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AAFES RECALL NO.
08-051 |
| DISTRIBUTION: Europe The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Hallmark Cards Inc. of Kansas City, MO announced a voluntary recall of the consumer product below. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. PRODUCT: Jumbo Snowman Snow Globes UNITS RECALLED: 7000 ONLY AAFES EUROPE SOLD 9 UNITS IN 4 STORES HAZARD: When exposed to sunlight, the snow globes can act as a magnifying glass and ignite nearby combustible materials, posing a fire hazard. INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Hallmark has received two reports of the snow globes igniting nearby materials. No injuries have been reported. DESCRIPTION: This recall involves a Hallmark Jumbo Snow Globe in the shape of a snowman with model number 1XAG5093 and UPC code 795902066666. The snow globe measures 11 by 12 by 17 inches. The model number and the UPC code can be found on the back of the hangtag. SOLD AT: AAFES and Hallmark Gold Crown stores nationwide from October 2008 through November 2008 MANUFACTURED IN: China REMEDY: Consumers should immediately remove the snow globe from exposure to sunlight and return it to any AAFES Main Store for a full refund. CONSUMER CONTACT: For additional information, contact Hallmark at (800) 425-5627 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.hallmark.com Home
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