June 15, 2007
 
RECALLS THIS WEEK: Fire Sprinklers Can Fail to Operate...and Other Recalls
 
By HNN Staff
with information from www.recalls.org
 
Globe Fire Sprinkler Corp. is recalling Globe Model J Series Dry Fire Sprinklers sold nationwide from January 1990 to December 1999. The sprinkler heads can deteriorate over time and fail to operate in a fire.
 
Model J Series dry fire sprinklers come in pendent, upright, and sidewall configurations. The name "Globe,” the letter "J” and the year of manufacture (1990 though 1999) are embossed on the frame of each sprinkler.
 
Contact Globe at (800) 248-0278 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, to arrange to receive replacement sprinkler heads or visit www.globesprinkler.com and click on the "Recall" link. More info at www.recalls.org.
 
EARRINGS SOLD AT KMART CONTAIN LEAD
 
Kmart is recalling “Accessories” Silver Stud Earring Sets sold exclusively at Kmart stores from October 2004 to March 2007. The recalled earrings contain high levels of lead.
 
The earrings are oval-shaped, silver-colored studs. “ACCESSORIES” is printed on the front of the earrings’ packaging. Kmart is printed on the back.
 
Consumers should return the earrings to any Kmart store for a free replacement.
 
Consumers can also contact Kmart at (800) 659-7026 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Saturday, or visit http://www.kmartcorp.com/corp/product_recall/bluelight/indexicons.stm. More info at www.recalls.org.
 
BICYCLE FORKS CAN BREAK
 
Cannondale Bicycle Corp. is recalling Mountain Bicycles with Lefty Speed SL and Lefty Speed DLR Forks sold nationwide from June 2006 to May 2007. The forks can break during use causing the rider to lose control of the bicycle, fall and suffer serious injuries.
 
Description: The carbon or aluminum bicycle forks were sold on Cannondale mountain bicycles. Visit www.recalls.org for a complete list of the recalled bicycles.
 
Cannondale dealers will repair these forks at no charge.
 
Consumers can also contact Cannondale at 800- BIKEUSA (245-3872) between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit http://www.cannondale.com/tech_center/recalls/en_recalls.html. More info at www.recalls.org.
 
THOMAS & FRIENDS TOYS CONTAIN LEAD
 
RC2 Corp. is recalling various Thomas & Friends™ Wooden Railway Toys sold nationwide from January 2005 to June 2007. Surface paints on the recalled products contain lead.
 
The recall involves wooden vehicles, buildings and other train set components for young children. Visit www.recalls.org for a complete list of the recalled toys. The front of the packaging has the logo “Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway” on the upper left-hand corner. A manufacturing code may be located on the bottom of the product or inside the battery cover. Toys marked with codes containing “WJ” or “AZ” are not included in this recall.
 
Consumers should contact RC2 Corp. at (866) 725-4407 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Thursday and between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. CT Friday, for a replacement toy or visit recalls.rc2.com. More info at www.recalls.org.
 
DISHWASHERS CAN OVERHEAT
 
Asko Cylinda is recalling DW95 Series Dishwashers sold nationwide from January 1995 to April 2000. An electrical component in the dishwasher can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
 
The recalled dishwashers include the ASKO model series DW95 with model numbers 1355, 1375, 1385, 1475, 1485, 1555, 1585, 1595, 1655, 1805, 1885, and 1895. The model number and serial numbers are printed on the name plate on the right interior side of the dishwasher door.
 
Consumers should contact Asko at (866) 309-9921 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday to arrange for a free inspection or visit http://www.askousa.com/customercare/recall.php. More info at www.recalls.org.
 
CHILDREN’S SANDALS AND JACKETS POSE CHOKING HAZARD
 
Nordstrom Inc. is recalling Children’s Calypso Sandals sold nationwide during February 2007. The jewel decorations on the shoes can detach, posing a choking hazard.
 
This recall involves Nordstrom brand sandals sold in toddler and little girl ’s sizes. The Calypso-style shoes are tan and white with gold straps that have three jeweled flowers on the top. “Nordstrom” and a flower pattern are embossed on the upper sole of the shoes. Toddler sizes were sold with an ankle strap.
 
Consumers return the recalled sandals to any Nordstrom store.
 
Consumers can also contact Nordstrom at (888) 282-6060 anytime, or visit www.nordstrom.com
 
Nordstrom Inc. is also recalling Pine Peak Blues Children’s Jackets sold nationwide from November 2006 to April 2007. The zipper pull can detach from the jacket’s zipper posing a choking hazard.
 
The recalled jackets were sold in infant, toddler and youth sizes. They are navy-colored and long-sleeved. They have a zipper-front with the flag of England embroidered on the left shoulder and an “England” patch on the left chest. There are two zipper front pockets in addition to the zipper front. “Pine Peak Blues” is printed on a label inside the jacket.
 
Consumers should return the jacket to any Nordstrom store for a full refund.
 
Consumers can also contact Nordstrom at (800) 933-3365 anytime or visit the www.nordstrom.com. More info at www.recalls.org.