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Product recall · CPSCOctober 12, 2007Serious
Collections Etc. Inc. Announces Recall of Double Hammocks
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The wooden rods at the head and foot of the hammock used to extend the fabric can break, causing the hammock to collapse and the user to fall to the ground.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should stop using the hammocks immediately and contact Collections Etc. for a full refund.
Who to contact: For more information, contact Collections Etc. at (800) 518-3020 between 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers also can also log onto the firm's Web site at www.collectionsetc.com
The product
This recall involves hammocks made with a solid green fabric and white support ropes. The hammock's green fabric measures 73 inches long by 46 inches wide and supports a maximum of up to 350lbs.
Details
- Units affected
- 9000
- Recall date
- October 12, 2007
- Brand
- Transfar International Corp., of Taipei, Taiwan, Collections Etc. Inc., of Elk Gove Village, Ill.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Collections Etc. is aware of five reports of the wooden rods breaking, resulting in four reports of injuries, including minor cuts, and sore necks and backs.
Web sites and catalogs nationwide from May 2007 through August 2007 for about $20.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Collections Etc. Inc. Announces Recall of Double Hammocks Due to Fall Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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