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Consumer product safety information

By Times Staff
Published October 29, 2007

Bumbo 'Baby Sitter' seats

Company: Bumbo International.

Why? If the seat is placed on a table, countertop, chair or other elevated surface, young children can arch their backs, flip out of the Bumbo seat and fall onto the floor, posing a risk of head injuries.

What models?The bottom of the seat is round and flat with a diameter of about 15 inches. It is constructed of a single piece of molded foam and comes in yellow, blue, purple, pink, aqua and lime green. On the front of the seat is the word "Bumbo" with the image of an elephant on top.

Where sold? Target, Wal-Mart, Sears, Kmart, Toys R Us, Babies R Us, USA Babies and other toy and children's stores and online.

What to do? Contact Bumbo for free warning label stickers.

For information: Toll-free, 1-877-932-8626; www.bumbosafety.com.

Battery chargers supplied with certain Kawasaki branded power tool kits

Company: Alltrade Tools LLC.

Why? When used with an incompatible charger, the battery pack can overheat and melt during charging or explode during use.

What models?Battery chargers sold with certain model numbers of 19.2 and 21.6 volt NiCad battery packs. The model number is on a label on the bottom of the battery pack. The tool, model number and battery pack model: KW Black 19.2V Cordless Drill, 840128, 691034; KW Black 19.2V 26 PC Drill Set, 840135, 691034; KW Black 4 PC Power Tool Combo, 840338, 691034; KW Black 2 PC Power Tool Combo, 840339, 691034; KW Black 19.2V 26 PC Drill Set, 840135A, 691240; KW Black 21.6V Cordless Drill, 840266, 691221; KW Black 21.6V Cordless Drill, 840267, 691221.

Where sold? National wholesale club retailers.

What to do? Register at www.alltradetools.com to get a free compatible battery charger.

For information: Toll-free, 1-877-231-9239; www.alltradetools.com.

Beary Cute, Expressions and Sassy & Chic children's metal jewelry

Company: Greenbrier International Inc.

Why? Contains high levels of lead.

What models?Beary Cute, Expressions and Sassy & Chic children's jewelry with items number 855589, 873091, 873097 or 903950. The item number is on the reverse of the packaging.

Where sold? Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Dollar Express, Greenbacks and Only $1 stores.

What to do? Return to store for a refund.

For information: Toll-free, 1-800-876-8077; www.dollartree.com.

Purple Halloween pails with witch decorations

Company: Family Dollar Stores.

Why? The green paint on the pails contains excessive levels of lead.

What models?Purple Halloween pails with a picture of a witch figure silhouetted against a green moon. The pail measures about 61/2 inches high. "Distributed by Family Dollar, Inc," SKU number 1033953 and UPC number 017845000591 are printed on a label on the pail.

Where sold? Family Dollar stores.

What to do? Take the recalled Halloween pail away from children and return it to any Family Dollar store for a refund.

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

WeGlow children's metal jewelry

Company: WeGlow International.

Why? Contains high levels of lead.

What models?WeGlow children's flashing rings. The character-themed rings were sold in Shrek the Third and Spiderman 3 designs. Item number 920422 is on back of the packaging.

Where sold? Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Dollar Express, Greenbacks and Only $1 stores.

What to do? Return to store for a refund.

For information: Toll-free, 1-866-934-5692; www.weglow.com.

Children's toy gardening tools

Company: Jo-Ann Stores Inc.

Why? Surface paint may contain excessive levels of lead.

What models?Robbie Ducky leaf rake, hoe, broom and spade. "Robbie Ducky Garden Collection" is printed on a tag attached to the handle. The rake has a yellow handle with the head of a tortoise and green prongs. The hoe has an orange handle with a caterpillar and a blue blade. The broom has a purple handle with a duck and an orange brush. The spade has a yellow handle with the head of a frog and a red blade.

Where sold? Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores.

What to do? Return to any Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Store for a refund.

