Collections Etc. Inc. Announces Recall of Double Hammocks Due to Fall Hazard

Double Hammocks

Date of Recall

2007-10-12

CPSC Release Number

08-504

Manufactured In

Taiwan

Units

9,000

Manufacturer

Transfar International Corp., of Taipei, Taiwan

Importer

Collections Etc. Inc., of Elk Gove Village, Ill.

Sold By

Web sites and catalogs nationwide from May 2007 through August 2007 for about $20.

Problem/Hazard

The wooden rods at the head and foot of the hammock used to extend the fabric can break, causing the hammock to collapse and the user to fall to the ground.

Description

This recall involves hammocks made with a solid green fabric and white support ropes. The hammocks’ green fabric measures 73-inches long by 46-inches wide and supports a maximum of up to 350lbs.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the hammocks immediately and contact Collections Etc. for a full refund.

Consumer Contact

For more information, contact Collections Etc. at (800) 518-3020 between 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers also can also log onto the firm’s Web site at www.collectionsetc.com

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