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Product recall · CPSCApril 22, 2009Highest risk
SportsPlay Equipment Playgrounds
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The handrails and posts on the playground contain high levels of lead paint. Lead can be toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Lead exposure 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 stop using the playground immediately if the painted parts have chipped off. Consumers with the recalled playgrounds have been directly contacted regarding this recall and will receive free replacement parts.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact SportsPlay at (800) 727-8180 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email customerservice@sportsplayinc.com or visit the firm's Web site at www.sportsplayinc.com
The product
The recall involves the Tot Town Fun Center, Tot Town Castle Fun Center, Tea Cup Merry Go Round, 8' Web Climber, Rope Wall, Four Panel Circular Aztec Climber and Three Panel Aztec Climber. Model Name Model Number Part at Issue Tot Town Fun Center 1 902-813 Red handrails Tot Town Fun Center 3 902-815 Green handrails Tot Town Fun Center 5 902-817 Green handrails Tot Town Fun Center 6 902-818 Red handrails Tot Town Castle Fun Center 1 902-863 Red handrails Tot Town Castle Fun Center 3 902-865 Red handrails Tot Town Castle Fun Center 5 902-867 Red handrails Tot Town Castle Fun Center 6 902-868 Red handrails Tea Cup Merry Go Round 902-788 Whole unit 8' Web Climber 902-771 Red poles Rope Wall 902-772 Red frame Four Panel Circular Aztec Climber 902-762 Red poles Four Panel Aztec Climber 902-763 Yellow pole Three Panel Aztec Climber 902-764 Yellow pole
Details
- Units affected
- About 540
- Recall date
- April 22, 2009
- Brand
- Floteks, of Turkey
- Made or distributed by
- SportsPlay Equipment Inc., of St. Louis, Mo.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Authorized SportsPlay dealers nationwide from January 2003 through December 2007 for between $1,300 and $5,500.
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: “SportsPlay Equipment Recalls Playgrounds Due to Violation of Lead Paint Ban”
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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