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Gladiator GarageWorks Annual Green Your Garage Sale, which runs from July 19, 2010 – August 16, 2010, is offering $150 off and free home delivery of the Chillerator garage refrigerator, the only ENERGY STAR qualified refrigerator on the market built to handle the extreme temperatures and humidity of the garage.  Additionally, it is offering $75 [...]

Name of Product: Kuuma IR Stow and Go Grills Units: About 4,600 Importer: Eastwind Industries Inc., of San Leandro, Calif. Hazard: If the fuel container is not completely threaded on the regulator during installation, the propane tanks can leak fuel. This poses a fire hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: Eastwind Industries has received three reports of [...]

Name of Product: Perfect Flame SLG Series Gas Grills Units: About 663,000 in the United States and about 1,700 in Canada Importer: L G Sourcing, Inc., of North Wilkesboro, N.C. Manufacturer: Lucas Innovation Inc., of China Hazard: The burners can deteriorate causing irregular flames and the lids of some models can catch fire, posing fire [...]

Name of Product: Blue Ember Gas Grills Units: About 88,000 units in the United States (47,000 gas grills were previously recalled in October 2008) and 25,000 in Canada Importer: Fiesta Gas Grills, of Dickson, Tenn. Manufacturers: Unisplendor Corp., of China and Keesung Corp., of China Hazard: The hose of the gas tank can get too [...]

Name of Product: Blue Ember Gas Grills Units: About 88,000 units in the United States (47,000 gas grills were previously recalled in October 2008) and 25,000 in Canada Importer: Fiesta Gas Grills, of Dickson, Tenn. Manufacturers: Unisplendor Corp., of China and Keesung Corp., of China Hazard: The hose of the gas tank can get too [...]

Summer, the Fourth of July and barbecue, they all come together to create happy memories. Don’t let an accident spoil your summer fun; read these tips from HPBA (Hearth, Patio, Barbecue Association) and be prepared for a great Holiday and summer. * Read the owner’s manual. Always read the owner’s manual before using your grill [...]

Name of Product: Wagner Paint Sprayers Units: About 35,000 Importer: Wagner Spray Tech Corp., of Plymouth, Minn. Hazard: The on-off switch can be dislodged from the casing, resulting in exposure of electrical connections. This can pose an electrical shock hazard to the consumer. Incidents/Injuries: There have been no reported incidents or injuries. Description: This recall [...]

The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) has serious concerns with a premature rush to 15 percent ethanol (E15) or other mid-level fuel blends as being suggested by pro-ethanol producers. Without a formal waiver process through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and a continued misinterpretation of test results from a recent Department of Energy (DOE) report, [...]

I know, Spring is almost here – you don’t want to think about heavy snow and getting out of the driveway – but some local stores are trying to sell off their inventory of snowblowers.  This might be your best chance to snag a blower that will make next Winter’s snow removal a breeze.  Well, [...]

Name of Product: Ryobi Corded Circular Saws Units: About 12,400 Manufacturer: One World Technologies Inc., of Anderson, S.C. Hazard: The return spring on the circular saw’s lower blade guard can break, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: This recall involves Ryobi corded circular saws with the following model numbers: CSB123, CSB133L, [...]

Name of Product: Toro Power Sweep Electric Blowers Units: About 900,000 Manufacturer: The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn. Hazard: The blower’s impeller, which is a rotating component on the blower, can break, resulting in pieces of plastic flying out of the blower. This poses a risk of serious injury to the user or a bystander. [...]

Get ready for summer now:  Dacor is launching a contest to find the dirtiest grill in America. Its owner will receive a new Dacor Epicure 36-inch Outdoor Grill and Grill Cart and a year’s supply of Scott Shop Towels. The contest is being promoted at barbeque competitions and football tailgate parties across the country, and [...]

Name of Product: Blue Ember Gas Grills Units: About 47,000 Importer: Fiesta Gas Grills, of Dickson, Tenn. Manufacturers: Keesung Manufacturing Co. Ltd. and Unisplendor Corp., of China Hazard: The gas grills can be assembled improperly exposing the gas burner hoses to excessive heat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: Fiesta has received 14 [...]

Now those of you living in high-rise condominiums can grill without worries. Fuego has launched the industry’s first outdoor, electric plug-in grill with an island configuration. Now you can entertain outdoors on the terrace or roof garden without the hazard of an open flame. The Fuego 02 Electric features a powerful coil heating element with a [...]

Name of Product: MasterForce 3.6-volt Cordless Screwdrivers Units: About 42,000 Importer: Menards, of Eau Claire, Wisc. Manufacturer: Great Star Industry Co., of China Hazard: The battery can overheat and ignite during charging, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. There is no protective device on the lithium battery to prevent overheating. Incidents/Injuries: The firm [...]

The End of Season sales are a good time to replace that old mower you’ve been dragging out all summer.  Newer models are more energy efficient and the gas models burn cleaner too.  Before you head out to your local home store, take a few minutes to brush up on your lawn mower knowledge. One of your first [...]

Name of Product: Perfect Flame Double Lid Four Burner Gas Grills Units: About 24,000 Retailer: Lowe’s Home Centers, Inc., of North Wilkesboro, N.C. and Lowe’s HIW, Inc., of Tukwila, Wash. Manufacturer: Lucas Innovation Inc., of China Hazard: The cooking chamber of the grill can melt and/or ignite, posing a risk of fires and burn injuries [...]

Name of Product: DEWALT DC608 Cordless Brad Nailers Units: About 14,000 Manufacturer: DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md. Hazard: The nailer can operate when the lock-off (safety) is in the locked position. Also, the nailer can operate when the trigger is not pulled and the contact trip is depressed. The unexpected ejection of a [...]

