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Recalls

By TIMES WIRES
Published January 15, 2007

Inflator air pumps

Company: Sportsstuff Inc.

Why? These air pumps can overheat and explode during use.

What models? 2.5 PSI pumps with model numbers 57-1504-A and 57-1504 that are used to inflate low-pressure inflatable items such as rafts and toys. Model No. 57-1504-A pump was sold separately with an assortment of inter- locking nozzles to adapt to a number of needs. Model 57-1504 pump was sold with the Sportsstuff Launch Pod, an inflatable water trampoline sold under Sportsstuff number 58-1002. The model number and the date code "0104" are on the Underwriters Laboratories label on the top of each pump. "2.5 PSI" was written on the packaging, not the air pump.

Where sold? Marine distributors, mail order catalogs, sporting goods and various other stores. The Launch Pod water trampolines that included recalled pumps were sold at Sam's Club.

What to do? Stop using the pump and contact Sportsstuff for free replacement.

For information: Call toll-free 1-888-814-8833, www.sportsstuff.com.

Oscillating ceramic heaters

Company: Family Dollar stores.

Why? The heaters can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard.

What models? 1500-watt oscillating ceramic heater with white plastic housing with the name "Heat-Wave" in black and a label with control number "ETL 3090262."

Where sold? Family Dollar.

What to do? Return heater to a Family Dollar store for refund.

For information: Toll-free 1-800-547-0359, www.familydollar.com.

Children's hooded sweatshirts

Company: Seena International.

Why? Hood drawstring poses a strangulation hazard to children.

What models? Fleece-hooded sweatshirts in sizes 8-12. They were sold in black, brown, blue, red, gray, white and off-white. The words "BKLYN Xpress" and "Brooklyn Xpress" and various graphic designs are embroidered on the sweatshirts, and these style numbers on a sewn-in tag: BXFL72B, BXFL73B, BXFL74B, BXFL75B, BXFL77B or BXFL80B.

Where sold? Clothing stores, including Ross and Gordman's.

What to do? Remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts or return the garment to the store for help removing the drawstring.

For information: Toll-free 1-866-927-5596, www.brooklynxpress.com.

Home Special Health Soup Recipe (dry mix)

Company: Ho's Trading Inc.

Why? It contains undeclared sulfites, which can cause serious or life-threatening reactions in those allergic to sulfites.

What models? Packed in a 5.3 oz. uncoded plastic container.

Where sold? Stores nationwide.

What to do? Return to place of purchase.

For information: (718) 622-2288, www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/ho01_07.html.

Gold Star Sausage Co. products

Company: Gold Star Sausage. Why? Possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, which carries a high health risk.

What models? One-pound packages of "MAVERICK RANCH BEEF FRANKS, 6 SKINLESS FRANKS" with a "sell by" date of "2/14/07," "2/21/07" or "2/28/07." One-pound packages of "MAVERICK RANCH BUFFALO FRANKS, 6 SKINLESS FRANKS" with a "sell by" date of "12/27/06," "1/3/07," "1/10/07," "2/14/07," "2/21/07" or "2/28/07." Five-pound packages of "BEEF FRANKS, PRODUCT CODE MF55-0606-15," packaged on "12/09/06." Each package bears the number "EST. 1106" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

For information: Call president Rick Rue at (303) 295-6400, ext. 302.

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