For information: Toll-free, 1-888-739-4120; e-mail guest.services@jo-annstores.com; www.joann.com.

Magnetic game pieces sold with 'Cars' themed backpacks

Company: Global Design Concepts Inc.

Why? Small magnets inside the game pieces can fall out of their plastic enclosure and be swallowed. The magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which can be fatal.

What models? The 12-inch "Cars" backpack was sold with four sealed game pieces that contain magnets. The game pieces included a red plastic car; a blue plastic car; and two red and black plastic disks that have "GAS," "OIL" and "SERVICE" printed in red letters on the black perimeter of the disks.

Where sold? Target stores.

What to do? Contact the Cars Backpack Recall hotline for instructions on returning the recalled game pieces for a free replacement "Cars" wallet or equivalent product.

For information: Toll-free 1-877-848-4070; www.carsbackpackrecall.com.

Football bobble head cake decorations
Company: DecoPac Inc.
Why?: Surface paint on the body of the bobblehead contains lead in excess of the federal standard.
What models?: The recall includes plastic miniature football bobble heads with green bases only, which were sold for placement on a cake. The bobble heads represent the following teams: Baltimore Ravens, Green Bay Packers, Oakland Raiders, Chicago Bears, Indianapolis Colts, Philadelphia Eagles, Cincinnati Bengals, New England Patriots, Pittsburgh Steelers, Dallas Cowboys, New Orleans Saints, San Francisco 49ers, Denver Broncos, New York Giants and St. Louis Rams.
Where sold?: Bakeries and ice cream stores nationwide.
What to do?: Stop using the football bobbleheads and contact DecoPac to receive a free product of equal value.
For information: Call DecoPac Product Safety toll-free at 1-800-536-6558 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. Monday through Friday or visit www.decopacproductsafety.com.

Go Diego Go animal rescue boats
Company: Fisher-Price Inc.
Why?: Surface paints on the toys contain excessive levels of lead.
What models?: The toy is an orange and yellow boat that squirts water. Cartoon character Diego is in the driver’s seat. “Fisher Price,” product number K3413, and a date code between 137-7HF and 223-7HF are marked on the toys.
Where sold?: Retail stores nationwide.
What to do?: Take the recalled toys from children and contact Fisher-Price in order to receive a free replacement toy. Consumers need to return the recalled toys to Fisher-Price.
For information: Call Fisher-Price toll-free at 1-888-299-0579 anytime or visit www.service.mattel.com.
Cybex or Trotter treadmills
Company: Cybex International Inc.
Why?: During repairs associated with the Oct. 8, 2003, recall, wire nuts were installed improperly, causing the treadmills to overheat and posing a fire hazard.
What models?: This recall involves the treadmills “Cybex 400T,” “Cybex 410T,” “Trotter 510,” “Trotter 525,” “Trotter 535” and “CXT+” that were recalled and later repaired. The treadmills are black with gray coloring, have rectangular uprights and measure 69 inches long and 30 inches wide. The brands and models are written on the display panel. The “CXT+” model does not bear the brand Cybex or Trotter.
Where sold?: Cybex International and Cybex dealers nationwide.
What to do?: Consumers whose treadmills were included in the 2003 recall and were repaired should unplug and stop using the treadmills. Consumers who are not notified by Cybex should call the company to schedule a free repair.
For information: Call Cybex toll-free at 1-888-678-3846 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday or visit www.cybexintl.com/retro.

