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Ballard Designs Inc. Recalls Potted Candles for Fire HazardDate: 8/17/2006
Reason: Fire Hazard
Distribution: Ballard Designs’ Web site
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 775 candles and candle sets Distributor: Ballard Designs Inc., of Atlanta, Ga. Hazard: The packaging or holder can ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: This recall involves Toulon potted candles that were sold individually and as a set. The larger, citronella-scented single candles were sold in cream, green and terracotta. Candles sold as a set include four smaller candles with cream or green pots and were sold in citronella and unscented. Item numbers involved in the recall are AW058 (single) and AW057 (set). The pots have a raised floral and garland design. Sold at: Ballard Designs' Web site and through its toll-free number from May 2006 through June 2006 for about $35 for set of four candles and $69 for the large candle. Manufactured In: China Remedy: Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and discard them. Consumers should contact Ballard Designs for instructions on how to receive a full refund. Direct notices from Ballard Designs are being sent to consumers with the recalled candles. Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers should contact Ballard Designs at (800) 367-2810 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ballarddesigns.com Other Home / Electronic Recalls and Alerts of InterestDate: 7/10/2008 Reason: The lobster claw clasp on the bracelet contains high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects. Distribution: Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark. Date: 9/8/2008 Reason: Delayed ignition of gas in the 18-inch oven can cause a flash of flames to be projected at a consumer when the range door is opened, posing a burn hazard to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 9/15/2008 Reason: The rugs do not meet the federal flammability standard for small rugs and do not have the required flammability warning label. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 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: 8/7/2008 Reason: The halogen work lights can overheat and melt, and pose a risk of fire and electrical shock to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 9/26/2008 Reason: Sharp edges on the stainless steel latch attached to the cooler can pose a laceration hazard to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide |
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