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Consumer Product Recalls

NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 7, 2005
Release #05-258

Firm's Hotline: (800) 819-6297
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

CPSC, Ultimate Chopper LLC Announce Recall to Inspect and Replace Food
Processors

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.

Name of Product: Ultimate Chopper food processor

Units: About 1.5 million

Distributor: Ultimate Chopper LLC, of Los Angeles, Calif.

Hazard: The interlocking lid assembly on the appliance can malfunction,
allowing the food processor to be operated when the lid is off. This
can
result in a laceration or finger tip amputation hazard if consumers
insert their hands into the food processor.

Incidents/Injuries: CPSC and Ultimate Chopper LLC have received 17
reports of injuries resulting from a failure of the interlocking lid
assembly or the blade assembly breaking. Five of those injured required
stitches or surgery, and the remaining 12 consumers received cuts or
scratches.

Description: The Ultimate Chopper is a compact, single-speed food
processor that can also function as a blender when an optional
attachment is used with the base. The product is comprised of a white
base unit with a 600 watt motor (750 watts peak power), a plastic blade
assembly that contains two stainless steel blades, a chopping bowl, and
a clear, interlocking lid. The name "Ultimate Chopper" is stamped on
the
product's base. The optional blender attachment is sold separately.

Sold at: The Ultimate Chopper has been marketed and distributed through
television infomercial sales, the firm's Web site, and various
retailers
nationwide from March 2002 through July 2005 for about $40.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately inspect their Ultimate Chopper
food
processor to determine if the interlocking lid is functioning properly.
Consumers should remove the lid and blade assembly and test to see if
the unit will operate without the lid on. If the unit turns on when the
lid is removed, consumers should stop using it immediately and contact
Ultimate Chopper LLC to receive a free replacement unit. Also, if blade
assemblies are worn, damaged or broken for any reason, consumers should
stop using the unit and contact the company to receive a free
replacement blade assembly. Consumers also can access an instructional
video demonstrating how to inspect their Ultimate Chopper at
http://demo.ultimatechopper.com

Consumer Contact: Call Ultimate Chopper LLC toll-free at (800) 819-6297
between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's
Web site at www.ultimatechopper.com

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/prhtml05/05258.html

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2005
Release #05-260 
Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 330-6905
CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

CPSC, Pottery Barn Kids Announce Recall of Spindle Cribs

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
announces
the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below.
Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless
otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Spindle Crib

Units: About 7,600

Distributor: Pottery Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif.

Hazard: The spindles on the crib's front rail can loosen and detach
from
the rail. This can allow the child to fall from the crib and poses a
risk of entrapment.

Incidents/Injuries: Pottery Barn Kids has received six reports of
incidents involving spindles detaching from the crib. No injuries have
been reported.

Description: This recall involves the Spindle Crib, model number
4825402. The product name and model number are printed on a label
affixed to the base of the crib. Sold in white, pink and blue, the
cribs
are made of hardwood and measure 30.5 x 54.5 x 45" high.

Sold at: Pottery Barn Kids retail stores, the Pottery Barn Kids catalog
and PotteryBarnKids.com nationwide from January 2004 through July 2005
for between $300 and $500.

Manufactured in: Taiwan

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these cribs and contact
Pottery Barn Kids to receive a free replacement front rail or a full
refund (including shipping).

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Pottery Barn Kids
at (800) 330-6905 between 7 a.m. and 12 a.m. ET daily or visit the
firm's Web site at www.potterybarnkids.com

Pottery Barn Kids Media Contact: Abigail Jacobs, at (415) 616-8432

To view this recall online, please visit our website at:
https://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml05/05260.html

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2005
Release # 05-261 
Firm's Recall Hotline: (866) 584-8587
CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

CPSC, The Coleman Company, Inc. Announce the Recall to Repair Coleman
Gas Grills and Patio Heaters

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
announces
the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below.
Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless
otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Coleman Gas Grills and Patio Heaters

Units: About 124,000 grills and about 6,200 heaters

Grill and Heater Manufacturer: The Coleman Company, Inc., of Wichita,
Kan.

Regulator Manufacturer: TPA Metals and Machinery of China

Hazard: The regulators on these products can leak propane when the
propane cylinder is turned on and the product is not in use. This can
pose a fire or explosion hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: Coleman has received 98 reports of these regulators
leaking propane. Coleman has received no reports of injuries or
property
damage.

Description: The recall includes Coleman Gas Grills with model numbers
5100, 5300, 5400, 5600, 6000 and 7700, and Coleman Patio Heater with
model number 5040. The model name and number can be found directly on
the front of the grills and on the inside cover of the heaters.

Sold at: Lowes, Expo Design Centers and various pool and patio
retailers
nationwide. The grills were sold from January 2004 through July 2005
for
between $270 and $1,260. The patio heaters were sold from June 2004
through July 2005 for between $500 and $600.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the grills and heaters immediately
and contact Coleman for a free replacement regulator assembly. Once the
regulator is replaced, the grill or heater may be used.

Consumer Contact: Call The Coleman Company, Inc. toll-free at (866)
584-8587 anytime, or log on to the company's Web site at
www.coleman.com


To view this recall online, please visit CPSC's website at:
https://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml05/05261.html

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2005
Release #05-262 
Nexgrill's Recall Hotline: (888) 568-9888
CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

CPSC, Nexgrill Industries Announce Recall to Repair Gas Grills Sold
Exclusively At Home Depot

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
announces
the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below.
Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless
otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Charmglow Gas Grills

Units: About 86,000

Distributor: Nexgrill Industries Inc., of City of Industry, Calif.

Hazard: The hose connecting the propane tank with the manifold can run
up too close to the firebox. The heat from the firebox can damage the
hose, causing it to leak gas. The release of gas creates a fire risk
that could cause injury and property damage.


Incidents/Injuries: Nexgrill has received five reports of fires
involving hoses leaking gas and more than 45 additional reports of
incidents involving possible gas leaks.

Description: The recalled Charmglow Gas Grills have a model number of
720-0036-HD-05, which can be found on the back of the grill. The
stainless steel grill is designed to be used with propane gas. The name
of the grill is located at the left corner of the exterior of the main
burner lid. A temperature gauge is located at the center of the main
burner lid.

Sold at: Home Depot stores nationwide from November 2004 through June
2005 for about $350.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the gas grill and contact Nexgrill
Customer Service to receive a free, self-installation repair kit.

Consumer Contact: Call Nexgrill toll-free at (888) 568-9888 between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or log on to the company's
Web
site at http://0036.serorder.com

To view this recall online, please visit CPSC's website at:
https://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml05/05262.html