CPSC2010-03-04
Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades by Ethan Allen
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Hazard
Strangulation can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the shade or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck. Also, strangulation can occur when a child's neck become entangled on the free-standing loop.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled Roman shades immediately and contact their local Ethan Allen Design Center for a free repair kit.
Sold at
Ethan Allen Design Centers since at least 1999 through December 2009. Most are priced between $400 and $1,000.
Affected count
About 163,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Roman Shades
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Ethan Allen toll-free at (888) 339-9398 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, contact the local Ethan Allen Design Center, or visit the firm's web site at www.ethanallen.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Risk-of-Strangulation-Prompts-Recall-to-Repair-Roman-Shades-by-Ethan-AllenDon't want to check this manually?
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