 

This recall involves 20 inch Avigo Turn N Burn youth bicycles with model number 8107-62. The model number and date of manufacture, “08202013,” are printed on a data label on the frame’s seat tube. 

Consumers should contact Dynacraft at (800) 551-0032 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.dynacraftbike.com to arrange for a free repair. More info at www.recalls.org. 

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WELDING TORCH HANDLES 

Harris Products Group is recalling welding torch handles sold nationwide and in Canada from December 2013 to May 2014. The torch handles can leak oxygen or fuel, posing a fire hazard. 

This recall involves two models of torch handles that were sold under the Lincoln Electric® and Harris Products Group® brand names. Welding torch model numbers include 18-5 and 85. Manufacture date codes include FM, GA, GB and GC. A complete list can be found at www.recalls.org. 

Consumers should contact Harris Products Group at (800) 447-6906 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.harrisproductsgroup.com to receive a free replacement. More info at www.recalls.org.

JULY 29 - GLASS LENSES 

Philips Lighting is recalling Philips “Lightolier” brand AF4SY Decorative Glass Lens distributed nationwide from February 2007 to December 2013. The decorative glass lens can shatter and result in falling pieces of glass, posing a risk of laceration. 

This recall involves Philips “Lightolier” brand AF4SY decorative glass lenses used on various types of light fixtures. The product number is on the packaging. 

Consumers should contact Philips Lighting at (800) 475-9840 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.philips.com/recall for a free replacement unit. More info at www.recalls.org.

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