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Product recall · CPSCDecember 11, 2007Serious
Gamenamics Inc. Air-Powered Hockey Tables
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The hockey table's wires can overheat or melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should stop using the air hockey table until they have installed the free repair kit. If consumers find wire damage, including burnt or melted wires, they should contact Hammacher Schlemmer to return the product for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, consumers should contact Hammacher Schlemmer by phone at (800) 227-3528 anytime, or e-mail at customerservice@hammacher.com
The product
This recall involves cordless air-powered hockey tables with a rechargeable battery. The table can be folded and moved on attached wheels. The tables are 72 inches long and 38 inches wide and have a predominantly white surface with a bright blue aluminum rail. The playing surface contains the words "Jet Fan Hockey". The recalled items have the numbers SG-504-6c and 73058 printed on the product's carton.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,100
- Recall date
- December 11, 2007
- Made or distributed by
- Gamenamics Inc., of Elgin, Ill.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Gamenamics has received eleven reports of burnt or melted wires. No property damage or injuries have been reported.
Hammacher Schlemmer and Sky Mall catalogs and Web sites from August 2006 through January 2007 and from June 2007 through July 2007 for about $400.
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: “Gamenamics Inc. Recalls Air-Powered Hockey Tables Due to Burn 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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