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Swing Sets Recalled for Repair by BCI Burke Due to Fall Hazard

Name of Product:
2 3/8 inch Arch Swing Sets
Hazard:
The welded connection of the sleeve joint to the arch support can crack or break. When this happens, the top swing beam can collapse causing children on the swings to fall and be injured.
Remedy:
Repair
Recall Date:
March 07, 2012
Units:
About 250
Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact the firm at (800) 356-2070 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's website at www.bciburke.com, or e-mail the firm at customerservice@bciburke.com

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves the end and middle arch supports on Arch Swing Sets and added bays with belt or bucket seats built with 2 3/8 inch steel tubing. The swings have a 2 7/8 inch diameter sleeve that is welded to the middle or end support. "Burke" is printed on identification labels that were provided to installers who may or may not have put them on the swings.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swing sets, remove the chain and swings and contact the firm for a free retrofit kit. BCI Burke is contacting owners directly by mail.

Incidents/Injuries:

The firm has received seven reports of incidents involving the recalled swing sets, including two minor injuries.

Sold At:
BCI Burke Co. and its distributors from January 2004 through December 2011 for between $700 and $1,000.
Manufacturer(s):
BCI Burke Co. LLC, of Fond du Lac, Wis.
Manufactured In:
United States
Recall number:
12-726

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