Recalled Products that create a fire issue

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5. Campbell Hausfeld Recalls Air Compressors Following Fires

NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 31, 2008
Release #08-181

Firm's Recall Hotline: [phone]
CPSC Recall Hotline: [phone]
CPSC Media Contact: [phone]

Campbell Hausfeld Recalls Air Compressors Following Fires

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Campbell Hausfeld and Husky Air Compressors

Units: About 233,000

Importer: Campbell Hausfeld, of Harrison, Ohio

Hazard: Protective covers on the compressor's motor are not made from
proper flame retardant material and can ignite, posing a fire hazard to
consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 11 reports of fires. No
injuries have been reported.

Description: The recall involves the following Campbell Hausfeld and
Husky brand air compressors:

Capacity - Model Numbers - Serial Numbers
8-15 gallon - HL410100, HL421000 HL421500, HL431500 - The first four
digits of the serial number indicate a date code from July 2005 (0705)
through March 2007 (0307)

4 gallon - HL5402 - Have a prefix of HY, KB, or HU followed by a date
code
from November 2006 (1106) through November 2007 (1107)

The model and serial number are located on the back of the tank.

Sold at: Home improvement and hardware stores nationwide from September
2005 through November 2007 for between $170 and $200.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the air compressor immediately and
contact Campbell Hausfeld for a free repair kit.

Consumer Contact: For further information, contact Campbell Hausfeld at
[phone] between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or
visit the firm's Web site at www.chpower.com

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the
recalled product, please go to:
www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08181.html

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This message consists of the following:

1. Christmas Tree Shops Recalls Tea Light Candles Due to Fire Hazard

2. Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Recalled By Soft Air USA Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

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1. Christmas Tree Shops Recalls Tea Light Candles Due to Fire Hazard


NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 12, 2008
Release #08-191

Firm's Recall Hotline: [phone]
CPSC Recall Hotline: [phone]
CPSC Media Contact: [phone]

Christmas Tree Shops Recalls Tea Light Candles Due to Fire Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: "Embers" Tea Light Candles

Units: About 146,000

Retailer: Christmas Tree Shops Inc., of South Yarmouth, Mass.

Hazard: The tea light candles have a clear, plastic shell that can melt or ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 13 reports of the plastic shells of the tea light candles igniting or melting, causing minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The recalled tea light candles were sold in the colors and quantities listed below. The individual candles are 1 1/2 inches in diameter and 5/8 inches high. The recall includes the following models:

Model Name and UPC
Embers Multi-colored Spring Tea Lights (50-count package) - 13826864
Embers Red/Green/White Tea Lights (50-count package) - 14508462
Embers White Daydream Tea Lights (8-count package) - 13838218
Embers Celebrate White Tea Lights (8-count package) - 14327056
Embers Daydream Tea Lights (8-count package) - 14326998
Embers Vanilla Tea Lights (8-count package) - 14327100

The model name, UPC and country of manufacture are printed on a label located on the product's packaging.

Sold at: Christmas Tree Shops retail locations in the New England and Mid-Atlantic regions from January 2004 through November 2007 for between $1 and $5.

Manufactured in: China and Hong Kong. Embers Tea Light Candles manufactured elsewhere are not subject to this recall.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately and return them to any Christmas Tree Shops location for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Christmas Tree Shops toll-free at [phone] between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.christmastreeshops.com

To see this release on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to:
www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08191.html


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2. Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Recalled By Soft Air USA Due to Fire and Burn Hazards


NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 12, 2008
Release #08-190

Firm's Recall Hotline: [phone]
CPSC Recall Hotline: [phone]
CPSC Media Contact: [phone]

Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Recalled By Soft Air USA Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys

Units: About 30,000

Importer: Soft Air USA Inc., of Grapevine, Texas

Hazard: The rechargeable battery contained inside the helicopter can catch fire during charging, igniting the helicopter and nearby combustible materials. This poses a burn or fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: Soft Air USA has received six reports of helicopters igniting, including one minor injury.

