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Lester Electrical Recalls Links Series Chargers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
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TJX Recalls Barstools Due to Fall Hazard; Sold at HomeGoods, Marshalls and T.J. Maxx Stores: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/TJX-Recalls-Barstools-Due-to-Fall-Hazard-Sold-at-HomeGoods-Marshalls-and-TJ-Maxx-Stores
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Lester Electrical Recalls Links Series Chargers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
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Recall Date: September 6, 2018
Recall Number: 18-217
Recall Summary
Name of Product:
Links Series chargers models 28080, 28090 and 28100
Hazard:
The control board can fail and overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy: Repair
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chargers and contact Lester Electrical to receive a free replacement control board or schedule a free repair.
Consumer Contact:
Lester Electrical at 800-295-2086 from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at service@lesterelectrical.com or online at www.lesterelectrical.com and click on “Service & Support” and then “Links Series Field Action” for more information.
Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Lester-Electrical-Recalls-Links-Series-Chargers-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards
Recall Details
Units:
About 19,000
Description:
This recall involves Links Series chargers with model numbers 28080, 28090 or 28100. The chargers are used with golf carts. The recalled chargers are black or aluminum and measure approximately 11 inches long by 8 ¾ inches wide by 9 ½ inches tall. “Lester Electrical” and “Links Series” are printed on the front of the recalled chargers along with a picture of a golfer. The recalled chargers were manufactured between week 29 of 2014 and week 48 of 2016. The date code is embedded in the serial number as the first four digits with the first and second digits representing the week and the third and fourth digits representing the year. The serial and model numbers are printed on the ratings label on the back of the charger.
Model Numbers
Serial Number Range
28080
2914XXXXX through 4816XXXXX
28090
28100
Incidents/Injuries:
The firm has received 12 reports of failed control boards that showed signs of overheating or burning. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At:
Direct from Lester Electrical and distributors and online at www.GolfCartGarage.com from July 2014 through November 2016 for about $400.
Manufacturer(s):
Lester Electrical, of Lincoln, Neb.
Manufactured In:
U.S.
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TJX Recalls Barstools Due to Fall Hazard; Sold at HomeGoods, Marshalls and T.J. Maxx Stores:
Recall Date: September 6, 2018
Recall Number: 18-216
Recall Summary
Name of Product:
Swivel barstools
Hazard:
The wood joints on the barstool can break; posing a fall hazard.
Remedy: Refund
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled barstools and return them to any Home Goods, Marshalls or T.J. Maxx store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact:
HomeGoods at 800-888-0776 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.homegoods.com and click on Customer Service at the bottom of the page.
Marshalls toll-free at 888-627-7425 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.marshallsonline.com and click on Customer Service at the bottom of the page.
T.J. Maxx at 800-926-6299 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.tjmaxx.com then click on Contact Us at the bottom of the page.
Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/TJX-Recalls-Barstools-Due-to-Fall-Hazard-Sold-at-HomeGoods-Marshalls-and-TJ-Maxx-Stores
Recall Details
Units:
About 1,100 (in addition, about 500 were sold in Canada)
Description:
This recall involves TJX swivel barstools with a beige, blue or gray fabric back and seat, and wooden legs. The barstools measure about18 inches wide, 22.8 inches deep and 40.9 inches high. One of the following tag numbers is printed on the product hang tag: 081578, 081582, 081586, 081640, 081643, 081651, 081656, 081658, 081660, 527110, 527113 , 527118, 527121, 527126, 527128, 533088, 726376, 726377, 726380, 726386, 726387 and 726393.
Incidents/Injuries:
The firm has received four reports of the barstool breaking, including three reports of minor injuries.
Sold At:
HomeGoods, Marshalls and T.J. Maxx stores nationwide from September 2017 through December 2017 for between $100 and $130.
Importer(s):
The TJX Companies Inc., of Framingham, Mass.
Manufactured In:
China
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