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Scubapro®
Recalls MK 20 Scuba Regulators for Service
The following product safety recall was voluntarily con-
ducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers
should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise
instructed.
Name of Product: Scubapro® MK 20 First Stage Regulators
Manufacturer: Scubapro® USA, of El Cajon, Calif.
Hazard: Over-tightening of the Yoke or Din retainer dur-
ing annual servicing of these regulators could result in
a stress crack and failure of the regulator. If this
occurs during a dive, air supply could be interrupted,
posing a drowning hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: No injuries or underwater incidents
have been reported. Scubapro® USA has received eight
reports of units that failed after being serviced.
Description: The recall involves first stage regulators
that are marked with the Scubapro brand and identified
as the MK20.
Sold at: Authorized Scubapro® dealers nationwide from
January 1996 through December 2001 for about $260.
Manufactured in: Italy and United States.
Remedy: Scubapro® USA has been providing a service up-
grade kit via the authorized dealer network since May
2005 which contains a Yoke or Din retainer that
prohibits over-tightening during annual service. Con-
sumers can easily identify if the service upgrade has
been completed by counting the vents on the plastic
saddle located on the regulator. If the service upgrade
has not been completed, the consumer should bring the
regulator to any authorized Scubapro® dealer to have
the service upgrade completed free of charge.
Consumer Contact: For assistance in locating the near-
est authorized Scubapro® dealer or for more information,
contact Scubapro® USA toll-free at (800) 731-6685 between
8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or go to the
firm’s Web site at www.scubapro-uwatec.com
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FreeMotion Fitness Inc.
Recalls Exercise Machines
Weights Can Unexpectedly Drop, Hit Users
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Com-
mission, in cooperation with the firms named below, today
announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer
product. Consumers should stop using recalled products
immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Products: FreeMotion Cable Cross and Dual Cable
Cross Exercise Machines
Distributor: FreeMotion Fitness Inc., of Colorado Springs,
Colo.
Hazard: The selector pin for the weight plates can slip
out of its slot if the edges of the pin are worn, allow-
ing the weights to drop suddenly. Falling weight plates
can hit consumers using the machines.
Incidents/Injuries: FreeMotion has received nine reports
of consumers receiving contusions to the head and
shoulders from falling weights after pins disengaged.
Description: The recall includes FreeMotion Cable Cross
and Dual Cable Cross Exercise Machines with model numbers
GZFM6006 and GZFM6024. The recalled machines can be
identified by the name Cable Cross located on the upper
frame. The FreeMotion Cable Cross machines are used to
exercise by pulling on cables on each side of the machine
to raise a series of weight plates. The arms where the
cables enter the machine can be moved through an arc using
13 position points spaced from straight down to straight
up. An enclosed weight stack is situated directly in front
of the user for selection of the amount of weight to be
raised.
Sold by: Exercise specialty stores nationwide and through
direct sales from FreeMotion from December 1999 through
May 2006 for between $3,750 and $4,500.
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these machines and
contact FreeMotion Fitness to receive a free repair kit.
Consumer Contact: Call FreeMotion Fitness Inc. at (800)
201-2109 between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. ET Monday through
Friday.
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I'm Walking Here....
Here's an item (the Telescopic Walking Stick) that I never
really thought I would use. But I decided to try it out
when we went for a walk along a trail a few weeks ago.
It was fun to use.... yes I said fun. When we would come up
to a stream, I would poke at things in it. I also used it
when I wanted to venture off the beaten path, just to make
sure that there were no snakes in front of me. Believe it or
not, it made the walk more enjoyable. Check it out and the
unbelievable low price.
Normal Price: $19.99
DEAL PRICE: $8.27
Whether you're an avid hiker or just looking for a little
extra help walking around, the Telescopic Walking Stick is
just what you need. It's fully adjustable to fit your height
and the spring loaded shaft helps reduce strain on your wrists,
back, knees, legs and feet. With a built in compass it will get
you through hard rocky terrain or just across the street.
Make Walking Fun with The Walking Stick
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CPSC Welcomes Sears Holdings to Retailer Reporting Program
System Provides Early Warning Hazard Information
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Com-
mission (CPSC) announced today that after a trial period,
Sears Holdings Corp. is now taking part in a specialized
reporting program developed for retailers. Sears Holdings
is the nation’s third largest broadline retailer and
operates Sears and Kmart stores.
“We are pleased that Sears Holdings has signed on to
follow the reporting model,” said Acting Chairman Nancy
Nord. “Under this program, CPSC gets a wealth of detailed
safety information on products sold at Sears, Roebuck and
Kmart stores. This information helps both of us identify
possible safety hazards more quickly.”
Under this reporting model, retailers agree to provide
CPSC with regular weekly reports of safety-related
information. The retailer analyzes and identifies
incidents that involve serious injuries or hazards. The
retailer simultaneously provides the same safety informa-
tion to the manufacturer or supplier of the product.
Retailers will report within 24 hours to the agency if
they learn of an incident that results in a death or if
a product is withdrawn from the market for safety
reasons.
“By adopting this reporting program we can more easily
meet our responsibilities as a retailer and better serve
our customers to help ensure the safety of the products
they purchase for their homes and families,” said Chris
Brathwaite, divisional vice president, corporate public
relations for Sears Holdings. “Our commitment to product
safety is a longstanding and continuing priority.”
Sears Holdings joins Wal-Mart as a participant in the
voluntary reporting program. Wal-Mart has been par-
ticipating in the program since October 2004.
The Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSA) requires manu-
facturers, importers, distributors and retailers to
report to CPSC information about potentially hazardous
products (15 U.S.C. § 2064(b). Generally, a firm must
notify CPSC if it obtains information that suggests
one of its products contains a defect that could create
a substantial product hazard; presents an unreasonable
risk of serious injury or death; or violates a mandatory
standard issued under the CPSA. More information on
reporting unsafe products is available from the CPSC’s
Office of Compliance and Field Operations at 301-504-7913
or at www.cpsc.gov
About Sears Holdings Corp.
Sears Holdings Corp. is the nation's third largest broad-
line retailer, with approximately $55 billion in annual
revenues, and with approximately 3,800 full-line and
specialty retail stores in the United States and Canada.
Sears Holdings is the leading home appliance retailer as
well as a leader in tools, lawn and garden, home
electronics and automotive repair and maintenance. Key
proprietary brands include Kenmore, Craftsman and DieHard,
and a broad apparel offering, including such well-known
labels as Lands' End, Jaclyn Smith and Joe Boxer, as well
as the Apostrophe and Covington brands. It also has Martha
Stewart Everyday products, which are offered exclusively
in the U.S. by Kmart and in Canada by Sears Canada. The
company is the nation's largest provider of home services,
with more than 13 million service calls made annually. For
more information, visit Sears Holdings' Web site at
www.searsholdings.com.
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