Description: This recall involves the remote-controlled helicopter toy "Fun2Fly Microcopter" with item number 91001. The helicopter comes with a transmitter that controls and recharges the helicopter. The helicopter is made of foam and plastic and measures about 6 ½ inches by 2 ½ inches. The transmitter measures about 4 1/2 inches by 5 inches. "Fun2Fly" and "Microcopter" are printed on the packaging. The item number is printed above the UPC label.

Sold at: Sporting goods stores and other retailers nationwide from May 2007 through December 2007 for about $30.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy helicopter and return it to the retailer where it was purchased for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Soft Air USA collect at [phone] between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or e-mail the company at [e-mail]

To see this release on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to:
www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08190.html

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1. Polaris Industries Expands Recall of ATVs Due to Fire Hazard

NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 14, 2008
Release #08-193

Firm's Recall Hotline: [phone]
CPSC Recall Hotline: [phone]
CPSC Media Contact: [phone]

Polaris Industries Expands Recall of ATVs Due to Fire Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Polaris All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)

Units: About 95,000 (45,000 units recalled in June 2005)

Manufacturer: Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.

Hazard: The ATVs can have defective Electronic Control Modules (ECM)
that overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to riders.

Incidents/Injuries: Since the original recall announced in June 2005,
Polaris has received 372 additional reports of smoking and/or melted
ECMs on the recalled ATVs, and 20 reports of fires, nine of which
involved property damage beyond the ATV. No injuries have been reported.


Description: This recall involves select 2005 through 2006 model Polaris
Sportsman and Scrambler 500 ATVs. The model and serial numbers are
printed on a decal attached to the front side of the radiator
(Sportsman) or the top of the front cab cover (Scrambler 500). Serial
numbers are permanently stamped into the left frame rail behind the left
front wheel. The recalled models are listed on the chart below.

Model - Year - Market - Name - Model - Number -

2004 - SPRTSMN 500 - A04CH50AO
2004 - SPRTSMN 500 - A04CH50AR
2004 - SPRTSMN 500 - A04CH50AS
2005 - INT 500 HO - A05MH50FB

2005 - SCRMBLR 500 4X4 - A05BG50AA
2005 - SPRTSMN 400 - A05MH42AB
2005 - SPRTSMN 400 - A05MH42AG
2005 - SPRTSMN 400 - A05MH42AH

2005 - SPRTSMN 500 - A05MH50AB
2005 - SPRTSMN 500 - A05MH50AC
2005 - SPRTSMN 500 - A05MH50AG
2005 - SPRTSMN 500 - A05MH50AH

2005 - SPRTSMN 500 - A05MH50AL
2005 - SPRTSMN 500 - A05MH50AT
2005 - SPRTSMN 600 - A05MH59AK
2005 - SPRTSMN 600 - A05MH59AN

2005 - SPRTSMN 6X6 - A05CL50AA
2005 - SPRTSMN 6X6 MIL - A05CL50MA
2005 - SPRTSMN 700 - A05MH68AD
2005 - SPRTSMN 700 - A05MH68AK

2005 - SPRTSMN 700 - A05MH68AN
2005 - SPRTSMN 700 MIL - A05MH68MB
2005 - SPRTSMN MV7 - A05MH68AP
2005 - SPRTSMN MV7 - A05MH68CA

2005 - SPRTSMN MV7 - A05MH68MA
2006 - INT SPTSMAN 500 - A06MH50FB
2006 - SCRMBLR 500 4X4 - A06BG50AA
2006 - SPRTSMN 450 - A06MH46AA

2006 - SPRTSMN 450 - A06MH46AC
2006 - SPRTSMN 450 - A06MH46AD
2006 - SPRTSMN 450 - A06MH46AF
2006 - SPRTSMN 450 - A06MH46AT

2006 - SPRTSMN 500 - A06MH50AA
2006 - SPRTSMN 500 - A06MH50AB
2006 - SPRTSMN 500 - A06MH50AD
2006 - SPRTSMN 500 - A06MH50AF

2006 - SPRTSMN 6X6 - A06CL50AA
2006 - SPRTSMN 700 - A06MH68AA
2006 - SPRTSMN 700 - A06MH68AD
2006 - SPRTSMN 700 - A06MH68AF

Sold at: Polaris dealers nationwide from July 2004 through January 2008
for between $3,800 and $7,900.