The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) offers their advice on maintaining your lawn tools for a greener yard and a greener world. Proper maintenance will also extend the life of your mower, trimmer or tiller. Change your equipment’s oil seasonally and be sure to recycle the old oil. Replace the spark plug and air filter, [...]

Name of Product: Engines used in SpeeCo and Huskee Brand Log Splitters Units: About 5,600 Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Corp., of Torrance, Calif. Hazard: The engine’s fuel tank can crack and leak, posing a risk of fire or explosion. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: The recall involves Honda engines (model type GCV160LA N1A) used in Split [...]

Name of Product: Honda Lawn Mowers Units: 20,500 Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Corp., of Torrance, Calif. Hazard: The lawn mower’s rear shield can break off allowing debris to be thrown toward the operator, which poses a laceration hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: American Honda has received one report of a shield breaking off the lawn mower. [...]

If you plan to give Dad a cordless power tool this Father’s Day, you can thank NASA for the great gift idea. According to Howstuffworks.com, Black and Decker created the cordless idea back in 1961 with battery operated tools, but NASA helped refine the technology that led to lightweight, cordless medical instruments, hand-held vacuum cleaners and [...]

Name of Product: Bosch Hammer Drills Units: About 9,700 Manufacturer: Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill. Hazard: The drill can continue to operate after the trigger has been released, posing a risk of injury to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: The recalled hammer drill is blue with “BOSCH” printed on the side. The [...]

Dacor’s newest addition to its Epicure line is designed to fit neatly under any counter in an outdoor patio or kitchen layout, the unit stands at 33″ tall and 24″ wide and will easily slide into standard cabinetry openings. An innovative digital electronic control panel allows users to adjust the temperature with the simple touch [...]

Name of Product: Char-Broil Two-Burner Gas Grills Model 463720108 Units: About 400 Importer: Char-Broil LLC, of Columbus, Ga. Manufacturer: Shenzhen Jinwoniu Trading Company LTD, China Hazard: On the recalled grills, the main burner does not fit correctly and does not connect properly to the gas valve which could result in a propane leak. This poses [...]

Name of Product: Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers Units: About 23,000 Importer: Shindaiwa Corp., of Tualatin, Ore Manufacturer: Shindaiwa Kogyo Co. Ltd, of Hiroshima, Japan Hazard: The blower’s impeller (fan) can separate from the base and break apart, causing plastic pieces to be blown out of the machine, and pose a laceration and impact hazard to consumers. [...]

Name of Product: Broil King Gas Grills Units: About 4,800 Manufacturer: Onward Manufacturing Co., of Ontario, Canada Hazard: The bottom of the cook box that contains the burners can melt or crack as a result of a grease fire. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: None reported Description: This recall includes [...]

Here are some rules everyone should be aware of before using outdoor power equipment. They come straight from the folks who know how to use them, The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI). 1 . Know how to operate the equipment. Read the operator’s manual before using any power equipment. Know where the controls are and [...]

Name of Product: DEWALT DW744 Jobsite Table Saws Units: About 13,000 Manufacturer: DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., of Towson, Md. Hazard: The pivot bracket on the saw can separate which can misalign the blade and the fence and cause kick back. This poses a laceration hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: DEWALT has received one reported incident of [...]

Name of Product: LawnBott Lawn Mowers Units: About 530 Importer: Kyodo America Industries Co. LTD., of Lawrenceville, Ga. Manufacturer: Zucchetti Centro Sistemi S.p.A., of Italy Hazard: The cutting blades continue to rotate when the mower is lifted from the ground and the spacing on the side of the lawn mower could allow room for a [...]

Name of Product: Serenity Spa Hot Tubs Units: About 1,670 Manufacturer: Gecko Alliance of Quebec, Canada Hazard: The hot tub’s spa control can overheat, posing a fire hazard. Incidents/Injuries: Gecko Alliance has received 28 reports of the spa control overheating, including one incident of damage to spa equipment. No injuries have been reported. Description: This [...]

Name of Product: Strike Force™ Portable Air Compressors Units: About 64,000 Supplier: All-Power America, of City of Industry, Calif. Importer: Advance Stores Co., d.b.a. Advance Auto Parts, of Roanoke, Va. Hazard: The compressor’s motor can overheat and ignite the protective cover, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Also, the cover might not prevent internal components [...]

Having a dead battery is never fun. Having one late at night or in the freezing snow is bad. How about late at night and in the freezing snow? Okay- enough! Dead batteries happen, but being prepared can make the situation easier. Black & Decker has a gadget called Simple Start that can jump start [...]

Name of Product: Campbell Hausfeld and Husky Air Compressors Units: About 233,000 Importer: Campbell Hausfeld, of Harrison, Ohio Hazard: Protective covers on the compressor’s motor are not made from proper flame retardant material and can ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 11 reports of fires. No injuries have been [...]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is issuing a warning to consumers confronted with severe winter weather. When there’s a power outage, exercise caution when using portable generators. Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible killer. You can’t see or smell it. A generator’s exhaust contains poisonous CO which can kill you in [...]

Name of Product: DEWALT Cordless Drills Units: About 346,000 Manufacturer: DEWALT Industrial Tool Company, of Towson, Md. Hazard: The trigger switch of the cordless drill can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: DEWALT has received 11 reports of trigger switches overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported. Description: This recall involves [...]

Name of Product: Billy Goat MultiVac Outdoor Vacuums Units: About 1,600 Manufacturer: Billy Goat Industries Inc, of Lee’s Summit, Mo. Hazard: The vacuum’s fuel tank could crack and leak fuel. If gasoline leaking from the fuel tank is ignited, a fire or explosion can occur. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: [...]