Recalls
Paint used on some of these blocks has a lead content which exceeds the current permissible level of 0.5%.
Consumers who have a set of these blocks should return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
8,400 sets
Because of faulty staple assembly, the club's metal rod may separate from its handle when swung and thus be propelled into anyone who may be standing in the rod's path.
If the connection (from the rod to the handle) is weak, consumers are instructed to discontinue use and may return the clubs to their retailer for refund or replacement.
An improper dimension on a receiver cover raises the possibility of the pistol discharging when the trigger is pulled with the safety engaged.
The company is trying to locate the pistols involved in order to make modifications to eliminate the possible problem at no cost to the consumer. Owners of the pistols are requested to take the pistol to the nearest authorized service center listed on a brochure which was included with the pistol when purchased.
About 25,000
Potential for serious shock injuries, possibly resulting in electrocution, exists when water contacts the powered heating element.
Approximately 50,000
These products have excessive Lead content their paint.
Persons who have these products should return them to the place of purchase for replacement or a full refund.
The paint used on these products has a lead content which exceeds the Commission permissible level of 0.5%.
Persons who have these banks should return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
60,000
This chair could break at the weld which joins the metal support column with a metal seat support plate. If this should occur, the chair seat and any young child in the seat could fall to the floor.
Consumers who have one of these high chairs should stop using it and discard or destroy the product. Replacement high chairs are no longer available.
Approximately 600
Engineering tests have indicated that consumers could damage the insulation surrounding the electrical cord when assembling the handle. Such damage could result in serious electrical shock.
Consumers are urged to immediately stop using the No. 8209 Type 1 trimmer and to return it to only a Black & Decker service center or a Black & Decker-authorized service center listed in the Yellow Pages. Products subject to the recall will be modified to a No. 8209 Type 2 trimmer at no cost to the consumer.
Consumers who require additional information should place a collect call to Black & Decker, 301/828-2955, between 8 A.M. and 5 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time.