Manufactured in: United States

Remedy: Consumers should disconnect the negative (black) battery cable
from the battery when the ATV is not in use. Consumers should contact
their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners
received direct mail notification of this recall.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Polaris toll-free
at [phone] between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or
visit the firm's Web site at www.polarisindustries.com

To see this release on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the
recalled product, please go to:
www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08193.html

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1. Cinderella Battery-Powered Toy Cars Recalled by Dumar International
USA Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 19, 2008
Release #08-195

Firm's Recall Hotline: [phone]
CPSC Recall Hotline: [phone]
CPSC Media Contact: [phone]

Cinderella Battery-Powered Toy Cars Recalled by Dumar International USA
Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Cinderella 12-Volt Electric Ride-On Vehicles

Units: About 64,000

Manufacturer: Dumar International USA, of Franklin, Mass.

Hazard: The wires under the hood of the car and/or in the battery
compartment under the seat can short circuit, posing a fire and burn
hazard to children riding in the car.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm and CPSC are aware of 40 incidents of the
toy car's wires overheating. In several incidents, smoke was seen coming
out from underneath the seat area where the battery is located. In one
incident, flames shot from under the hood while a 4-year-old girl was
riding the vehicle. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The electric ride-on toy resembles the Pontiac Solstice. It
is light blue and has Cinderella graphics on the front and sides. The
wheels, steering wheel and two seats are pink. The white dashboard may
contain an optional radio. "Pontiac Solstice" is printed on the back of
the car. "Walt Disney's Cinderella Special Edition" is printed on the
license plate. It is designed for children 4 to 7 years old.

Sold at: Wal-Mart stores nationwide from August 2005 through February
2006 for about $200.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy cars away
from children and contact Dumar International for a free retrofit kit,
including a new battery.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dumar
International at [phone] between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dumarusa.com

To see this release on CPSC's web site, including a picture of the
recalled product, please go to:
www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08195.html

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 21, 2008
Release #08-199

Firm's Recall Hotline: [phone]
CPSC Recall Hotline: [phone]
CPSC Media Contact: [phone]

Rinnai Recalls Wall Furnaces Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Direct-Vent Wall Furnaces, Models RHFE 431 and RHFE 556

Units: About 52,000

Manufacturer: Rinnai America Corp., of Peachtree City, Ga.

Hazard: A gasket in the unit can fail, posing a risk of poisonous carbon
monoxide gas leaking into the home.

Incidents/Injuries: Rinnai has received 11 reports of carbon monoxide
leaking from the furnace. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The recall involves Rinnai EnergySaver Direct-Vent Wall
Furnaces, Models RHFE 431 and RHFE 556. They are either natural gas or
LP gas (propane) fueled. The following model numbers are included in the
recall:

Model RHFE-431: FAIII-N, FAIII-P, WTA-N, WTA-P, WTA-72B-N, WTA-76B-N

Model RHFE-556: FAIII-N, FAIII-P, WTA-N, WTA-P

The model number is printed on the top of the rating plate located on
the right side of the unit. The recall includes only those units
manufactured from February 2000 through December 2007. The manufacturing
date code is the first four digits of the serial number, written as YY
MM, and is located at the bottom of the rating plate.

Sold through: Wholesale distributors nationwide to contractors and
dealers from February 2000 through December 2007 for between $1,600 and
$1,900.

Manufactured in: Japan

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the furnace immediately and contact
the firm to arrange for the installation of a free repair kit.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Rinnai toll-free
at [phone] anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at
www.wallfurnacerecall.com

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the
recalled products, please go to:
www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08199.html

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting
the public from unreasonable risks of serious injury or death from more
than 15,000 types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction.
Deaths, injuries and property damage from consumer product incidents
cost the nation more than $800 billion annually. The CPSC is committed
to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire,
electrical, chemical, or mechanical hazard. The CPSC's work to ensure
the safety of consumer products - such as toys, cribs, power tools,
cigarette lighters, and household chemicals - contributed significantly
to the decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with
consumer products over the past 30 years.

To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury, call CPSC's
hotline at [phone] or CPSC's teletypewriter at [phone], or
visit CPSC's web site at www.cpsc.gov/talk.html. To join a CPSC email
subscription list, please go to www.cpsc.gov/cpsclist.aspx.
Consumers can obtain this release and recall information at CPSC's Web
site at www.cpsc.gov.

