Gilmer Free Press

Recalls - 03.05.10

SHADES BY ETHAN ALLEN
Ethan Allen Global Inc. is recalling Roman Shades sold at Ethan Allen Design Centers since 1999 to December 2009. Strangulation can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the shade.
This recall involves all styles and sizes of Roman shades sold under the Ethan Allen brand name. The shades have no labels or markings making reference to the Ethan Allen brand.
Consumers should contact their local Ethan Allen Design Center for a free repair kit.
Consumers can also contact Ethan Allen at 888.339.9398 between 8:30 AM and 4:45 PM ET Monday through Friday or visit www.ethanallen.com.

CHILDREN’S SWEATSHIRTS
LELE & Company Inc. is recalling Children’s hooded sweatshirt sets with drawstrings sold at various stores in California, Georgia, Illinois, and Florida from August 2008 to August. The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard.
This recall involves hooded sweatshirts sold under the “Maria Elena” and “Eddie” brand names. The sweatshirts were sold in children’s sizes 8 through 14, and have various character designs on the front including “Princess,” “Prince” and “Champion.” Style number 4282 is printed on the back of the tag attached to the label.
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts or return the product to the store where purchased for a refund.
Consumers can also contact LELE at 213.745.8979 between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM PT Monday through Friday, visit www.leleforkids.com.

BOYS’ JACKETS
Ten West Apparel is recalling Boys’ Hooded Jackets sold at Burlington Coat Factory stores nationwide from November 2006 to September 2009. The children’s jackets have drawstrings through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard.
This recall involves Ten 1 West boys’ jackets with a drawstring through the hood. They were sold in size 10/12 and are black cotton with a white fleece lining. “TEN 1 WEST” is printed on a hang tag on the center of the back neck.
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the jacket to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to Burlington Coat Factory or to Ten West Apparel for a full refund.
Consumers can also contact Ten West Apparel at 212.564.1007 between 9 AM and 5 PM ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.burlingtoncoatfactory.com.

CHILDREN’S BRACELETS
Chandigarh Fashion is recalling Children’s Bangles sold in Flushing, NY and Chicago, Ill. from May 2007 to August 2008. The surface coating on the bracelets contains high levels of lead.
This recall involves children’s bangle bracelets. The bracelets which were sold in packets of 24, are gold with stripes of either red, maroon, black, orange or green.
Consumers should return the bracelets to the store where purchased for a full refund.

OUTDOOR LIGHTING FIXTURES
American Electric Lighting is recalling Outdoor Lighting Fixtures sold nationwide from September 2008 to September 2009. Improper wiring in the light fixtures poses a shock hazard.
This recall involves model AVL outdoor lighting fixtures sold under the American Electric Lighting brand name. The light fixtures are intended for use in parking lots, roadways, commercial environments and office communities. “AVL” is printed on the reflector of each light fixture.
Consumers should contact American Electric Lighting at 800.754.0463 between 8 AM and 5 PM ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.americanelectriclighting.com to schedule a free inspection and repair.

CHILDREN’S FORK AND SPOONS
Peachtree Playthings is recalling Scooby Doo, Tweety and Batman Fork and Spoon Sets sold at Dollar Tree Stores and Deals during January 2010. The middle two prongs of the plastic fork can detach, posing a choking hazard.
This recall involves the Scooby Doo, Tweety and Batman plastic fork and spoon sets. The two-piece set is white plastic with cartoon images on the handle.
Consumers should return the item to Dollar Tree or Deals for a full refund.
Consumers can also contact Peachtree Playthings at 800.290.4831 between 9 AM and 5 PM ET Monday through Friday, visit www.peachtreeplaythings.com.

ROMAN SHADES
Lutron Electronics Co. Inc. is recalling Lutron Shading Solutions Roman Shades sold nationwide from January 2000 to August 2009. Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck.
This recall involves all custom-ordered made-to-measure motorized and manual Lutron Shading Solutions Roman shades. “Lutron Shading Solutions” or “Lutron Shading Solutions by VIMCO” is printed on the packaging.
Consumers should contact Lutron Electronics at 866.793.4270 anytime, or visit www.lutron.com/CERUSromans to coordinate the removal, repair, and reinstallation of the shades.

ROLL-UP BLINDS
Meijer is recalling Innovations and “At Home with Meijer” Roman Shades and Roll-Up Blinds sold by Meijer nationwide from January 2004 to December 2009. Both products pose strangulation hazards.
This recall involves all Innovations and “At Home with Meijer” Roman shades and roll-up blinds. The Roman shades are made with fabric or bamboo and the Roll-up blinds with bamboo. A label reading “Innovation” or “At Home with Meijer” can be found under the headrail.
Consumers should contact the Window Covering Safety Council for a free repair kit at 800.506.4636 anytime or visit www.windowcoverings.org.
Consumers can also contact Meijer at 800.927.8699 anytime or visit www.meijer.com.