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Consumer product safety information

By Times Staff
Published January 7, 2008

Tot tower blocks

Company: eeBoo Corp.

Why?The plastic covering on the toy blocks can detach, posing a choking hazard to children.

What models? The blocks are sold in sets of 10 blocks ranging from 6 by 6 inches to 1.5 by 1.5 inches. The cardboard blocks are covered in a plastic laminate film. The blocks have various images and themes including Things I Know New; Garden Fairies; Hardware Store; Around the Land; Read-To-Me; Animal Sounds; Animal Alphabet; ABC; and Nursery Friends. "Tot Towers" and "eeBoo Corporation" are printed on the product's packaging.

Where sold? Specialty and gift shops nationwide.

What to do? For a refund, return to place of purchase or contact eeBoo Corp. toll-free at 1-800-791-5619 or visit www.eeboo.com.

Counterfeit circuit breakers labeled 'Square D'

Company: North American Breaker Co. Inc.

Why? The breakers have been determined by Square D to be counterfeit and can fail to trip when they are overloaded, posing a fire hazard.

What models? The counterfeit circuit breakers are black and are labeled as Square D QO-series models 110, 115, 120, 130, 210, 215, 220, 225, 230, 235, 240, 250, 260, 280, 1515, 1520, 2020, 2125, 315, 340, 350, 360 and 3100. Actual Square D circuit breakers have the amp rating written on the handle in white paint on the front of the breaker, the Square D insignia molded onto the breaker side and a yellow chromate mounting clip with half of the top of the clip visible. If your breaker, labeled as Square D, does not match this description, it could be counterfeit.

Where sold? NABCO, electrical distributors and retailers.

What to do? For a refund, contact NABCO toll-free at 1-866-505-5851, e-mail recall@nabreaker.com or visit www.nabcorecall.com.

World Dryer and Bradley brand hand and hair dryers

Company: World Dryer Corp.

Why? Some of the nozzles on these dryers are not grounded. If an electrical component comes into contact with an ungrounded nozzle, it can pose a shock hazard.

What models? Wall-mounted dryers with nozzles protruding from the front that may be recessed or surface-mounted. The dryers are used primarily in rest rooms and locker rooms in public and commercial buildings.

Where sold? Industrial and electrical distributors and supply houses.

What to do? To determine if a dryer is included in this recall, call World Dryer toll-free at 1-800-323-0701 or visit www.worlddryer.com with serial and model numbers.

Gap's 'Warmest Jacket' for boys

Company: Gap Outlet.

Why? The jackets have a waist drawstring with a toggle that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or doorways, which can pose an entrapment hazard to children.

What models? The jackets are hooded, zip in front and have a drawstring at the waist. They were sold in navy and gray in multiple children's sizes. "Gap Outlet" is printed on a label at the neck. Style number 513573 is printed on a white label sewn behind the size and product care label near the neckline.

Where sold? Gap Outlet stores.

What to do? For a refund, return to any Gap Outlet store, call Gap toll-free at 1-888-747-3704 or visit www.gapinc.com.

Metal toy wagons

Company: Tricam Industries Inc.

Why? Surface paint on the wagon bucket contains excessive levels of lead.

What models? The red metal wagon model MH1250 with a red steel bucket, a black handle, a black steel axle support and black tires.

Where sold? Tractor Supply Co. stores.

What to do? For a refund, contact Tricam toll-free at 1-800-867-6763 or visit www.tricam.com.

Various erectile dysfunction drugs
Company: Shangai Distributor Inc.
Why?: Undeclared ingredients in these products may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs (such as nitroglycerin) and can lower blood pressure to dangerous levels.
What models?: Super Shangai, Strong Testis, Shangai Ultra, Shangai Ultra X, Lady Shangai and Shangai Regular, also marketed as Shangai Chaojimengnan.
Where sold?: Various stores.
What to do?: Consumers should discontinue use and consult a health care provider if they have experienced any adverse events that they feel are related to the use of these products. Report adverse events to FDA’s MedWatch program at 800-FDA-1088 or online at www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm.

Medicine cabinets
Company: RSI Home Products.
Why?: The medicine cabinet’s mirrors can separate and break, posing a laceration hazard.
What models?: Three styles of bathroom medicine cabinets sold in 30-, 36- and 48-inch sizes with top lights and three beveled mirror doors: Estate by RSI Tri-view cabinets with four to six lights, crown molding and three finishes: white, solid oak and maple; Insignia with a wide variety of finishes and manufactured to consumer specifications provided through Lowe’s; MasterBath cabinets with a wide variety of finishes and manufactured to consumer specifications provided through The Home Depot.
Where sold?: Lowe’s and Home Depot nationwide.
What to do?: For free replacement mirrors, contact RSI toll-free at 1-888-774-8062 or visit www.estatebath.com, www.insigniacabinets.com, www.masterbath.com.

2006-2008 MXU 500 all terrain vehicles
Company: KYMCO USA.
Why?: The pivot bolts holding the rear suspension onto the frame can become loose, causing the rear swing arm to detach from the chassis and posing a risk of injury or death to the operator.
What models?: All 2006-2008 MXU 500 ATVs. The vehicle is identified by a label on the front as KYMCO and the model is determined by a label located on each side of the fuel tank as MXU 500.
Where sold?: KYMCO dealers nationwide.
What to do?: For a free repair, contact an authorized KYMCO dealer. For additional information, call KYMCO toll-free at 1-888-235-3417 or visit www.kymcousa.com.

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