CPSC2007-07-03
Hammock Stands Recalled by The Algoma Net Co. Due to Fall Hazard
Danlong Industries Ltd., of China
Hazard
The foot brackets on the hammock frame can crack or tear, causing a consumer to fall to the ground.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the hammock stands and contact Algoma for instructions on returning the foot brackets for a free replacement. The recalled units should not be returned to the retailer.
Sold at
Kohl's, D.S.I./Supervalu, Fingerhut, Mills Fleet Farm, Shopko Stores, Inc. and Target.com from December 2006 through May 2007 for between $100 and $150.
Affected count
About 3,000
Injuries reported
Algoma has received 28 reports of foot brackets cracking or tearing, including eight reports of users falling to the ground. One consumer reported lower back pain and nerve damage, and one consumer reported cutting her lip.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Hammock Stands
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Algoma at (800) 800-7083 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.algomanet.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Hammock-Stands-Recalled-by-The-Algoma-Net-Co-Due-to-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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