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Recall Wednesday: 8 CPSC Product Recalls May 12-18

These are the CPSC recalls issued between May 12, – May 18, 2010. Remote-controlled helicopters, Step2 Push Buggies and toy dart gun from Family Dollar store are included.
As a reminder:
In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines(pdf) (which were incorporated into an industry voluntary standard in 1997) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled in the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts.
Be sure to check old hand-me-downs for this!
You can find even more detailed information on all recalled products mentioned below on CPSC.gov.  All information below comes directly from the CPSC website.

Name of Product: “Fly Dragonfly” (also called “Queen Bee”) Remote-Controlled Helicopters
Hazard: The rechargeable battery inside the helicopters can overheat, igniting the helicopter and posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Description: This recall involves the “Fly Dragonfly” (also called “Queen …

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Recall Wednesday: 9 CPSC Product Recalls incl. water bottle spouts & more

Below are the CPSC recalls issued since Wednesday, May 5, 2010. Drop-side crib, kids jewelry and more make out this week’s list.
As a reminder:
In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines(pdf) (which were incorporated into an industry voluntary standard in 1997) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled in the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts.
Be sure to check old hand-me-downs for this!
You can find even more detailed information on all recalled products mentioned below on CPSC.gov. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website.
Smiles
Smarty Pants Mama
PS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you actually have had in your home? I want to hear about it!!! Please share!
Name of Product: Sport Cap 2.0 water bottle spouts
Hazard: The water bottle spouts can break or crack, posing a choking hazard to children and adults.
Description: The Sport Cap …

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Recall Wednesday: Gap Bating Suit, Saks Sweatshirt, Roman Shades, Targus Adapter, Graco Crib, Inversion Bench & Buoyancy Compensator

Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received since Wednesday, April 28, 2010.  Sweatshirts, bathing suits and more make out this week’s list.
As a reminder:
In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines(pdf) (which were incorporated into an industry voluntary standard in 1997) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled in the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts.
Be sure to check old hand-me-downs for this!
You can find even more detailed information on all recalled products mentioned below on CPSC.gov. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website.
Smiles
Smarty Pants Mama
PS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you actually have had in your home? I want to hear about it!!! Please share!

Name of Product: Buoyancy Compensators used for Scuba …

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Recall Wednesday: Mattress Sets, Hooded Jacket, SCAN Stove, Step2® Basic Rhythms Drums™ & Coby DVD/CD/MP3

Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received since Wednesday, April 21, 2010.  A few hooded sweatshirts, a portable DVD and a Step2 play drum are certainly kid items that you may find in your home.
As a reminder:
In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines(pdf) (which were incorporated into an industry voluntary standard in 1997) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled in the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts.
Be sure to check old hand-me-downs for this!
You can find even more detailed information on all recalled products mentioned below on CPSC.gov. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website.
Smiles
Smarty Pants Mama
PS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you actually have had in your home? I want to hear about it!!! Please share!
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Recall Wednesday: Mares Nemo Air Dive Computers, Baby Walkers and Children’s Hooded Sweatshirts


Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received since Wednesday, April 14, 2010.  Just three this week!  Of course there’s another sweatshirt with drawstrings are being recalled.  {annoyed!}
As a reminder:
In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines(pdf) (which were incorporated into an industry voluntary standard in 1997) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled in the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts.
Be sure to check old hand-me-downs for this!
You can find even more detailed information on all recalled products mentioned below on CPSC.gov. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website.
Smiles
Smarty Pants Mama
PS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you actually have had in your home? I want to hear about it!!! Please share!
Name of Product: Mares Nemo Air Dive Computers
Hazard: An O-ring in the high pressure air …

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Recall Wednesday: Hammary Furniture, Women’s Peacoats, Children’s Snowsuits, Kumma IR Stow & Go Grills, Mecca Jackets,TUSA RS-670 Regulators


Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received since Wednesday, April 7, 2010.  Guess what we’re seeing again????  That’s right, mores sweatshirts with drawstrings are being recalled.  {annoyed!}
As a reminder:
In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines(pdf) (which were incorporated into an industry voluntary standard in 1997) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled in the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts.
Be sure to check old hand-me-downs for this!
You can find even more detailed information on all recalled products mentioned below on CPSC.gov. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website.
Smiles
Smarty Pants Mama
PS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you actually have had in your home? I want to hear about it!!! Please share!
Name of Product: Decorative Wood Chests and Tables
Hazard: The surface coating paint …

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Recall Wednesday: Power Strips, Hooded Jacket, Moshi Power System Jacket, Crate & Barrel Water Bottle, Costco Shelves, Hockey Stick & Gund Book

Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received since Wednesday, March 31, 2010.  MORE sweatshirts with drawstrings are being recalled.  {frustrated!} Again, Burlington Coat Factory has recalled items.  Please think twice when shopping in that store!
In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines(pdf) (which were incorporated into an industry voluntary standard in 1997) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled in the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts. Be sure to check old hand-me-downs for this!
You can find even more detailed information on all recalled products mentioned below on CPSC.gov. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website.
Smiles
Smarty Pants Mama
PS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you actually have had in your home? I want to hear about it!!! Please share!

Name of Product: Indoor and Outdoor Extension Cords and Power Strips

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Recall Wednesday: Ventus Ltd™ /Ventus Team™ Bicycle Aerobars, DuraTech Anchor Plate w/Damper & DuraChimney II Anchor Plate w/Damper, Evenflo Top-of-Stair™ Plus Wood Gates, sweatshirts & more


Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received since Wednesday, March 24, 2010.  Guess what? Yet MORE sweatshirts with drawstrings being recalled.  {rolling my eyes} Additionally, Burlington Coat Factory seems to be the leader of the pack on retailers who attempt to sell this illegal item. 
In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines(pdf) (which were incorporated into an industry voluntary standard in 1997) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled in the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts. Be sure to check old hand-me-downs for this!
You can find even more detailed information on all recalled products mentioned below on CPSC.gov. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website.
Smiles
Smarty Pants Mama
PS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you actually have had in your home? I want to hear about it!!! Please share!
Name of …

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Infant deaths prompt CPSC warning about sling baby carrier!

Smart Mamas:  Please review this important safety warning about using sling baby carriers with babies. Three babies died just last year from being in a baby carrier the incorrect way.  Below is an easy to understand illustration by the CPSC.  Review the illustration and read the more detailed warning at: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10165.html

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