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    Summit Recalls Hunting Tree Stand Brackets

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    Summit Treestands LLC is recalling about 6,800 Talon hunting tree stand brackets. The tree stand can unexpectedly detach from the tree when the brackets fail, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

    The firm has received four reports of the brackets failing, resulting in reports of falls and injuries including broken bones.

    This recall involves Talon Raptor brackets/straps and Cabelas Realtree series hang-on tree stands with the Talon brackets/straps. A safety label sewn onto the bracket reads "Treestand Strap Assembly." Tree stands involved in this recall have the following model numbers: rsEagle 82044, rsOsprey 82041, rsFalcon 82042, rsHawk 82043 and Cabelas Realtree Outfitters Series Hawk Deluxe 81509. Model information is printed on the tree stand warning label that is sewn onto the seat.

    The brackets, made in the U.S., were sold at hunting stores and in catalogs nationwide from May 2009 through November 2009 for about $25 for the bracket only, for between $130 and $180 for the tree stand.

    Consumers should immediately stop using the brackets and contact Summit Treestands to receive a replacement bracket/strap.

    For additional information, contact Summit Treestands at (800) 241-5559 anytime, or visit their Web site at www.summitstands.com.

    The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

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    FAF Recalls Children's Necklaces Sold at Wal-Mart


    FAF Inc. is recalling about 55,000 chjildren's necklaces sold at Wal-Mart. They contain high levels of cadmium. Cadmium is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

    The recalled jewelry is shaped as a metal crown or frog pendant on a metal link chain necklace in a crown hinged box. The packaging has the words "The Princess and the Frog" on it and contains the following model numbers and UPC codes:

    • Crown Model # 4616-4187 UPC # 72783367144
    • Frog Model # 4616-4190 UPC # 72783367147

    The necklaces were sold exclusively at Walmart retail stores nationwide from November 2009 through January 2010 for $5. They were made in China.

    Consumers should immediately take this recalled jewelry away from children. Consumers should return the recalled jewelry to any Walmart store for a full refund or a free replacement product.

    For additional information, contact F.A.F. Inc. at (800) 949-3311 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.faf.com.

    The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

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    Zippo Recalls Candle Lighters

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    Zippo is recalling about 17,000 candle lights because they can produce an excessive flame when adjusted to maximum flame setting, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

    This recall involves the Zippo Slatkin & Co. candle lighters with date codes G09 or H09. The lighters are finished in high-polish chrome or white with a chrome nozzle. The lighter uses refillable butane fuel and measures 6.5 inches long and 1 inch wide. The date code is embossed on the black adjuster knob located on the end of the lighter (opposite to the nozzle). "Slatkin & Co." and "Zippo" are printed on the packaging. "Zippo" is also embossed on the product.

    The lighters were sold at Bath & Body Works and White Barn Candle stores nationwide and online in November 2009 for about $10. They were made in China.

    Consumers should immediately stop using this product and contact Zippo for information on returning the black adjuster knob and receiving a free replacement Zippo candle lighter.

    For additional information, please contact Zippo at (800) 320-7490 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.Zippominimplrecall.com.

    The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

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