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1. Angel's Touch Collections Recalls Butterfly and Shell Lamps Due to Shock and Fire Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Angels-Touch-Collections-Recalls-Butterfly-and-Shell-Lamps/
2. Toys R Us Recalls Remote-Controlled Helicopters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Toys-R-Us-Recalls-Remote-Controlled-Helicopters
3. Outdoor Solutions Hammock and Sunshade Recalled by H-E-B Due to Fall Hazard http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Outdoor-Solutions-Hammock-and-Sunshade
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Recall Date: July 3, 2013
Recall Number: 13-233
Angel's Touch Collections Recalls Butterfly and Shell Lamps Due to Shock and Fire Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
WASHINGTON, D.C.-Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Decorative lamps
Hazard: The lamps have exposed wiring at the base. This poses shock and fire hazards to consumers.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled decorative lights, unplug and return them to any Cracker Barrel Old Country Store or by mail to Angel's Touch Collections, 2732 Teaster Lane, Suite 119, Pigeon Forge, TN 37868, for a full refund, including shipping.
Consumer Contact: Angel's Touch Collections toll-free (877) 474-2133 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.angeltouchcollections.com and click on "Recall Notice" for more information. Consumers can also send an email to ATCrecall@gmail.com.
Photos available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Angels-Touch-Collections-Recalls-Butterfly-and-Shell-Lamps/
Recall Details
Units: About 8,000
Description: This recall involves "Butterfly Clip Light" (SKU# 416593) and "Shell Clip Light" (SKU #416955) lamps that feature a Tiffany-style stained glass shade resembling a seashell or a multicolored butterfly. The seashell lamps measure 5.5-inches tall and 1.5-inches wide, and weigh around 1.5 pounds. The butterfly lamps measure 10.5-inches tall and 7.5-inches wide, and weigh around 2 pounds. Both lamps use a 7-watt type C bulb and have a plug-in cord with a cord-mounted on/off thumb-switch. The SKU number can be found on the product's packaging.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Sold exclusively at: Cracker Barrel Old Country Store locations nationwide and online at www.crackerbarrel.com from November 2012 through February 2013 for about $40.
Distributor: Angel's Touch Collections Co., Ltd., of Rego Park, N.Y.
Manufactured in: China
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Recall Date: July 3, 2013
Recall Number: 13-234
Toys R Us Recalls Remote-Controlled Helicopters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
WASHINGTON, D.C.-Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Remote-controlled 3 channel helicopters
Hazard: The rechargeable battery inside the helicopters can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers or nearby items.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the remote-controlled helicopter and return all components to a Toys R Us store for a full refund or store credit.
Consumer Contact: Toys R Us at (800) 869-7787 from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET on Sundays, or online at www.toysrus.com and click on About Us, then select Safety at the top of the page, and then Click here under Product Recalls for more information.
Photos available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Toys-R-Us-Recalls-Remote-Controlled-Helicopters
Recall Details
Units: About 6,500 in the U.S. and 900 in Canada
Description: This recall involves the Fast Lane FA-005 Radio Control 3-Channel Helicopter with Gyro Stabilizer and Charger, model number 5F5F2F5. The model number is printed on the front of the product packaging and on the underside of the helicopter. The double-rotor helicopters are blue and white, approximately 9-inches high and have the Fast Lane logo on the top of the helicopter. They were sold with a remote control unit, a battery charger and a carrying case.
Incidents/Injuries: Toys R Us has received 11 reports worldwide of the rechargeable battery overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Sold exclusively at: Toys R Us stores nationwide and online at www.toysrus.com from September 2012 through January 2013 for about $100.
Importer: Toys R Us Inc., of Wayne, N.J.
Manufactured in: China
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3.
Recall Date: July 3, 2013
Recall Number: 13-235
Outdoor Solutions Hammock and Sunshade Recalled by
H-E-B Due to Fall Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C.-Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Outdoor Solutions Hammock with Sunshade
Hazard: The seam in the lounge of the hammock can open and rip, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the hammock, dissemble it and contact H-E-B for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: H-E-B at (800) 432-3113 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at http://www.heb.com and go to About Us and click on Our Company and then Recalls for more information.
Photos available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Outdoor-Solutions-Hammock-and-Sunshade-Recalled-by-H-E-B/
Recall Details
Units: About 700
Description: The Outdoor Solutions Hammock and Sunshade is a stand-alone, light-brown canvas hammock that sits inside a steel and plastic frame. It has a detachable sunshade affixed to the hammock. The product was sold in a light brown canvas bag with handles. A tag affixed to the outside of the canvas bag includes the product name, model number 147184 and UPC number 4122088609.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm received two reports of seams tearing. Bruising and discomfort were reported in one incident.
Sold at: Exclusively at Texas H-E-B stores between February 2013 and June 2013 for about $76.
Manufacturer/Importer/Distributor: HEB Grocery Company LLC, of San Antonio, Texas
Manufactured in: China
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