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1. Rec-Out Recalls Columbus Camping Chairs Due to Presence of Mold; Sold Exclusively at Big 5 Sporting Goods, http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml13/13034.html
2. Nielsen-Kellerman Recalls Microphones Due to Electric Shock, Burn Hazards, http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml13/13035.html
3. Powermate Generators Recall to Repair by Pramac America Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot, http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml13/13036.html
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1. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 13, 2012
Release #13-034
Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 885-9129
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Rec-Out Recalls Columbus Camping Chairs Due to Presence of Mold; Sold Exclusively at Big 5 Sporting Goods
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Folding Camping Chairs
Units: About 227
Importer: Rec-Out LLC, of Atlanta, Ga.
Manufacturer: Beststar Tourist Products Co., Ltd., of China.
Hazard: Chairs were found to contain a variety of molds that could cause respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems or who have impaired immune systems.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: This recall involves Basin model Columbus(tm) folding camping chairs, identified with style # CC3009-N on a label attached to the side of the seat. They are blue, foam-padded, polyester chairs with a cushioned seat and back. The chairs have adjustable side straps and two additional straps used as handles to carry the chair when folded. "Columbus" appears on the outer side of the back of the seat, above a mesh pocket.
Sold exclusively at: Big 5 Sporting Goods stores from April 2012 through October 2012 for about $15.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and return them to any Big 5 Sporting Goods location for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: Rec-Out; toll-free at (888) 885-9129, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at customerservice@rec-out.com
To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml13/13034.html
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2. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 13, 2012
Release #13-035
Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 784-4221
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Nielsen-Kellerman Recalls Microphones Due to Electric Shock, Burn Hazards
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Microphone
Units: About 7,500
Manufacturer: Nielsen-Kellerman Co., of Boothwyn, Penn.
Hazard: The metal boom of the microphone can conduct electricity from an exposed speaker wire or connector and shock or burn the user.
Incidents/Injuries: Nielsen-Kellerman has received reports of three incidents in which the users reported second-degree burns where the metal boom contacted their face.
Description: This recall includes NK R2 microphones manufactured before September 1, 2012. The recalled product is a microphone designed to be used by the navigator (coxswain) of rowed racing boats to direct the rowers. It is made of a rubber U-shaped base attached to a blue headband. A black metal microphone boom is attached to one end of the U and a cable with a flat, rubber-covered connector is attached to the other end. The microphones are used with the Cox Box and Cox Box Mini voice amplifiers. The NK logo appears on the headband. Recalled microphones have metal booms that are not covered by rubber and do not have a yellow warning tag on the cable.
Sold at: Nielsen-Kellerman Co. online and authorized NK dealers worldwide for about $99.
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the R2 Microphones and return them to NK for a free replacement.
Consumer Contact: Nielsen-Kellerman, at (800) 784-4221, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday in the U.S. or (Country Code)-1-610-447-1555, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday outside the U.S.; or www.NKhome.com and click on Support, then choose Product Repairs or Product Registration for more information.
To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including a picture of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml13/13035.html
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3. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 13, 2012
Release #13-036
Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 445-1805
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Powermate Generators Recall to Repair by Pramac America Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Powermate Sx 5500 portable generators
Units: About 7700
Importer: Pramac America LLC, of Kearney, Neb.
Manufacturer: Am Pride Chongqing Senci IMP & EXP Trade Co., of China
Hazard: The fuel filter on this generator allows gasoline to leak, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: Pramac America has received 51 reports of fuel filter leakage. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Description: The recalled portable generators have "Powermate 5500" printed on the side of the black generator with wheels. These generators were sold under the model name Sx5500 and model number PM0125500. Both are printed on a plate on the rear of the generators with serial numbers of the recalled units ranging from K003xxxxxQ through K090xxxxxQ.
Sold exclusively at: Home Depot stores in northeast, mid-west and southeast United States from February 2012 through August 2012 for about $550.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these recalled portable generators and contact Pramac America to receive a free repair kit including a replacement filter, hose and hose clamps for fuel line.
Consumer Contact: Pramac America LLC at (800) 445-1805 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or www.powermate.com and click on the Generator tab and then the Expert Advice followed by the Service Notification link for more information.
To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml13/13036.html
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