| Search this site: |
| Free Newsletters |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
||||||
|
Site Map Contact Us About Us What's New? |
| Main Menu | ||||||
| Ask the Pediatrician | ||||||
| Useful Tools | ||||||
| Index of Topics | ||||||
| Pediatric Problems | ||||||
| Parenting Tips | ||||||
| Symptom Guide | ||||||
| Nutrition | ||||||
| Immunizations | ||||||
| Medicine Cabinet | ||||||
| Safety | ||||||
| First Aid | ||||||
| Web Links | ||||||
| Online Resources | ||||||
| What's New | ||||||
| Reviews New! | ||||||
| Growth Charts | ||||||
| Online Forums | ||||||
| Vaccine Schedule | ||||||
| Baby Names Guide | ||||||
| BMI Calculator | ||||||
| Lead Screening | ||||||
| Product Recalls | ||||||
| Height Calculator | ||||||
| Pediatric News | ||||||
|
||||||
 |
||||||
|
||||||
| Main > Search for Recalls > Indoor Product Recalls > | ||||
Academy Sports and Outdoors Recall of Propane Heaters |
||||
(Note: this recall is one of several in a grouped release) CPSC, Academy Sports and Outdoors Announce Recall of Propane HeatersWASHINGTON, D.C. - The announces the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.Name of product: Timber Creek Propane Heaters Units: About 40,400 Manufacturer: Academy Sports and Outdoors, of Katy, Texas Hazard: The heaters can emit high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), posing a risk of CO poisoning to consumers if used indoors. Incidents/Injuries: No injuries have been reported. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries. Description: The heaters have a 6 inch heat reflector and operate with a disposable 16.4-ounce or 14.1-ounce propane tank, sold separately. The product has a chrome neck, a black "on/off" switch, and a black plastic base that houses the propane cylinder. Sold at: "Academy Sports and Outdoors" stores exclusively sold the heaters in Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Texas from Sept. 2001 through May 2003 for about $20. Manufactured in: China Remedy: Return the heaters to any Academy Store for a refund. Consumer Contact: Academy stores at (800) 577-8684 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.academy.com. |
||||
|
 |
 |
|
|
|
Contact Us Updated: August 21, 2003 Shop Online: amazon.com | drugstore.com
Important disclaimer: The information on keepkidshealthy.com is for educational purposes only and should not be considered to be medical advice. It is not meant to replace the advice of the physician who cares for your child. All medical advice and information should be considered to be incomplete without a physical exam, which is not possible without a visit to your doctor. |