Hammock Stands Recalled by The Algoma Net Co. Due to Fall Hazard

危险说明 Hazard

• The foot brackets on the hammock frame can crack or tear, causing a consumer to fall to the ground.

受影响产品

官方描述 Description

The recall includes Algoma hammock stands model numbers 6250, 6250BH, and 6290W88B. They were sold with a cotton rope hammock with wood spreader bars and attached chains. The frame is made of steel and has five separate tubular pieces, including two foot brackets. The model number is located at the top of the instruction sheet that was provided with the hammock stand.

事故与伤害 Incidents / Injuries

• 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.

官方补救措施 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.

消费者联系信息

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

相关企业

制造商：Danlong Industries Ltd., of China

制造国家/地区：China

进口商：The Algoma Net Co., of Algoma, Wis.

零售商：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.