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Black & Decker Recalls Blower/Vacuums for Fire HazardDate: 10/11/2006
Reason: Fire Hazard
Distribution: Home center, hardware and discount stores nationwide
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. Units: About 272,000 Manufacturer: Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md. Hazard: A loose connection between the blower/vac and an extension cord can cause overheating, posing a fire hazard. Incidents/Injuries: Black & Decker has received 187 reports of smoking, melting and/or fire near the blower/vac's plug, including one report of a fire extending beyond the unit. Black & Decker has received seven reports of minor burns, none of which required medical treatment. Description and Models: This recall involves Black & Decker model BV4000 Type 1 blower/vacs. The model and type number are printed on a name plate on the right side of the unit. The blower/vacs have an orange housing and a black blower assembly. Sold at: Home center, hardware and discount stores nationwide from April 2004 through July 2005 for about $70. Manufactured in: Mexico Remedy: Consumers should stop using the blower/vacs immediately and contact Black & Decker for a free repair kit. Consumer Contact: For additional information, consumers can contact Black & Decker at (866) 853-2138 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.blackanddecker.com Other Home / Electronic Recalls and Alerts of InterestDate: 9/22/2008 Reason: If the headlamp is used with rechargeable batteries, the cable connecting the battery pack to the lamp can spark, melt, or catch fire. This poses a burn hazard to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 11/6/2008 Reason: While placing the cup on or off the base of the mixer, the mixer can be unexpectedly turned on, activating the blade. This can pose a serious laceration hazard to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 9/26/2008 Reason: The stability of the stands does not meet industry standards to prevent TV tip-over, posing a risk of injury or death to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 9/8/2008 Reason: The recalled metal pendants and charms contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 11/6/2008 Reason: The treadmills can speed up unexpectedly while in use due to a malfunction with the lower control board, posing a fall hazard to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 11/6/2008 Reason: The adapters can fail and overheat. This can pose a burn hazard to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide |
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