2006 Line X-Fly and Line Pro ski boards
Company: Line Skis.
Why?: Screws installed improperly can cause the bindings to come loose or pull off the ski board during use, causing the skier to lose control or fall.
What models?: The 2006 Line X-Fly and Line Pro model ski boards were sold in 90- and 99-centimeter lengths. The Pro model is a twin-tip ski that is turned up at both ends. “Pro 90” or “Pro 98” is printed on the tail. The X-Fly is a unidirectional ski that is turned up on one end. “Fly 90” or “Fly 99” is printed on the tail.
Where sold?: Ski, snowboard and sporting goods stores nationwide.
What to do?: Stop using the recalled ski boards and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. If consumers are unable to return the ski boards to the place of purchase, contact the firm for instructions.
For information: Call Line Skis toll-free at 1-800-987-2576 between noon and 8 p.m. or visit www.lineskis.com.
Reynolds UL bicycle forks
Company: MacLean Quality Composites, d.b.a. Reynolds.
Why?: The fork tips could separate from the fork legs, causing the wheel to come loose from the fork while riding.
What models?: Reynolds UL bicycle fork models with 43-mm and 50-mm rakes and with serial numbers 09100 through 10403. The serial number decal is located on the steer tube. To see the serial number, the fork must be removed from the frame. Some recalled forks are black, have “Reynolds” printed on them, and have a gray and white stripe painted on the legs of the fork. Other recalled forks were painted with a different paint scheme and do not have “Reynolds” printed on them. To determine if a fork is included in this recall, consumers should contact the company. The recalled forks were included in custom 2007 bicycle frame kits from the following manufacturers: Independent Fabrication, Litespeed, Lynskey Performance Designs LLC., Merlin, Parlee, Rock Lobster, Spectrum Cycles, Strong Frames and Vicious Cycles.
Where sold?: Independent bicycle retailers nationwide.
What to do?: Stop using the bicycles equipped with the recalled forks and contact Reynolds for a free replacement fork.
For information: Call Reynolds toll-free at 1-866-798-3040 between noon and 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, visit www.reynoldscycling.com/recall or send an e-mail to recall@reynoldscycling.com.

KTM all-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
Company: KTM North America Inc.
Why?: The rear brake caliper support can crack; this could result in the potential for a loss of the use of the rear brake and subsequently lead to an accident.
What models?: KTM model year 2008 450XC and 525XC ATVs. The ATVs are orange and black in color and have 450XC and 525 XC branded on the side as well as the KTM logo.
Where sold?: KTM dealers nationwide.
What to do?: Stop using these vehicles and contact a local KTM dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with the recalled ATVs were mailed a safety recall notice.
For information: Call KTM toll-free at 1-888-985-6090 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday or visit www.ktmnorthamerica.com.

64 Zone wireless receivers
Company: Home Automation Inc.
Why?: If the receiver loses power, it could fail to receive the signal from transmitters monitoring for intrusion detection in a property.
What models?: 64 Zone wireless receivers with model 45A00-1 and revision number B1. The receiver is an accessory to the Home Automation Inc. Home Control System and is professionally installed. The model and revision numbers can be found on a label on the back of the unit.
Where sold?: The receivers were sold to distributors nationwide.
What to do?: Contact Home Automation Inc. for a free replacement receiver. Consumers with recalled receivers will be notified by the company.
For information: Call Home Automation Inc. toll-free at 1-800-229-7256 between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Friday or visit www.homeauto.com.

Blastrac BG 250 Series concrete grinders with round flexible couplers
Company: Blastrac N.A.
Why?: The flexible coupler on the concrete grinder can break during use, allowing the internal parts, including the tooling plate and grinding disc, to be forcefully ejected from the grinder. This can pose a risk of injury from projectiles to the user and those nearby.
What models?: The gas- and electric-powered grinders have two wheels, a handle and are blue or green in color. The serial number is located on a plate on the machine’s handle. See http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08514.html for a complete list of the serial numbers.
Where sold?: Independent distributors nationwide who sell to professional users, and to equipment rental firms that rent to professional contractors and consumers.
What to do?: Stop using the product and return it to the rental company. Product owners who have not received a notice from Blastrac should contact the firm for a free repair kit.
For information: Call Blastrac toll-free at 1-800-256-3440 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Friday or visit www.blastrac.com.

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