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NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 4, 2008
Release #08-205

Firm's Recall Hotline: [phone] x2345
CPSC Recall Hotline: [phone]
CPSC Media Contact: [phone]

LDR Industries Recalls Gas Connectors Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: LDR 1200 Series Gas Connectors

Units: About 50,000

Importer: LDR Industries Inc., of Chicago, Ill.

Manufacturer: Sai lin Ke, of Beijing, China

Hazard: The gas connectors can leak propane or natural gas, posing a
fire and explosion hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recalled LDR series 1200 gas connectors have 3/8 inch
fine thread nuts attached. The connectors are used primarily with gas
space heaters. The brass nuts are gold colored while the stainless steel
tube is silver colored. The following connectors are included in this
recall. The UPC code and "LDR 1200 Series Gas Connector" are printed on
the product's packaging.

Recalled Gas Connectors
Length UPC Code
12 inches 019442405489
16 inches 019442019464
22 inches 019442018917
30 inches 019442405496
34 inches 019442018900
46 inches 019442018894
60 inches 019442400224
72 inches 019442405731

Sold at: Hardware stores in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Alabama,
Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee, and Florida from August 2007 through
September 2007 for between $7 and $20.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the appliance with the
recalled gas connectors. Only a qualified professional, such as a
plumber, heating contractor or gas company technician, should check the
connectors and replace them. Contact LDR Industries or the place of
purchase for instructions on returning the connectors for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact LDR at (800)
545-5230 ext. 2345 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday,
or visit the firm's Web site at www.ldrind.com

To see this release on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the
recalled product, please go to:
www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08205.html

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2. JCPenney Recalls Cooks Deep Fryers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 11, 2008
Release #08-216

Firm's Recall Hotline: [phone]
CPSC Recall Hotline: [phone]
CPSC Media Contact: [phone]

JCPenney Recalls Cooks Deep Fryers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Cooks Deep Fryers

Units: About 27,000

Importer: JCPenney, of Plano, Texas

Hazard: The deep fryer has a faulty heating element which can cause it
to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: JCPenney is aware of five incidents involving the
deep fryers, including one report of a minor burn and three reports of
damaged countertops.

Description: The Cooks deep fryer has a brushed stainless steel
exterior, a wire mesh basket with a handle, a lid with a window and
black handles. The deep fryer has a 1/3-gallon capacity. "Cooks" is
stamped on the side of the deep fryer. Model number 22016 is printed on
the bottom of the deep fryer.

Sold exlusively at: JCPenney's stores nationwide, catalog and at
www.jcp.com from August 2007 through January 2008 for about $50.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the deep fryer and
return it to the nearest JCPenney store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact JCPenney toll-free
at [phone] anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.jcp.com

To see this release on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the
recalled product, please go to:
www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08216.html

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1. NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 19, 2008
Release #08-227

Salton's Recall Hotline: [phone]
CPSC Recall Hotline: [phone]
CPSC Media Contact: [phone]

Salton Inc. Recalls Electric Toasters Due to Fire Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Electric Toasters

Units: About 12,000

Distributor: Salton Inc., of Lake Forest, Ill.

Hazard: The toaster can turn on without bread in the slots and ignite
items placed on top of it, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: None.

Description: This recall involves the chrome two-slice electric toasters
sold under the following brands: Farberware (model # FCT200 or FCT100),
Hoffritz (model # HZT2 and HZT2M), and Russell Hobbs (model #RH2MT). The
brand name and model number are printed on a plate located on the
underside of the toaster.

Sold by: Online and retail liquidators nationwide from January 2000
through December 2007 for between $40 and $50.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the toaster immediately, unplug it,
and cut off the power cord where it enters the body of the toaster.
Consumers who return the power cord in the prepaid envelope that will be
provided will receive a full refund.

Consumer Contact: Contact Salton at [phone] between 8:30 a.m. and
5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at
www.esalton.com

Note: About 13,000 toasters of similar model were recalled by QVC in
December 2007.

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including a picture of the
recalled product, please go to:
www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08227.html