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Product recall · CPSCJune 15, 2010Highest risk
Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roll-Up Blinds by Chicology
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
Strangulations can occur if the lifting loop slides off the side of the blind and a child's neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop or if a child places his/her neck between the lifting loop and the roll-up blind material.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Strangulation 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.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the roll-up blinds and contact Chicology to obtain a free retrofit kit.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact the company toll-free at (866) 999-6188 or visit the company's website at www.chicology.com. You can also e-mail the company at info@chicology.com
The product
This recall involves the French Antique Gold, Zen Moss, Tropic Ginger, and Kansas White roll-up blind models. The roll-up shades are gold, green, tan and white and are made from natural fiber-paper, jute, and polyester.
Details
- Units affected
- About 6,200
- Recall date
- June 15, 2010
- Brand
- Chicology of Ontario, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Online retailers including Overstock.com, Bestwindowtreatments.com, Bedbathstore.com, Unbeatablesale.com, Bonton.com, Linensource.com, and Solutions.com from April 2006 through March 2010.
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: “Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roll-Up Blinds by Chicology”
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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