GU Hardware Recalls Window Fittings Due to Injury Hazard
Window Fittings: Tilt-turn Stay Arms and Side-hung Sash Hinges
Date of Recall
2012-11-28CPSC Release Number
13-050Manufactured In
TurkeyCompany Phone Number
(855) 355-8810Units
About 5,000Distributor
G-U Hardware, Inc., of Newport News, Va.Manufacturer
G-U Yapi of TurkeySold By
G-U Hardware sold the recalled window fittings directly to hardware wholesalers and window manufacturers nationwide from October 2002 to December 2011 for between $7 and $26.Problem/Hazard
The window fittings can break. This can cause the window to fall, posing an injury hazard to consumers.Injuries/Incidents
G-U Hardware has received two reports of windows falling, including one report of a broken thumb.Description
This recall involves tilt-turn stay arm and side-hung sash hinge adjustable window fittings. They are used to attach a window to a frame and primarily sold for use in commercial buildings. The fittings have clamps, locking pins and stainless steel springs. "G-U" and the component number are stamped at the ends of the fitting. The recalled G-U Hardware window fittings have the following model names, and model and component numbers:| Window Fitting | Model Name | Model Number | Component Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Side-hung sash hinge | Jet AK8 | 6-31064-00-0-1 | 9-31209 |
| Tilt-turn stay arm | Jet AK8 30 | K-15805-00-0-1 | 9-31209 |
| Jet AK8 50 | K-15806-00-0-1 | 9-31208 | |
| Jet AK8 90 | K-15807-00-0-1 | 9-31208 |
Remedy
Contact G-U Hardware to arrange for the free replacement and installation of new window fittings.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact GU Hardware toll-free at (855) 355-8810 from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and frp, 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday; and from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. ET Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.ak-warning.comRecall Comments
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